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Chemistry – Environmental Chemistry

Bachelor of Science

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Environmental chemists analyze air, water, and soil, tackling pollution and guiding us to understand and protect our natural world.

» Program Overview

Environmental chemists study the presence and effects of chemicals in the air, water, and soil, identifying contaminants and analyzing factors related to human interaction with the natural world. With a solid foundation in laboratory protocols, scientific technique, and chemical theory, they are prepared to confront the oftentimes deleterious effects of industrial civilization’s relationship with nature. Environmental chemists are not merely helping us understand the world, they are showing us how to save it.

This program may be the perfect fit for you in you are seeking an opportunity to not just earn a degree, but to make a difference. Environmental chemists are not just theoreticians, but practical problem-solvers who may spend as much time outside of the laboratory as in it. In the field, they are called upon to collect sample for analysis, to advise businesses and public institutions on safety issues, emergency responses, and environmental regulations, and to collaborate with industry and government to effectively design and implement policies aimed at contaminant remediation and pollution prevention.

 

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 Concentration in Environmental Chemistry Flowchart

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Course Sequence

Natural Sciences Requirements

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» Curriculum

First Year

Fall Semester

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

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
Biology 2
BIO1223
3
Biology 2 Laboratory
BIO1231
1
Engaging Modern Texts
HUM1223
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
University Physics 2
PHY2423
3
University Physics 2 Lab
PHY2431
1
SSC Elective
2XX3
3
LLT Elective
LLT2XX3
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
Geology
GLG1103
3
Technical and Professional Communication
COM2103
3

Total Credit Hours

17

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Physical Chemistry 1
CHM3423
3
Physical Chemistry 1 Lab
CHM3431
1
Instrumental Analysis Lab
CHM4632
2
Statistics
MCS2124
4
Leadership Scientific Research
PSC3002
2
Jr./Sr. General Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

Fall Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Computational Chemistry
CHM4002
2
Advanced Synthesis Laboratory
CHM3463
3
Jr./Sr. LLT Elective
LLT XXX3
3
Environmental Chemistry
CHM3383
3
Senior Project 1
CHM4912
2
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3

Total Credit Hours

16

Spring Semester

COURSE NAME COURSE # CREDITS
Advanced Spectroscopy
CHM4522
2
Advanced Spectroscopy Lab
CHM4541
1
Environmental Chemistry 2
CHM3592
2
Environmental Sampling Methods
CHM3392
2
Senior Project 2
CHM4922
2
Gen. Elective
XXX3
3
Jr./Sr. Elective
SSC/PSY 3/4XX3
3

Total Credit Hours

15

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