Program Overview
The Associate of Science in Chemistry program at Northwest College provides a foundation in the fundamental principles of chemistry. It emphasizes general inorganic and organic chemistry, preparing students for transfer to four-year bachelor's programs in chemistry or related fields. The program includes courses in calculus, physics, and communication, ensuring a well-rounded education for students pursuing careers in various chemistry-related industries.
Program Outline
Outline:
Chemistry, A.S.
Chemistry is a foundation science with courses emphasizing an understanding of the fundamental principles of this physical science. Chemistry offers several entry level courses which can be used to fulfill the college’s lab science requirement. Chemistry courses also are an integral part of the curriculum for other sciences, engineering and the health professions. Individuals who want to specialize in chemistry should work closely with their advisor to devise a suitable associate of science degree program. The Associate of Science in Chemistry emphasizes the traditional two semester sequence of general inorganic chemistry followed by two semesters of organic chemistry. The program has sufficient flexibility to allow students to transfer to a variety of four-year schools offering bachelor’s degrees in chemistry. Students must successfully complete core courses with a “C-” or better to meet program requirements. Students planning to transfer to a four-year program may need to have additional hours beyond the program requirements at Northwest College in order to transfer in as a junior. These students should consult with their advisor and the appropriate four-year college catalog.
Term 1
- CHEM 1020 - General Chemistry I MR/PNW
- CHEM 1020 - General Chemistry I
- CTY 0000 - Creativity CTY
- CTY 0000 - Creativity
- ENGL 1010 - English Composition I CM
- ENGL 1010 - English Composition I
- ES 1000 - Orientation to Engineering Study FYS
- ES 1000 - Orientation to Engineering Study
- MATH 2200 - Calculus I MR/QR
- MATH 2200 - Calculus I
Total Credits: 17
Term 2
- CHEM 1030 - General Chemistry II MR
- CHEM 1030 - General Chemistry II
- CM 0000 - Communication CM
- CM 0000 - Communication
- MATH 2205 - Calculus II MR
- MATH 2205 - Calculus II
- PHYS 1310 - College Physics I GE
- PHYS 1310 - College Physics I
Total Credits: 16
Term 3
- CHEM 2420 - Organic Chemistry I MR
- CHEM 2420 - Organic Chemistry I
- HC 0000 - Human Condition HC
- HC 0000 - Human Condition
- MATH 2210 - Calculus III GE
- MATH 2210 - Calculus III
- PHYS 1320 - College Physics II GE
- PHYS 1320 - College Physics II
Total Credits: 15
Term 4
- CHEM 2230 - Quantitative Analysis GE
- CHEM 2230 - Quantitative Analysis
- CHEM 2440 - Organic Chemistry II MR
- CHEM 2440 - Organic Chemistry II
- GOV 0000 - U.S. and Wyoming Constitutions GOV
- GOV 0000 - U.S. and Wyoming Constitutions
- HC 0000 - Human Condition HC
- HC 0000 - Human Condition
- MATH 2310 - Applied Differential Equations I GE
- MATH 2310 - Applied Differential Equations I
Careers:
Potential Careers
- Analytical, Organic and Physical Chemistry
- Biochemistry, Biotechnology
- Agricultural, Paper, Water & Forensic Chemistry
- Chemical Sales
- Oil, Petroleum & Environmental Chemistry
- Health Professions
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Science Writing
