The science of chemistry is concerned with the structure, composition, and reactions of matter. Chemistry instruction at the University is designed to familiarize the student with current views of these concepts. The relevance of chemistry is readily apparent, for the universe and the life forms it contains are chemical systems undergoing specific chemical reactions. To understand the universe and ourselves, it is necessary to understand the laws governing these chemical systems. A deeper knowledge of chemistry is necessary to solve many of humanity's problems: feeding the hungry, healing the sick, and bettering living conditions in general. Coursework in chemistry at Kentucky State University considers both experimental and theoretical topics and emphasizes their interdependence.
The Division of Mathematics and Sciences offers a program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. A minor in chemistry is also offered.
Major in Chemistry
The requirements for the major in Chemistry in addition to the University’s Liberal Studies requirements are:
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A. Core Requirements |
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CHE 101 |
General Chemistry I (see Liberal Studies Core) |
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CHE 110 |
General Chemistry I Lab |
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CHE 102 |
General Chemistry II (see Liberal Studies Core) |
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CHE 120 |
General Chemistry II Lab |
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CHE 301 |
Organic Chemistry I |
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CHE 310 |
Organic Chemistry I Lab |
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CHE 302 |
Organic Chemistry II |
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CHE 320 |
Organic Chemistry II Lab |
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CHE 303 |
Quantitative Analysis |
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CHE 407 |
Physical Chemistry I |
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CHE 409 |
Physical Chemistry II |
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CHE 412 |
Inorganic Chemistry |
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CHE 414 |
Instrumental Analysis |
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One the following: CHE 401, CHE 402, or BIO 401 |
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B. Supporting Courses |
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MAT 131 |
Calculus I |
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MAT 132 |
Calculus II |
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MAT _____ |
math course above MAT 132 |
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PHY _____ |
Physics I (PHY 207 or PHY 211) |
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PHY _____ |
Physics II (PHY 208 or PHY 211) |
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300/400 level elective in CHE, BIO, AQU, ENV |
Minor in Chemistry
A minor in chemistry requires the completion of 19 semester credit hours. Specific course requirements include CHE 101/110, 102/120, 301/310, and 302/320; the remaining 4 semester credit hours must be selected from CHE 303, 315/350, 407, and 412.