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Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
Chemistry, B.S.
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University General Education Requirements
Department Chairperson: Kristy Mardis
The Department of Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Studies offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. The general goal of the chemistry program is to prepare students for scientific careers in industry, government, and education, as well as for advanced study in chemistry or a related discipline, such as biochemistry, medicine, forensic science, dentistry, patent law, or pharmacy. The chemistry program aids students in developing the following:
- A broad foundation in the theory, principles, and history of chemistry.
- Skills in analytical reasoning and problem solving.
- Necessary laboratory, safety, and literature skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including notebook-keeping, graphing, writing laboratory reports, using computers for data analysis, and conducting research presentations.
- An understanding of the impact of chemistry on industry, society, and the environment, and an appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of chemists in today’s world.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry consists of five options:
- Students following the Chemistry Option (CHEM) prepare for research, industrial, and governmental careers or for graduate study in chemistry or related fields. Students completing this option will receive a degree certified by the American Chemical Society.
- The Industrial Chemistry Option (CHMI) serves students preparing for positions in industry or in technical sales.
- Students who wish to prepare for careers in biomedical research or to gain admission to medical, dental, or pharmacy school usually follow the Biochemistry Option (CHMB).
- Students who are pre-admitted to the pharmacy school as incoming first year students will follow the CHMP option. Students in this option will receive their B.S. in chemistry after successful completion of their first year of pharmacy school.
- Completion of the Secondary Teaching Option in Chemistry qualifies students for an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement for teaching Science-Chemistry for grades 9-12. Licensure requires the successful completion of the ACT or SAT (see College of Education Handbook), Science-Chemistry Content Area test and edTPA. The Secondary Teaching Program is accredited by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) and meets Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) standards in science education.
Assessment is required by the university and is an integral part of the chemistry program. Assessment results are used to guide revisions in our instruction and improve student learning and attitudes about science. It is expected that students take all examinations and complete all surveys that are administered as part of the assessment schedule for the program. Copies of our assessment schedule, as well as past reports, are available from the department chairperson. A summary of our assessment efforts is available on the department web page.
The department offers minor sequences in chemistry, physics, and physical science for students majoring in other fields.
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General Requirements (120 credit hrs)
Admission to the program is contingent upon good academic standing and acceptance by the department. A grade of C or above is required in transfer credit in all chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses. A maximum of one required chemistry course with a grade of D earned at Chicago State University will be accepted. Once enrolled in this option, all remaining chemistry courses must be taken at CSU. Any exceptions must have prior approval. Before registering for the senior thesis (CHEM 4355 ) students must show evidence of completing 180 hours of research. This may be accomplished through coursework (CHEM 2630 and/or CHEM 4350 ) or through approved paid lab work or internships.
General Education and CAS Requirements (39 credit hrs)
Refer to the University General Education Requirements . The College of Arts and Sciences has the additional requirement of one semester of a foreign language (3 credits) and a diversity requirement that can be satisfied with an embedded general education course. General Education requirements for Mathematics (3 hours) and Natural Sciences (6 hours) are embedded in the major (see below*).
Chemistry Courses (46-48 credit hours)
- 30-31 hours in Foundation Coursework (See below)
- 13-14 hours in In-Depth coursework including electives (see below)
- 3 hours Chemistry capstone course (satisfies the senior thesis/capstone requirement (see below)
Supportive Courses (25-28 credit hours)
- Courses in mathematics, physics, and biology (see below)
Elective Courses (13-18 credit hours)
- Free electives to bring total to 120 credit hours
Foundation Courses in Chemistry (30-31 credit hours)
*CHEM 1000 is required only for entering freshmen and transferring freshmen and for transferring sophomores who do not pass the University Mathematics Qualifying Examination.
In-Depth Courses in Chemistry (13-14 credit hours)
Chemistry Capstone (3 credit hours)
Supportive Courses (25-28 credit hrs)
Required Courses in Physics (8 credit hours)
Required Courses in Mathematics (13-14 credit hours)
Required Course(s) in Biology (4 or 6 credit hours)
This also satisfies the general education biology requirement.
Industrial Chemistry Option
General Requirements (120 credit hrs)
Admission to the program is contingent upon good academic standing and acceptance by the department. A grade of C or above is required for transfer credit in all chemistry courses. A maximum of one required chemistry course with a grade of D earned at Chicago State University will be accepted. Once enrolled in this option, all remaining chemistry courses must be taken at CSU. Any exceptions must have prior approval. Before registering for senior thesis (CHEM 4355 ) students must show evidence of completing 180 hours of research. This may be accomplished through coursework (CHEM 2630 and/or CHEM 4350 ) or through approved paid lab work or internships.
