Chemistry and Biochemistry Program
Faculty
Monica Feazell, Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Description
The Chemistry/Biochemistry Program gives students a solid foundation in analytical, organic, and physical chemistry, and emphasizes the central roles that chemistry plays in biology and the global environment. The biochemistry major provides additional insight into the relationship of chemistry to living organisms. Throughout the programs in chemistry and biochemistry, students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in fields in which women are still underrepresented, and they gain the opportunity to explore options such as graduate school, medical school, or employment in the industrial and non-profit sectors.
Students in the College of Arts and Sciences may elect to pursue a B.S. degree in chemistry or biochemistry or a minor in either field.
Prospective science majors should be aware that most upper-level science courses are offered every other year, and it may not be possible to complete the requirements for the major in one academic year, regardless of the number of credits transferred in. It is suggested that any student transferring in with more than 64 credits who plans to major in chemistry or biochemistry meet with a chemistry faculty member before registering for any courses in order to plan an appropriate program and to determine how long it will take her to complete the degree requirements.
Students should note that MATH 123 is a prerequisite for (or can be taken concurrently with) the Fundamentals of Chemistry course.
Students who elect to major in biochemistry may not minor in either biology or chemistry.
Major Requirements
Major Requirements: Chemistry (34-37 credits)
ALL of the following chemistry courses:
CHEM 111
CHEM 112
CHEM 221
CHEM 222
CHEM 223
CHEM 224
CHEM 331
CHEM 332
CHEM 341
CHEM 350
CHEM 351
ALL of the following mathematics and physics courses:
MATH 125
MATH 225
PHYS 111
PHYS 112
ONE Senior Seminar
NSCM 499
Recommended Courses
CMSC 111
MATH 325
CHEM 491
CHEM 497
Students planning to attend graduate school in chemistry should also take a second semester of Physical Chemistry, along with Instrumental Analysis or Physical Chemistry I Laboratory.
Major Requirements: Biochemistry (32 credits)
ALL of the following biology courses: (20 credits)
BIOL 112
BIOL 241
BIOL 341
BIOL 441
ALL of the following chemistry courses: (24 credits)
CHEM 111
CHEM 112
CHEM 221
CHEM 222
CHEM 223
CHEM 224
CHEM 341
CHEM 431
CHEM 432
CHEM 435
ALL of the following mathematics and physics courses:
MATH 125
MATH 225
PHYS 111
PHYS 112
ONE Senior Seminar
NSCM 499
Students should note that MATH 123 is a prerequisite for (or must be taken concurrently with) CHEM 111. Students may enroll in MATH 123 completing MATH 102 or with a satisfactory placement test score.
Recommended Courses
MATH 301
MATH 325
CHEM 491
CHEM 497
Minor Requirements: Chemistry (21 credits)
ALL of the following courses:
CHEM 111
CHEM 112
CHEM 221
CHEM 223
EIGHT additional credits in chemistry above the 100-level
Students should note that MATH 123 is a prerequisite for (or must be taken concurrently with) CHEM 111. Students may enroll in MATH 123 completing MATH 102 or with a satisfactory placement test score.
Minor Requirements: Biochemistry (21 credits)
ALL of the following courses:
CHEM 111
CHEM 112
CHEM 221
CHEM 223
CHEM 431
CHEM 432
CHEM 435
Students should note that MATH 123 is a prerequisite for (or must be taken concurrently with) CHEM 111. Students may enroll in MATH 123 completing MATH 102 or with a satisfactory placement test score.
Program Policies
Advanced Placement:
A grade of 4 or 5 on the Chemistry AP exam will be accepted in lieu of CHEM 111.
CLEP Policy:
A satisfactory score on the CLEP exam in general chemistry will be accepted in lieu of CHEM 111.
Grades in Major Courses:
Students are required to earn a grade of "C" (2.0) or better in all courses counted to fulfill requirements for the major.
Pass/No Pass:
The pass/no pass option is not acceptable for courses taken to fulfill major or minor requirements.
Senior Assessment
The senior assessment in chemistry or biochemistry consists of a written report and oral presentation relating to the work done in CHEM 491 or 497.
TELL Policy:
Because of the importance of the laboratory experience, TELL credits may not be applied toward the chemistry major.
Transfer Credits:
All chemistry and biochemistry majors are required to complete successfully a minimum of 15 credits in chemistry at Trinity College. With the approval of the program chair, courses in biology or other relevant areas of study offered at Trinity may be used to satisfy the 15 credit requirement. All chemistry/biochemistry majors must take NSCM 499 Divisional Seminar at Trinity (NSCM 499 may count toward the 15 credit hours taken at Trinity). Biochemistry majors must take CHEM 431 and CHEM 432 at Trinity.