Degree Programs
Chemistry majors at the University of Indianapolis develop a strong
foundation in chemical principles, organic chemistry, analytical
chemistry, physical chemistry, and problem solving. This foundation
prepares students for careers in chemistry and related fields—from
research in chemistry to science teaching to medicine. It also gives
students a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Chemistry Majors
Bachelor of Science (BS) or
Bachelor of Arts (BA) with available concentrations in:
Biochemistry
Chemical Physics
Environmental Chemistry
Industrial Chemistry
Associate in Science (AS)
Physical Science Teaching Major with Emphasis in Chemistry (BS,
BA)
Additional Areas of Concentration
Chemistry Minor
Minors in related fields, such as Biology, Earth-Space Sciences,
Environmental Science, Mathematics, or Physics
Preprofessional Programs
Pre-Medicine (M.D., D.O., D.C., P.A.)
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Medical Technology
Chemistry Courses
CHEM 100 Elements of Chemistry and Physics
CHEM 101 Basic Chemistry
CHEM 103 Introduction to Chemistry
CHEM 104 Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry
CHEM 110 Freshman Seminar
CHEM 150-160 General Chemistry
CHEM 210 Environmental Problems
CHEM 230 Environmental Chemistry
CHEM 250-260 Organic Chemistry
CHEM 310 Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 320 Biochemistry
CHEM 355 Biochemistry Laboratory
CHEM 370 Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 375 Physical Chemistry Laboratory
CHEM 380 Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 395 Biochemistry II
CHEM 400 Advanced Laboratory Techniques
CHEM 427 Topics in Chemistry
CHEM 450 Research: Chemistry
CHEM 480 Senior Seminar
The Chemistry Major
The major in Chemistry includes CHEM150, 160, 250, 260, 310, 370,
375, and seven (7) credit hours of chemistry electives. In addition,
students must complete a group of supporting courses in biology,
mathematics, physics, and microcomputer applications to provide
a strong interdisciplinary background.
Around this core of chemistry and support courses, the department
has structured concentrations to take advantage of faculty expertise
and connections between departments. These concentrations take advantage
of specific selections of elective courses and minors in related
areas to provide more intense study of specific areas of chemistry.
A minor in chemistry includes Chemistry 150, 160, 250, and six hours
of chemistry electives. All chemistry majors are encouraged to complete
a minor in another science discipline or mathematics.
A major in physical sciences teaching with a chemistry emphasis
requires Chemistry 150, 160, 250, 260, 310, 370, and 375 and two
semesters each of General Biology, General Physics, and Calculus
plus a semester of Modern Physics.
Concentrations
Biochemistry
The strong foundation in chemistry is supplemented by advanced courses
in Biochemistry, Genetics, and Cell and Molecular Biology to form
a concentration appropriate for students interested in professional
school, graduate school in biochemistry or molecular biology, or
careers in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
Chemical Physics
A strong minor in Physics is combined with the Chemistry Major to
prepare students for graduate study in physical chemistry or spectroscopy
or for careers in analytical spectroscopy or instrument development.
Environmental Chemistry
The Chemistry major is supported by the interdisciplinary
minor in Environmental Sciences to prepare students for industrial
or governmental careers in environmental monitoring or graduate
school in various areas of environmental science.
Industrial Chemistry
A strong focus on analytical chemistry, spectroscopy, and
instrumentation is included to prepare students for careers in chemical
industry or graduate studies in organic or analytical chemistry.
Medical Technology
Prerequisite courses in Chemistry,
Biology, Mathematics, and Physics along with essential core requirements
can be combined to apply to one of three local clinical programs
to receive certification in Medical Technology. The 12-month medical
technology clinical program at associated hospitals may be used
to satisfy up to 32 hours toward the Bachelor’s Degree.
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