General Education and CAS Requirements (39 credit hrs)
Refer to the University General Education Requirements . The College of Arts and Sciences has the additional requirement of one semester of a foreign language (3 credits) and a diversity requirement that can be satisfied with an embedded general education course. General Education requirements for Mathematics (3 hours) and Natural Sciences (6 hours) are embedded in the major (see below*).
Chemistry Courses (44-45 credit hours)
- See below (includes required 3 credit internship)
Supportive Courses (23 credit hours)
- Courses in mathematics, physics, and english (see below)
Supporting Electives (9 credit hrs)
- 9 hours chosen with advisor approval from categories (see below) to support student’s internship
Elective Courses (10-11 credit hours)
- Free electives to bring total to 120 credit hours
Program Specific Requirements
Required Courses in Chemistry (44-45 credit hours)
*CHEM 1000 is required only for entering freshmen and transferring freshmen and for transferring sophomores who do not pass the university Mathematics Qualifying Examination.
**CHEM 4355 fulfills the senior thesis/capstone requirement.
Supportive Courses (23 credit hrs)
Required Courses in Physics (8 credit hours)
Required Courses in Mathematics (12 credit hours)
Required Course in English (3 credit hours)
Supporting Electives (9 hours)
9 credit hours chosen with advisor approval from General Requirements (120 credit hrs)
Admission to the program is contingent upon good academic standing and acceptance by the department. A grade of C or above is required for transfer credit in all chemistrycourses. A maximum of one required chemistry course with a grade of D earned at Chicago State University will be accepted. Once enrolled in this option, all remaining chemistry courses must be taken at CSU. Any exceptions must have prior approval. Before registering for the senior thesis course (CHEM 4355 ), students must show evidence of completing 180 hours of research. This may be accomplished through coursework (CHEM 2630 and/or CHEM 4350 ) or through approved paid lab work or internships.
General Education and CAS Requirements (39 credit hrs)
Refer to the University General Education Requirements . The College of Arts and Sciences has the additional requirement of one semester of a foreign language (3 credits) and a diversity requirement that can be satisfied with an embedded general education course. General Education requirements for Mathematics (3 hours) and Natural Sciences (6 hours) are embedded in the major (see below*).
Chemistry Courses (46-48 credit hrs)
- 30-31 hours in Foundation Coursework (See below)
- 13-14 hours in In-Depth coursework including electives (see below)
- 3 hours Chemistry capstone course (satisfies the senior thesis/capstone requirement)
Supportive Courses (33-36 credit hours)
- Courses in mathematics, physics, and biology (see below)
STEM Elective Courses (4 credit hours)
- 4 credit hours Biology, Chemistry, or Physics electives at 2000 level or higher (see below)
Elective Courses (2-7 credit hours)
- Free electives to bring total to 120 credit hours
Program Specific Requirements
Foundation Courses in Chemistry (30-31 credit hours)
*CHEM 1000 is required only for entering freshmen and transferring freshmen and for transferring sophomores who do not pass the university Mathematics Qualifying Examination.
In-Depth Courses in Chemistry (13-14 credit hours)
Chemistry Capstone (3 credit hours)
Supportive Courses (23 credit hours)
Required Courses in Physics (8 credit hours)
Required Courses in Mathematics (13-14 credit hours)
Required Courses in the Biological Sciences (12-14 credit hours)
Elective Courses in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry (4 credit hours)
- Four credit hours selected at 2000 level or higher (with advisor’s approval) from CHEM, PHYS, BIOL, BOT, ZOOL, PSLY.
Elective Courses (1-5 credit hours)
- Courses to be selected with approval of a chemistry academic advisor to reach 120 total credit hours.
College Required Foreign Language (3 credit hours)
- Any 1000-level or 2000-level foreign language class
BS in Chemistry/PharmD Option (CHMP)
General Requirements.
Admission to the program is contingent upon acceptance by the department. Note: the fourth year coursework requires dual acceptance into the pharmacy doctorate program.. A maximum of one required chemistry course with a grade of D earned at Chicago State University will be accepted. Once enrolled in this option, all remaining chemistr
General Education and CAS Requirements (39 credit hrs)
Refer to the University General Education Requirements . The College of Arts and Sciences has the additional requirement of one semester of a foreign language and a diversity requirement that can be satisfied with an embedded general education course. General Education requirements for Mathematics (3 hrs) and Natural Sciences (6 hrs) are embedded in the major (see below*).
Chemistry Courses (37 credit hrs)
Supportive Courses (35 credit hours)
- Courses in mathematics, physics, and biology (see below)
Pharmacy Courses (18 credit hours)
- 18 credit hours of Pharmacy College Coursework to be selected under the advice of the pharmacy and chemistry advisors. Note: admission to CSU pharmacy program required.
