Department of Environmental and Chemical Sciences

Michael Griffin, Ph.D.
Michael Kelcher, B.S.
Daniel E. Wellman, Ph.D.
Jody Marie Williams, Ph.D.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

The chemistry program at Chapman offers essential education and training for students who are planning careers in the physical sciences or who are anticipating further studies in the fields of environmental science, food science, dentistry, medicine, medical technology, nursing, or pharmacy. The undergraduate major also provides a background for further graduate studies in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic and organic chemistry, and physical chemistry.

Located on the fourth &Mac223;oor of Hashinger Science Center, departmental facilities include several laboratories which are equipped with modern instrumentation. The organic chemistry laboratory is equipped with modern microscale glassware.

Future professional goals dictate which electives students choose. Students interested in a well-rounded chemistry background should enroll in as many elective courses as possible. Careful attention should be paid to course prerequisites as not all courses are offered every year. Enrollment in the appropriate mathematics and physics courses should not be delayed. The following are minimum requirements for the bachelor of science in chemistry.

For information regarding premedical, predental, or preveterinary studies, see the biology section on page 96.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

requirements (37 credits)

(preferably taken in sequence)

Chem 140/150 General Chemistry 8

Chem 310 Quantitative Analysis 5 Chem 311 Advanced Quantitative Analysis 4

Chem 330/331 Organic Chemistry 8

Chem 440/441 Physical Chemistry 6

Chem 442/443 Physical Chemistry Laboratory 2

upper-division chemistry electives 4

(may include one credit of Chem 470)

science requirements (24 credits)

Math 110/111 Single Variable Calculus 8

Math 210 Multivariable Calculus 3

Math 211 Linear Algebra 3

Phys 101/102 General Physics I, II 8

Phys 111/112 General Physics I, II Laboratory 2

recommended electives

Biol 201 General Biology 4

Math 203 Introduction to Statistics 3

Cpsc 230 Computer Programming I 4

Eng 303 Technical Writing 3

Math 350 Differential Equations 3

Chem 299/499 Introduction to Methods of Investigation 1-3

total credits 61

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

requirements (33 credits)

(preferably taken in sequence)

Chem 140/150 General Chemistry 8

Chem 310 Quantitative Analysis 5

Chem 311 Advanced Quantitative Analysis 4

Chem 330/331 Organic Chemistry 8

Chem 440/441 Physical Chemistry 6

Chem 442/443 Physical Chemistry Laboratory 2

science requirements (18 credits)

Math 110/111 Single Variable Calculus 8

Phys 101/102 General Physics I, II 8

Phys 111/112 General Physics I, II Laboratory 2

recommended electives

Math 210 Multivariable Calculus 3

Math 211 Linear Algebra 3

Cpsc 230 Computer Programming I 4

Eng 303 Technical Writing 3

Chem 499 Introduction to Methods of Investigation 1-3

total credits 51

Split Major

Students interested in receiving a split major with an emphasis in chemistry must complete at least 21 upper- division graded credits in chemistry, with courses from both the organic and inorganic areas. At least 15 upper- division credits are required in the other area of the split major. Only one credit of Chem 470 may be included as part of the graded credits. See page 35 for more information about split majors. Students should consult with the department chair when planning a split major.

Minor in Chemistry

Students interested in receiving a chemistry minor must complete at least 18 graded credits in chemistry (at least 13 upper-division credits), with courses from both the organic and non-organic areas. Upper-division credits in organic chemistry may be used toward a minor degree in chemistry (they are not considered duplicated). Only one credit of Chem 499 may be included as part of the graded credits. A minimum of 6 upper-division credits must be completed in residence and a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average and 2.0 GPA for all upper-division cours work must be maintained. Students should consult with the department chair when planning a minor in chemistry.
 

Environmental Science

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

The Environmental Science program at Chapman University emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the environment. Career opportunities in the environmental field have been increasing since the 1970s. To prepare students for graduate or professional school and employment, a core sequence of courses provides strong grounding in the natural sciences and an overview of complex socioscientific environmental problems.

Students may select upper-division electives in environmental science, environmental chemistry, environmental biology, environmental earth science, and the social sciences. A bachelor of science degree prepares students for specialization in the sciences. A bachelor of arts degree is recommended for students planning careers in the social sciences, law, environmental management, education, or related fields. Student work experience is strongly encouraged through participation in internships during Interterm or Summer Term of the junior or senior year.

requirements

core courses (31 credits)

Esci 101/102 Introduction to Environmental Science 6

Esci 111 Physical Geology 4

Chem 140/150 General Chemistry 8

Esci 200 Environmental Careers 1

Biol 201 General Biology 4

Esci 301 Environmental Geology 4

Biol 424 Ecology: An Evolutionary Approach 3

Esci 490 Independent Internship 1 or

Esci 499 Environmental Research 1

requirements for the bachelor of science (29 credits)

Phys 101 General Physics 4

Math 110/111 Single Variable Calculus 6

Chem 330 Organic Chemistry I 4

Esci/Chem 428 Environmental Chemistry 3

electives from the list below 12

requirements for the bachelor of arts (21 credits)

Phys 105 Fundamentals of Physics I 3

Math 203 Statistics 3

Soc 335 Society and the Environment 3

Posc 346 Environmental Law 3

electives from the list below 9

electives

Math 203 Statistics (required for B.A.) 3

Esci 227 Darwin and the Galapagos 3

Biol 307 Microbiology 4

Chem 310 Quantitative Analysis 5

Chem 311 Advanced Quantitative Analysis 4

Biol 325 Field Biology 4

Esci 335 Environmental Sampling and Analysis 3

Chem 331 Organic Chemistry II 4

Biol 335 Impact on Society: Biotechnology 3

Soc 335 Society and the Environment (required for B.A.) 3

Posc 346 Environmental Law (required for B.A.) 3

Esci 420 Environmental Hydrology 3

Biol 440 Marine Biology 3

Esci 496 Environmental Seminar 1

Esci 499 Environmental Research 1-3

**Environmental science majors shall select electives in consultation with faculty from the Department of Environmental and Chemical Sciences.

total credits for the bachelor of arts 52

total credits for the bachelor of science 60

Chapman Quest Option

Environmental science majors are encouraged to take advantage of travel and study opportunities through Chapman Quest. Interested students may propose that some Quest courses substitute for required courses. Substitutions must be approved by the student's advisor and the environmental science faculty.

Minor in Environmental Science

A minor in environmental science requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from the following list. The selected courses must be approved by the environmental science faculty. A minimum of 9 credits must be upper division and may not be duplicated by the major.

required (6 credits)

Esci 101/102 Introduction to Environmental Science 6

electives (12 credits)

Esci 111 Physical Geology 4

Esci 200 Environmental Careers 3

Esci 227 Darwin and the Galapagos 3

Esci 301 Environmental Geology 4

Biol 325 Field Biology 3

Esci 329 Environmental Sampling and Analysis 3

Soc 335 Society and the Environment 3

Esci/Chem 428 Environmental Chemistry 3

Esci 420 Environmental Hydrology 3

Esci 496 Environmental Seminar 1

 

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