Requirements: BA Chemistry
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry Requirements
The Undergraduate College: Traditional, On Campus
The Undergraduate College Chemistry program offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree that requires 120 credits (48 courses) including:
Major Courses: 33-36 credits (16 courses).
Major Supporting Courses: 15 credits (7 courses).
Recommended Supporting Courses: 0-3 credits (0-1 course).
Major Elective Courses: 6-8 credits (2-4 courses). Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Elective Courses: 10-21 credits (4-7 Courses). BA Chemistry students can earn a minor in Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science faster due to overlapping course requirements. See minors for details and discuss with your advisor.
Core Curriculum Experience Course: 0-3 credits (1 course). This Core Curriculum course requirement is offered within a student's Major.
Core Curriculum Senior Capstone: 3 credits (1 course). This Core Curriculum course requirement is offered within a student’s Major.
Core Curriculum Courses: 42 credits (14 courses). Students will be able to count three (3) classes in their major toward Core Curriculum.
 Chemistry Major Courses (33-36 Credits)
*Course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0142: General Chemistry I*
Prerequisite: Placement into College Algebra MAT-0115 or a level higher math course.
A study of the foundational concepts in chemistry and the basis of the physical and chemical properties of matter. Topics covered include atomic structure, the Periodic Table, physical and chemical properties, and reaction stoichiometry. Students should enroll concurrently in lecture and lab. Permission of the instructor is needed just to take the lecture course.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0143: General Chemistry I Laboratory*
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience, General Chemistry I
Offered fall semester. (1 Credit)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0145: General Chemistry II*
Prerequisite: AP Chemistry credit or CHE 0142.
An in-depth study of intermolecular forces, solutions, colligative properties, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0146: General Chemistry II Laboratory*
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience, General Chemistry II.
Offered spring semester. (1 Credit)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0230: Organic Chemistry I*
Prerequisite: AP chemistry credit or CHE 0145
A systematic study of the structure, properties, and reactions of aliphatic compounds, including reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and synthetic applications.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0231: Organic Chemistry I Laboratory*
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience, Organic Chemistry I.
Offered fall semester. (1 Credit)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0235: Organic Chemistry II*
Prerequisite: CHE 0230
A further study of organic molecules including aromatic as well as aliphatic compounds. Emphasis is on reaction mechanisms and synthetic applications.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0236: Organic Chemistry II Laboratory*
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience, Organic Chemistry II.
Offered spring semester. (1 Credit)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
CHE 0250: Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry
This course is an introduction to the structure, bonding and reactivity of elements and compounds, focusing primarily on transition metal complexes. Standard theories and applications of inorganic chemistry as well as aspects of current research will also be covered in this course.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
CHE 0300: Analytical Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHE 0235 and CHE 0250
The study of the quantitative applications of chemical analysis as it applies to chemical equilibrium, acid/base chemistry, electrochemistry. It includes the theory and interpretation of UV-Visible, IR, NMR and mass spectroscopy. Spreadsheet application to problem solving and the use of computer-assisted statistical analysis of data and data presentation will be an integrated part of the course. Classical analysis techniques and modern separation methods (GC and HPLC) are included as well.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
CHE 0301: Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Laboratory experience, Analytical Chemistry.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
CHE 0320: Physical Chemistry I
Prerequisite: MAT 0121
Taken at a SEPCHE school. This course looks at the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics; phase equilibria and chemical equilibria; gases; and electrochemistry will be covered in this course.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
CHE 0321: Physical Chemistry I Laboratory
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience, Physical Chemistry I.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
CHE 0400: Biochemistry I*
Prerequisite: CHE 0235
A study of the structure and function of proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between macromolecular conformation and function. Membrane structure and transport will be covered as well as basic bioenergetics and enzyme catalysis. Clinical correlations will be made where appropriate. Enzyme and binding kinetics will be examined as well as the use of the computer to collect, analyze, tabulate, and graph experimental results. The course has a writing component designed to develop the student’s
literature research skills.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
Capstone Course (3 Credits)
CHE 0445: Senior Seminar
A seminar based on the presentation of papers on current topics in chemistry followed by discussion.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
Experience Course (0-3 Credits)
Choose 1 of the Following 2 Courses:
CHE 0440: Research
Prerequisite: None
Participation in a research project under the direct supervision of a faculty member or at an offcampus research center.Â
Offered every other year as needed. (3 Credits)
CHE 0460: Internship
Prerequisite: Open to junior and senior chemistry majors.
Supervised work experience usually at an industrial or research site. The type of work, period of work, and means of evaluation will be arranged by the work supervisor in consultation with the student’s major advisor.
