The Department of Chemistry offers major programs in chemistry (HEGIS 1905) and biochemistry (HEGIS 0414). The department also offers a minor in chemistry.

The major in chemistry is designed to prepare students to pursue several options: graduate studies, professional schools of medicine or dentistry, or professional careers in industry or government.

The major in biochemistry is designed to meet the needs of students preparing for graduate study in biochemical sciences such as: biochemistry, molecular biology, immunochemistry and toxicology, or professional careers in biochemical or life-science industries, hospitals or medical schools.

A biochemistry or chemistry major is excellent preparation for medical, dental or veterinarian school. Either degree prepares a student for a career in high school teaching.

Overview

	BS in Biochemistry	BS in Chemistry
College Core	45 credits *	45 credits *
Science Degree Core	26 credits +	30 credits +
Major Requirements	54 credits	34 credits
Free electives	0 credits	11-12 credits
TOTAL	125 credits	120-121 credits

Science Degree Core:

CHM	109, 110	General Chemistry
PHY	101, 102	General Physics I and II
MTH	231, 232, 233	Calculus I , II, and III

*Six (6) credits from the Science degree core are used to fulfill Area III of the College core requirement and three (3) credits from the Science degree core are used to partly fulfill Area IV of the college core requirement.

+biochemistry majors take MTH 231 and 232 - Calculus I and II; chemistry majors take MTH 231, 232 and 233 - Calculus I, II and III.

 BS IN CHEMISTRY

Students who choose to major in chemistry must complete the following:

A. Major Courses

CHM	209, 210	Organic Chemistry I, II (6 credits)
CHM	220	Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	222	Analytical Chemistry (2 credits)
CHM	309, 310	Physical Chemistry I, II (6 credits)
CHM	311	Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	320	Chemical Synthesis Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	322	Instrumental Analysis (3 credits)
CHM	417	Inorganic Chemistry (3 credits)
CHM	421	Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHM	441 (or 442)	Research (2 credits)/CHM 442 Research (2 credits)
CHM	450	Chemistry Seminar (1 credit)
CHM	451	Science, Technology and Society Seminar (2 credits)

In addition, MTH 302-differential Equations is recommended. A number of elective courses listed below are available and should be considered in consultation with the departmental advisor.

Electives: CHM 312 Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM 320 Chemical Synthesis Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM 420 Biochemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM 422 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHM 430 Internship in Chemistry (3 credits)

BS IN BIOCHEMISTRY

Students who choose to major in biochemistry must complete the following:

 A. Major Courses

BIO	101, 102	General Biology I - II (8 credits)
BIO	211	Genetics (4 credits)
BIO	399	Cell Biology (3 credits)
BIO	480, 481	Molecular Biology (5 credits)
CHM	209, 210	Organic Chemistry I, II (6 credits)
CHM	220	Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	222	Analytical Chemistry (2 credits)
CHM	309, 310	Physical Chemistry I, II (6 credits)
CHM	311	Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	320	Chemical Synthesis Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	322	Instrumental Analysis (3 credits)
CHM	420	Biochemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM	421	Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHM	422	Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHM	450	Chemistry Seminar (1 credit)
CHM	451	Science, Technology and Society Seminar (2 credits)

In addition, a number of elective courses listed below are available and should be considered in consultation with the departmental advisor.

Electives: BIO 403 Principles of Toxicology (3 credits)
CHM 312 Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM 320 Chemical Synthesis Laboratory (2 credits)
CHM 430 Internship in Chemistry (3 credits)
CHM 441, 442 Research (2 credits)

Minor Requirements:
Students wishing to complete a minor in chemistry must complete four courses including CHM 209, 210- Organic Chemistry, CHM 220- Organic Chemistry Laboratory/or CHM 309, 310 - Physical Chemistry. The remaining courses should be at the 300-400 level and should be chosen in consultation with a departmental advisor. Students who major in biology can complete a minor in chemistry they take CHM 309, 310-Physical Chemistry (6 credits).

Other Options:
Health Professions Preparation (Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Chiropractic, and other pre-health professions) Health Professions students preparing for medical or dental careers must take BIO 101,102 in addition to courses required by the major program. Additional electives should be chosen with the aid of faculty advisors. They should consult the Chair of the Health Profession Recommendations Committee as early as possible.

Pre-Engineering Transfer Program
The College offers a two-year program leading to a transfer option to an accredited college of engineering. Under this plan students complete two years as a chemistry major, after which, if in good academic standing, they have the option of remaining at Iona to pursue the BS degree, or of transferring to a college of engineering to obtain a BE degree. An advisor is available to assist students considering a pre-engineering program. The chemistry program is suited to students interested in chemical engineering. Students interested in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering should follow the first two years of the physics program.

Business Minor
Students interested in combining chemistry with a career in business are encouraged to complete a minor in management or marketing by taking ECO 201, 202 to satisfy Area II of the College core and the remaining 24 credits as explained in this bulletin for a total of 124 credits.