Minor in Chemistry

The minor builds a knowledge base in biochemistry, organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, as well as quantitative analysis.

Providing access to our state-of-the-art research facilities and talented faculty, this minor is ideal for students who wish to integrate a foundation in chemistry with their other academic interests.

Declare a Minor

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Course Requirements

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 22 credits, including 19 credits in required courses and one 3-credit elective course.

Code	Title	Credits
Required
CHEM 1111	General Chemistry I
CHEM 1112	General Chemistry II
CHEM 2122	Introductory Quantitative Analysis
CHEM 2123W	Introductory Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
or CHEM 3167	Biochemistry Laboratory
CHEM 2151	Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2152	Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2153	Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 2154	Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
Elective
One course selected from the following:
CHEM 3170	Introduction to Physical Chemistry
CHEM 3171	Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 3165	Biochemistry I
CHEM 4134	Inorganic Chemistry