divNaturalScience@ricks.eduAssociate in Arts and Sciences with a major in Chemistry (039)
John F. Cullen, Department Chair
Arthur R. Hubscher, Stephen R. Ott, Joanne Castle, Wesley D. Smith, George L. Stone, Susan
C. Ward, Noel S. Zaugg
Departmental Office (208) 356-1930
The Department of Chemistry offers all of the chemistry courses needed by students in their first two years of college. Chemistry majors take the traditional two-year sequence of Principles of Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Students with other majors that require chemistry (such as engineering, biology, agriculture, and others), will find all of the supporting chemistry courses needed for their majors. In addition, several of the chemistry courses satisfy the Physical Science component of the Natural Science General Education requirement.
Transferring students find that chemistry courses taken at Ricks College are accepted well by other institutions. Students who have done well in their chemistry courses at Ricks find themselves well prepared for further coursework in chemistry and in other areas at their transfer institutions.
An experienced faculty, small classrooms and a commitment to students provide a superior learning environment in chemistry.
The Department offers two degree programs in Chemistry. Chemistry majors find that many doors are open to them. At the Associate degree level, lab technician jobs are available. A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry can lead to a productive career in industry or government laboratories, and can also lead to graduate study in chemistry or in other sciences. In addition, a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is an excellent preparation for medical school, law school, and other professional schools.
This is a Chemistry degree which allows students to complete the General Education requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences while pursuing the chemistry, mathematics, and physics courses necessary to begin their junior year as a Chemistry major at a transfer institution. Many colleges and universities accept the Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences as fulfilling their General Education requirements. Students should consult their advisor and the school to which they plan to transfer to make as smooth and efficient a transition as possible.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
Chem 105 Prin of Chem 4
Math 162 Plane Geom Calc 4
General Education 6-7
Total Credits 16-17
Second Semester
Religion 2
Chem 106 Prin of Chem 4
Math 263 Solid Geom Calc 4
Ph 121 Prin of Phys 3
General Education 3-4
Total Credits 16-17
Third Semester
Religion 2
Chem 251 Organic Chem 4
Math 264 Multidim Calc 3
Ph 122 Prin of Phys 3
General Education 5-6
Total Credits 17-18
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
Chem 252 Organic Chem 4
General Education 7-8
Electives 3-4
Total Credits 16-18
The required courses listed above will satisfy the GE requirement in Physical Science and Mathematics. In Biological Sciences, take a 3 credit course if you are planning to attend BYU, otherwise take a 4 credit lab course.
Courses for Majors
Starting with Math 162 assumes a full sequence of high school mathematics. If you have only had two years of high school algebra, you should start with Math 110 and 111, then 162, 263 and 264. This will require you to delay the Ph 121-122 sequence one semester, and will result in no time for electives.
Electives
Some courses you may want to consider taking include:
Ph 221 Prin of Phys 3
Ph 214 Prin of Phys Lab 1
CIS 140 Micro Appl 3
CS 144 Intro to Programming 3
Please see your advisor to make sure you are in the correct courses.
The Associate in Chemistry is a Specialized Associate degree designed for students who cannot or do not want to complete the General Education requirements for an Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences. While it is recommended that students graduate with the Associate Degree in Arts and Sciences (39) whenever possible, students with an Associate in Chemistry (40) degree still obtain the chemistry, mathematics and physics courses necessary to begin their junior year as a Chemistry major. They will, however, need to complete their General Education requirements at their transfer institution. Students seeking this degree can take more physics, computer science, or other elective courses instead of filling General Education requirements.
Recommended sequence of courses:
First Semester
Religion 2
Chem 105 Prin of Chem 4
Math 162 Plane Geom Calc 4
General Education and/or Electives 6
Total Credits 16
Second Semester
Religion 2
Chem 106 Prin of Chem 4
Math 263 Solid Geom Calc 4
General Education and/or Electives 3
Ph 121 Prin of Phys 3
Total Credits 16
Third Semester
Religion 2
Chem 251 Organic Chem 4
Math 264 Multidim Calc 3
Ph 122 Prin of Phys 3
General Education and/or electives 5
Total Credits 17
Fourth Semester
Religion 2
Chem 252 Organic Chem 4
General Education and/or electives 11
Total Credits 17
General Education Requirements
Take Eng 111 and one of the following: Eng 211, 215, 216, or 252 to fill the requirement in English. It is not necessary to fill the other GE requirements for this major, although the more you fill at Ricks the fewer you will have to fill at your transfer institution.