Offered fall/spring semester. (0 Credits)
Required Supporting Courses (15 Credits)
*Course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
BIO 0150: General Biology I (Cell)*
Prerequisite: High school biology and high school chemistry and placement into MAT 0115 or a level higher math class, or a grade of C- or higher in BIO 0130, BIO 0131, CHE0130, and CHE-0131.
Introductory course into cellular structure with emphasis on the cell cycle, genetics, and cellular metabolism.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
BIO 0151: General Biology I Laboratory (Cell)*
Prerequisite: None
An introductory laboratory, to accompany BIO 0150, examining cellular structure with emphasis on the cell cycle, genetics, and cellular metabolism.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
MAT 0120: Calculus I
MAT-0120, together with MAT-0121, Calculus II, provides a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic analytic geometry of graphs of functions, and their limits, integrals, and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Also, some applications of the integral are discussed. Applications to the physical sciences is a focus of this course, as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in all disciplines. This course fulfills the Critical Thinking/Problem Solving requirement in the Undergraduate College’s General Education program.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
PHY 0100: General Physics I
Newtonian mechanics; mass, velocity and acceleration; force and work; motion in a line and plane; gravitation; kinetic and potential energy; impulse and momentum, rotation; periodic motion; fluids; heat and temperature; gases, liquids and solids; laws of thermodynamics; kinetic theory; wave and acoustics.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
PHY 0103: General Physics I Laboratory
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
PHY 0101: General Physics II
Electricity and magnetism; electric charge and potential; Coulomb's law; capacitance; current and resistance; Ohm's law; direct current circuits; magnetic fields and forces; induced voltage; inductance; alternating currents; electromagnetic waves; light and geometric optics; diffraction effects; relativity; photons, electrons and protons; quantum and nuclear concepts; radioactivity.
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
PHY 0104: General Physics II Laboratory
Prerequisite: None
Laboratory experience.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
Recommended Supporting Courses (0-3 Credits)
MAT 0121: Calculus II
This is the second of a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic and advanced techniques of integration, analytic geometry of graphs of functions, and their limits, integrals and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Applications of the integral are studied. Applications to the physical sciences is a focus of this course, as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in all disciplines. This course partially fulfills the Critical Thinking/Problem Solving requirement in the Undergraduate College’s General Education program
Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)
Chemistry Elective Courses (6-8 Credits)
The remaining credit hours are electives and can consist of science and mathematics courses, but should not be limited to those particular disciplines. **Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Choose 2-4** of the Following 7 Courses:
CHE 0315: Instrumental Methods of Analysis**
Prerequisite: None, Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Course description coming soon.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
CHE 0316: Instrumental Methods of Analysis Laboratory**
Prerequisite: None, Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Laboratory experience with Instrumental Methods of Analysis.Â
Offered as needed. (1 Credit)
CHE 0325: Physical Chemistry II**
Prerequisite: MAT 0121, Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Taken at a SEPCHE school. This course looks at the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics; phase equilibria and chemical equilibria; gases; and electrochemistry will be covered in this course.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
CHE 0326: Physical Chemistry II Laboratory**
Prerequisite: None, Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
Laboratory experience, Physical Chemistry I.
Offered fall/spring semester. (1 Credit)
CHE 0340: Intro to Nanoscience and Nanotech
Prerequisite: None
Course description coming soon.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
CHE 0415: Biochemistry II
A study of the mechanisms and regulation of intermediary metabolism with a human focus. Signal transduction, protein translocation, nuclear structure and transport, and cell cycle regulation will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological implications of biomolecular function and the relationship to metabolic, hormonal, and carcinogenic disease. The course contains a significant writing component to further develop the student’s literature searching and technical writing skills.
Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)
CHE 0430: Organic Mechanisms
Prerequisite: None
Course description coming soon.
Offered as needed. (3 Credits)
Elective Courses (10-21 Credits)
The remaining credit hours are electives and can consist of science and mathematics courses, but should not be limited to those particular disciplines. Students should enroll concurrently in lectures and labs. Permission Of Instructor (POI) is needed just to take the lecture course.
BA Chemistry students can earn a minor in Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science faster due to overlapping course requirements. See minors for details and discuss with your advisor.
Choose 4-7 of the Following Courses:
Any Course Elective*
Prerequisite:Â None
Course description coming soon.
Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)
*Easily add a minor: This course can be applied toward more than one requirement.
Strengthen Your Degree with a Minor
Choose from a wide variety of minors to complement your undergraduate degree. If you wish to learn about a completely different subject, would like to determine your career path or wish to complement your degree, Rosemont College has a diverse array of minor studies to choose from.
When considering a minor, students can consult with their academic advisors to ensure that the courses required for the minor fit into their overall academic plan and personal goals.
Go Further Faster
BA Chemistry students can earn a minor in Biochemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science faster due to overlapping course requirements. See minors for details and discuss with your advisor.