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The major in chemistry (reference number 623) requires a minimum of 30 semester hours and leads to the bachelor of science degree. The University also requires a minor or a second major. The department offers three programs of study that leads to a bachelor of science degree in chemistry. Prior to selection of a program of study, a student must consult with a chemistry advisor in order to determine the most appropriate option. Western is on the approved list of the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society. For certification by this committee of the completion of minimum standards (48 hours of chemistry) for the bachelor of science degree in chemistry, the required courses are as follows, with the sequence recommended.
- Freshman year: CHEM 120-121, 222-223; MATH 118 and 126.
- Sophomore year: CHEM 330, 340, and 341; MATH 227; PHYS 250, 251, 270, 271.
- Junior year: CHEM 342, 343, 398, 399 (1 hour), 450, 451, 452 and 453.
- Senior year: CHEM 399 (1 hour), 435, 420 and 446.
In addition, CHEM 476 is highly recommended. It is important that physical chemistry, CHEM 450, 451, 452 and 453, be taken in the junior year since CHEM 452 is a prerequisite or corequisite for most courses numbered above 400. Qualified students may omit MATH 118 and start with MATH 126. Students whose high school preparation in mathematics makes them ineligible for MATH 118 should consult their academic advisor for the proper first course in mathematics. It is strongly recommended that students in this program take MATH 307 and 331 in addition to the above math requirements. Professional chemistry majors, those who plan on attending professional or graduate school, who do not wish the American Chemical Society program should take the following courses: CHEM 120-121, 222-223, 330, 340-341, 342-343, 450-451, 452-453, 398, 399, 435, 420 and 446. In addition, CHEM 435 and 476 are highly recommended. The major in chemistry that requires 30 semester hours, is as follows: CHEM 120-121, 222-223, 330, at least one semester of organic chemistry, one semester of inorganic chemistry or biochemistry, and one semester of physical chemistry, with additional courses in chemistry numbered above 300 to make a total of 30 semester hours. For a major under the teacher certification curriculum, please see the department head for a full description of the requirements for a certification in chemistry. |
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The major in biochemistry (reference number 519) requires a
minimum of 60 semester hours and leads to a bachelor of science degree.
This sequence of required chemistry and biology courses along with
elective courses from chemistry, biology and agriculture offer the
student a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary training.
Required courses are : - CHEM 120, 121, 222, 223, 330, 314, or (340, 341,
342, 343)
- BIOL 120, 121, 411
- BIOL/CHEM 446, 447, 467.
In addition to the required courses, students are expected to complete
elective courses to total a minimum of 60 semester hours.
Electives: - BIOL 220, 221, 222, 223, 224, 225, 309, 310, 327, 328, 330,
331, 350, 399, 400, 407, 412, 450, 475,495.
- CHEM 399, 420, 430, 435, 412 or (450, 451, 452, 453), 475.
- AGRI 320, 344, 345, 350, 351, 352, 399, 409, 410, 437, 438,
448, 452, 455, 456.
- PHYS 335, 431
In addition to the above 60 semester hours, the student is required to
take PHYS 231, 232, 233, 332 and MATH 126. |
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The minor in chemistry (reference number 335) requires a minimum of 18/21 hours. For a minimum minor a student must have:
- CHEM 120-121, 222-223, 330 and courses numbered above 300 to make a total of at least 18 semester hours
Note that at least nine semester hours must be earned in courses numbered 300 and above.
For a minor under the teacher certification curriculum, a student must have :
- CHEM 120-121, 222-223, 330, 314 and 412.
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The minor in biochemistry (reference number 324) requires a minimum
of 18 semester hours and a major in either chemistry or biology.
Required courses are : - BIOL 411; BIOL/CHEM 446, 447, 467.
Electives:
- BIOL 120, 121, 220, 221, 309, 310, 327, 330,331, 400.
- CHEM
120, 314 (or 340, 341, 342, 343), 420, 435.
- AGRI 437, 438, 448.
Any course used in the student’s major cannot be counted toward the
biochemistry minor |
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The minor in coal chemistry (reference number 340) requires a
minimum of 20-22 hours in chemistry. For a minor a student must have
CHEM 120-121, 222-223, 314.
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Graduate programs and courses leading to the master of science and master of arts in education with a major in chemistry are available in the Department of Chemistry. Each year a number of graduate teaching assistantships are available for qualified graduate students. For additional information see the Graduate Studies Catalog or contact the Chair of the Chemistry Graduate Programs.
The Department of Chemistry offers a Master of Science option in coal chemistry. The first year of the two-year program provides the knowledge and laboratory skills required to understand the fundamentals of coal structure, analysis and coal conversion to synthetic fuels. During the second year of the program an appropriate research project and thesis are completed at Western or a cooperative institution involved in coal research. Candidates for the M.S. option in coal chemistry must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited collegiate institution with an overall minimum grade point average of 2.5 (A=4.0).
A cooperative graduate program leading to the doctor of philosophy is administered by the Department of Chemistry at Western Kentucky University and the Department of Chemistry at the University of Louisville. Interested students may obtain completed information about the program from Dr. Cathleen Webb, Head, Department of Chemistry, Western Kentucky University, or from the Chair of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky.
- Graduate student orientation package 2005-2006
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