Courses for Majors
Starting with Math 162 assumes a full sequence of high school mathematics, generally including some calculus. If you have only had two years of high school algebra, you should start with Math 110 and 111, then 162, 263 and 264. This will require you to delay the Ph 121-122 sequence one semester.
Electives
Some courses you may want to consider taking include:
Ph 221 Prin of Phys 3
Ph 214 Prin of Phys Lab 1
CIS 140 Micro Appl 3
CS 144 Intro to Programming 3
Consult with your advisor to determine the best electives for you. For example, if you are planning to go to medical school after obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, you will want to include some biology courses in your schedule.
Chem 100* Chemistry in the Modern World 3
Three lectures per week
A basic nonmathematical, nonlaboratory course with emphasis on the applications of
chemistry in areas of food, health, con-sumer products, natural and synthetic resources,
energy, and the environment. Designed for those majors requiring only a one-semester
introduction to the modern applications of chemistry and those desiring a general
education course in the physical sciences. This course is not designed to prepare students
for other chemistry courses.
Chem 100L* Chemistry in the Modern World Lab 1
Two lab hours per week
Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent registration in chemistry
This course is a common laboratory course for Chemistry 100 that is designed for students
who wish to satisfy graduation requirements by completing a laboratory course in the
physical sciences. The course places emphasis on the everyday applications of chemistry.
Experiments are performed in such areas as foods and food additives, health, consumer
products, natural and synthetic resources, energy, and the environment.
Chem 101* Introductory General Chemistry 3
Three lectures per week
Prerequisite: At least 1 year high school algebra.
Two years high school algebra or concurrent registration in Math 101 or completion of the
math requirement strongly recommended.
An introductory course covering basic concepts in general chemistry. The course is
designed for students in home economics, nursing, agriculture, biology, and other areas
that require a broad introduction to general and inorganic chemistry. It serves as
preparation for Chem. 152. Along with Chem 103, fills the GE requirement in Physical
Science for students not planning to attend BYU.
Chem 103* Introductory Chemistry Laboratory l
Three lab hours per week
Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in Chem 101
This lab consists of classical chemistry experiments in general chemistry.
Chem 105* General Chemistry 4
Four lectures per week, one hour lab lecture, and one 2-hour lab period per week
Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in or completion of Math 110 or equivalent.
High school chemistry or Chem 101 recommended
A course designed to meet the general chemistry requirements in technical fields such as
engineering, life sciences. agriculture, pre-professional, etc.
Chem 106* General Chemistry 4
Four lectures per week, one hour lab lecture, and one 2-hour lab period per week
Prerequisite: Chem 105 and completion of Math 110
A course designed to meet the general chemistry requirements in technical fields such as
engineering, life sciences. agriculture, pre-professional, etc.
Chem 152 Introductory Organic Chemistry 3
Three lectures per week
Prerequisite: Chem 101 or equivalent
A second semester course in a sequence with Chem 101. This course is designed for students
in home economics, nursing, biology and other areas that require an introduction to
organic chemistry. Students who need an organic chemistry course with a lab should take
Chem 153 also.
Chem 153 Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory 1
Three lab hours per week
Prerequisite: Chem 152 or equivalent
This course is an optional laboratory for Chem 152. It consists of experiments on organic
techniques, properties, and syntheses. (Winter)
Chem 181 Introductory Physiological Chemistry 3
Three lectures per week
Prerequisite: Chem 152 or equivalent
An introductory course on the chemistry of living things. It is a third semester course in
a sequence with Chem 101 and Chem 152. (Winter only)
Chem 251 Organic Chemistry 4
Four lectures, one lab lecture, and one 3-hour lab per week
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Chem 106
A study of the principles and theories of organic chemistry including the properties,
preparation, and reactions of organic compounds. The course is designed for students in
Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pre-medicine, Pre-dentistry, Pre-pharmacy, Pre-veterinary
and Biology.
Chem 252 Organic Chemistry 4
Four lectures, one lab lecture, and one 3-hour lab per week
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Chem 106
A study of the principles and theories of organic chemistry including the properties,
preparation, and reactions of organic compounds. The course is designed for students in
Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pre-medicine, Pre-dentistry, Pre-pharmacy, Pre-veterinary
and Biology.
Chem 290 Special Problems 1-3
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and department chairman prior to registration
A course designed to allow students to pursue laboratory work, research, or an area of
study beyond the normal course offerings. Terms of enrollment, credit, and other details
will be arranged with the instructor.
*Gives GE credit in the Physical Science area of the Natural Science requirement.
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