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Chemistry

Bachelor of Science

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Chemists study matter’s composition and reactions, creating new compounds to solve industrial, engineering, and medical challenges.

» Program Overview

The study of substance itself. Chemists explore the composition and properties of matter, investigating the ways in which elements and compounds combine and react, creating new chemicals to address a diverse array of industrial, engineering, and medical needs.

Graduates of LTU’s chemistry program are well-positioned to find meaningful employment in a variety of rewarding fields, from product manufacturing and quality control, to toxicological research and next-generation medical development. This is also a preferred major for students seeking admission to medical school and other health-related professions. Our graduates also enjoy a high rate of acceptance to top-rated graduate programs to further their careers in research.

 

Why LTU?
  • Dedicated faculty with extensive research and industry experience who are ready to mentor students through professional networking and career placement assistance
  • Program is approved by the American Chemical Society, a professional organization that promotes excellence in chemistry education
  • Opportunities to join our many science-related student organizations, including our American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and American Chemical Society student chapters.

 

Flowcharts/Summary Sheets

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Flowchart

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Course Sequence

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Concentration in Engineering Chemistry Flowchart

Natural Sciences Requirements

source - Glenn Triest

» Curriculum

First Year

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
University Chemistry 1
CHM1213
3
University Chem 1 Lab
CHM1221
1
Calculus 1
MCS1414
4
Introduction to Science
PSC1161
1
Engaging Ancient Texts
HUM1213
3
College Composition
COM1103
3

Total Credit Hours

15

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
University Chemistry 2
CHM1223
3
University Chemistry 2 Lab
CHM1231
1
Calculus 2
MCS1424
4
Engaging Modern Texts
HUM1223
3
SSC Elective
2XX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Organic Chemistry 1
CHM2313
3
Organic Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM2311
1
Analytical Chemistry
CHM2343
3
Analytical Chem Lab
CHM2352
2
Calculus 3
MCS2414
4
University Physics 1
PHY2413
3
University Physics 1 Lab
PHY2421
1

Total Credit Hours

17

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Organic Chemistry 2
CHM2323
3
Organic Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM2321
1
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3
University Physics 2
PHY2423
3
University Physics 2 Lab
PHY2431
1
LLT Elective
2XX3
3

Total Credit Hours

14

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Physical Chemistry 2
CHM3434
4
Physical Chemistry 2 Lab
CHM3441
1
Intermediate Inorganic Chem
CHM3452
2
Biochemistry
CHM3403
3
Biochemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM3411
1
Technical and Professional Communication
COM2103
3

Total Credit Hours

14

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Physical Chemistry 1
CHM3423
3
Physical Chemistry 1 Lab
CHM3431
1
Instrumental Analysis Lab
CHM4632
2
Adv Inorganic Chem
CHM4643
3
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3
Leadership Scientific Research
PSC3002
2
Jr./Sr. General Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

17

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Computational Chemistry
CHM4002
2
Advanced Synthesis Laboratory
CHM3463
3
Junior/Senior LLT Elective
LLT 3/4XX3
3
Chemistry Elective
CHM2XX3
3
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3
Senior Project 1
CHM4912
2

Total Credit Hours

16

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Advanced Spectroscopy
CHM4522
2
Advanced Spectroscopy Lab
CHM4541
1
Jr./Sr. Elective
SSC/PSY 3/4XX3
3
Advanced Organic Chemistry
CHM4723
3
Nanomaterials
EME4023
3
Senior Project 2
CHM4922
2
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

17

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.