Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
University of Redlands
Key Information
Campus location
Redlands, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 53,716 *
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Introduction
Three-degree options including ACS-certification
The chemistry department at the University of Redlands offers both standard and American Chemical Society certified Bachelor of Science degrees. In addition, the chemistry and biology departments jointly administer a program in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology which provides a double major in chemistry and biology.
Small Classes with excellence in the laboratory
Our department emphasizes hands-on learning and close interaction between students and faculty. From the first semester of general chemistry to the senior-level advanced laboratory course, students learn the theoretical concepts and laboratory skills important to being well-educated chemists. Students learn how to read primary literature, plan experiments, and acquire and analyze data, and they get direct experience with a variety of modern instruments. We also place a strong emphasis on scientific writing and oral presentation skills.
Undergraduate Research
Research is an integral part of the chemistry program. All chemistry majors undertake a research project starting no later than the May term of their junior year; many begin much earlier. For this project, students work with a faculty member on original research in chemistry. As the culmination of their work, students write a thesis and present their work in a chemistry seminar. In addition to the required research, many chemistry majors also take part in the Science Center Summer Research program and present their work at local and national chemistry meetings. Student research can also result in publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Bachelor of Science Requirements
Core Courses
- CHEM 131 General Chemistry
- CHEM 132 General Chemistry
- CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 232 Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 330 Analytical Chemistry
- CHEM 331 Physical Chemistry
- CHEM 332 Physical Chemistry
- CHEM 445 Inorganic Chemistry
- One additional 3-4 credit course numbered above 300
Capstone courses
- CHEM 378 Chemistry Research (1-3 credits depending on degree track). Students must register for at least 1 credit of CHEM 378 no later than the May Term of the junior year.
- CHEM 394 Chemistry Seminar, three semesters
- CHEM 431 Advanced Chemistry Lab
- CHEM 476 Senior Research and Capstone Report (1) or CHEM 478 Senior Research and Thesis (1)
(typically taken in the spring of the senior year) - CHEM 494 Communication in Chemistry
Related Field Requirements
- MATH 119 Integrated Calculus II or MATH 121 Calculus I
- MATH 122 Calculus II
Choose one of the following:
- PHYS 220 Fundamentals of Physics I and PHYS 221 Fundamentals of Physics II or PHYS 231 General Physics I and PHYS 232 General Physics II
Recommended
- MATH 221 Calculus III
- MATH 235 Differential Equations
- MATH 241 Linear Algebra
- PHYS 233 General Physics III
The ACS-Approved Major
The Chemistry Department is accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS). To be certified as having met the requirements for professional training in chemistry established by the Committee for Professional Training of the ACS, a student must also take CHEM 320, a minimum of three credits of CHEM 378, and 1 credit of CHEM 478 (typically taken in spring of their senior year) in addition to completing all of the Bachelor of Science requirements and related field requirements described earlier.
The Minor
Students may not pursue minors in both Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry. To earn a minor in chemistry, students must complete the following courses:
Chemistry
- CHEM 131 General Chemistry I
- CHEM 132 General Chemistry II
- CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry I
- CHEM 232 Organic Chemistry II
At least two other courses above 300 totaling at least 6 credits. One of these courses must be a laboratory course.
Acceptable laboratory courses include:
- CHEM 301 Quantitative Chemistry and Analysis
- CHEM 312 Advanced Environmental Chemistry
- CHEM 320 Biochemistry
- CHEM 330 Analytical Chemistry
- CHEM 331 Physical Chemistry I
- CHEM 360 Environmental Chemistry Field Experience and Modeling
- CHEM 431 Advanced Laboratory
Acceptable non-laboratory courses include:
- CHEM 332 Physical Chemistry II
- CHEM 420 Advanced Biochemistry
- CHEM 425 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 445 Inorganic Chemistry
B. Mathematics
- MATH 119 Integrated Calculus II or higher
Interdisciplinary Minor in Environmental Chemistry
To earn a minor in Environmental Chemistry, students must complete the following courses:
Core Courses
Take 4 courses (16 credits):
- EVST 100 Introduction to Environmental Studies
- CHEM 131–132 General Chemistry I & II
- CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry I
Environmental Systems (each of the courses includes a laboratory and fieldwork component). Selected one each from Chemistry and Environmental Studies.
- CHEM 312 Advanced Environmental Chemistry (4) OR CHEM 311 Environmental Chemistry Field Experience and Modeling (3) OR CHEM 330 Analytical Chemistry (4) OR CHEM 301 Quantitative Chemistry and Analysis (4)
- EVST 290 Environmental Geology (4) OR EVST 391 Environmental Hydrology (4) OR EVST 220 Physical Geography OR EVST 392 Oceanography (4) OR EVST 305 Ecology for Environmental Scientists (4).
Electives
Select one additional course from the list below.
- CHEM 332 Physical Chemistry II, CHEM 445 Inorganic Chemistry, CHEM 320 Biochemistry, EVST 245 Marine Environmental Studies, EVST 254 Climate Disruption: Science and Sustainability, EVST 242 Food and Nature, BIOL 336 Botany, BIOL 340 Conservation Biology, BIOL 331 Ecology, BIOL 346 Aquatic Biology and MATH 231.
A third course from the Environmental Systems list may be substituted for the Elective course.
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