Required Chemistry Courses (37 credit hours)
*CHEM 1010 is required only for entering freshmen and transferring freshmen and for transferring sophomores who do not pass the university Mathematics Qualifying Examination.
** CHEM 4355 fulfills the senior thesis/capstone requirement.
Required Supporting Courses (35 credit hrs)
Required Mathematics Courses (11 credit hours)
Required Physics Courses (8 credit hours)
(note: PHYS 2110 satisfies the critical thinking gen ed requirement)
Required Biology Courses (16 credit hours)
Required Pharmacy Courses (18 credit hours)
- 18 credit hours of Pharmacy College Coursework to be selected under the advice of the pharmacy and chemistry advisors.
BS in Chemistry/Secondary Teaching Option
General Requirements (120 credit hrs)
Admission to the program is contingent upon good academic standing and acceptance by the department. A grade of C or above is required in transfer credit in all chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses. General Education (39 credit hrs)
Refer to the University General Education Requirements . The College of Arts and Sciences has the additional requirement of one semester of a foreign language and a diversity requirement that can be satisfied with an embedded general education course. General Education requirements for Mathematics (3 hrs) and Natural Sciences (6 hrs) are embedded in the major (see below*).The following oral communication and social science courses are required for licensure:
Chemistry Courses (33-34 credit hrs)
Supportive Courses (28-31 credit hours)
- Courses in mathematics, physics, biology, and earth/space science (see below)
Professional Education Courses (29 credit hours)
- Courses in education, special education, psychology, and science methods
- Prior to recommendation for licensure, the student must pass an oral interview, including but not limited to a “practice lesson”; prepare a teaching portfolio; and present proof that all admission requirements have been fulfilled as determined by the College of Education and the Department of Chemistry, Physics, and Engineering Studies.
- Students must comply with all requirements for admittance to the College of Education.
General Education Required Courses
Required Chemistry Courses (33-34 credit hours)
*CHEM 1010 is required only for entering freshmen and transferring freshmen and for transferring sophomores who do not pass the university Mathematics Placement Examination. Required Supportive Courses (28-31 credit hours)
Professional Education (29 credit hours)
These courses must be passed with at least a grade of C.
*Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education. CHEM 4750 fulfills the senior thesis requirement.
Honors Program in Chemistry
- Students can apply to the Honors Program in Chemistry if they have a GPA of 3.25 in chemistry courses and an overall GPA of 3.00, have completed 60 credit hours, and have completed two semesters of general chemistry and one semester of organic chemistry. The Departmental Honors Committee will determine who will be accepted into the program unless the student is both a member of the Honors College and meets the GPA requirements for the Honors Program in Chemistry.
- Students in the Honors Program must maintain a GPA of 3.25 in chemistry courses and an overall GPA of 3.00 to remain in the Honors Program and to be awarded departmental honors at graduation. Should a student’s GPA fall below these levels, the honors student will be given one semester to bring the GPA up to the required levels.
- Students entering the Honors Program will be advised by the Departmental Honors Committee until an Honors Thesis Committee is established for a particular student. The student’s thesis committee will be composed of the primary mentor (chosen by the student) and two additional science faculty (chosen by the student in consultation with the primary mentor). One of the committee members could be from an area other than chemistry.
Specific Honors Program Requirements in Chemistry
- Honors students will register for 6-9 credit hours in courses designated as “honors.”
- Honors courses will be given a unique number designation and will be cross-listed with non-honors courses. Students in the honors section of the courses will be required to read a scientific paper from a journal pertinent to the course and published by the American Chemical Society as chosen by the instructor. The student will be required to provide a detailed analysis of the publication in the form of a final paper.
- Chemistry Honors Courses: CHEM 4205 - Honors Microscopic Physical Chemistry , CHEM 4305 - Honors Biochemistry I , CHEM 4375 - Honors Analytical Chemistry II , CHEM 4105 - Honors Advanced Inorganic Chemistry , CHEM 4315 - Honors Advanced Organic Chemistry .
- Students may choose any two of the above honors courses, depending on the students’ interests. Students would be permitted to take all five courses if desired. Students must earn a B or higher in all honors courses. Students in all chemistry options are required to take three non-honors chemistry courses from the subject areas listed in b); thus, a student in any chemistry option could participate in the Honors Program by substituting two honors chemistry courses.
- Honors students will propose and be engaged in at least one outreach activity.
- Honors students will write a brief outreach proposal that must be approved by the student’s Honors Committee.
- Once approved, the student should initiate the outreach activity and is encouraged to involve other members of the department (students, staff, and faculty).
- These activities might include inviting students to CSU for a science activity, visiting a local school to perform an activity, holding a session about careers in science, tutoring several hours a week for a semester, mentoring younger students in research, etc.
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