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Chemistry

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Chemistry is the central science. It’s the application of physics, the why of biology, and the what of engineering. It is crucial to have a strong understanding of chemistry to pursue a degree in any of the major sciences. Chemistry will allow us to solve the worlds energy crisis, cure diseases, and improve the quality of living across the globe. If you are interested in tackling the world’s toughest problems and making huge advances that will transform the world, this is the subject for you.

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While we recommend that chemistry students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA in chemistry is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS with the addition of a foreign language (complete a 1020-level language course). Please see your academic advisor for full details.

Course Title Credits
General Education Courses 27 credits
Elective Credits 23-27 credits
Meta-major Requirements 6-10 credits
Choose 6 credits from this list:
CHEM 1210/5 Principles of Chemistry and Lab 5
MATH 1210 Calculus I 5
MATH 1220 Calculus II 4
ENGR 2240 Surveying and Global Positioning 3
ENGR 1400/5 Programming Fundamentals and Lab 4
ENGR 1300 Engineering Graphics and Design-Mechanical 3
PHYS 2210/5 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Lab 5
MATH 2040 Applied Statistics 4
Total 60 credits
  • Biology
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Geology
  • Physics
  • Pre-med

Chemists work in a wide variety of fields. Chemists work in biochemistry, electronics, energy production and storage, forensics, healthcare, natural resources, pharmaceuticals, and so much more.

Discover ways you can transfer your credits to some of the following colleges:

For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.