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Apr 24, 2024
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Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Chemistry, B.S.
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 Return to: LMU Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering
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Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree program provides the student with a flexible program that builds upon a solid fundamental knowledge in chemistry. Students work with their advisors/chairperson to select upper division elective courses in emphasis areas like analytical, organic, inorganic, or physical chemistry or health sciences-which include but are not limited to medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry-and areas such as forensics, environmental chemistry, education, etc.
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree program, approved by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society (ACS), ACS-certified track in Chemistry, is designed to prepare the student not only for immediate entry into the profession of chemistry at the Bachelor’s level but also for graduate study toward advanced degrees.
Student learning outcomes for the chemistry major:
- Students understand essential concepts in chemistry and biochemistry.
- Students exhibit competence in the chemistry/biochemistry laboratory.
- Students demonstrate the ability to think critically in analyzing scientific information and problem solving.
- Students will demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
- Students are knowledgeable about career opportunities in the chemical sciences.
- Students appreciate the value of science to society.
Lower Division Requirements: Chemistry
Upper Division Requirements: Chemistry
32 upper division semester hours of CHEM courses, including
Chemistry Curriculum
(124 S.H.)
Total: 14-15 semester hours
Total: 14-17 semester hours
Spring Semester
- CHEM 490 Chemistry Seminar 1 semester hours
- CHEM Upper Division Elective 3 semester hours
- CHEM Upper Division Elective 3 semester hours
- Upper Division Elective 3-4 semester hours
- Elective 3-4 semester hours
Total: 13-15 semester hours**
Total: 124 semester hours
Note:
*Chemistry majors are required to complete 32 semester hours of core courses to satisfy the University Core requirements.
**Dean’s list requires minimum 14 semester hours.
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Return to: LMU Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering
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