Minor in Chemistry

The minor in Chemistry teaches the basics of general and organic chemistry, as well as one other area in chemistry of the student’s choice. The minor is designed to ensure a level of expertise that allows the student to be knowledgeable and conversant in chemistry fundamentals.

All students should refer to the Departmental Regulations section of the Chemistry Department page for important stipulations. NOTE: Students may not switch tracks in general or organic chemistry after the initial course in the sequence.

Requirements

The minor consists of a minimum of five 4-unit courses. All required chemistry courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

• General Chemistry with Quantitative Analysis (CAS CH 109, 112 or CH 101, 102, 201 or CH 109, 110 or CH 101, 116, 201 or CH 111, 112)
• Organic Chemistry with Qualitative Analysis (CAS CH 211, 212 or CH 203, 214 or CH 203, 204, 220)
• One advanced 4-unit course in chemistry (CAS CH 232, BB 421 or any CH 300-level or higher course); CH 373 and research-based courses (such as CH 361 or 461) excluded; students in the Modular Medical Integrated Curriculum (MMEDIC) program may substitute their GMS biochemistry course and BB 527 for this advanced course

A student wishing to minor in Chemistry may use no more than two courses from their major to fulfill the requirements of the minor.