Chemistry Transfer Pathway A.S. Degree

Program Description

Chemistry is the study of matter, or the substance of physical objects, with a focus on composition, structure, properties and change. Chemists are particularly interested in the properties of chemical bonds involved in the creation of chemical compounds. Upon completion of the Chemistry Transfer Pathway A.S. Degree, students will have developed strong communication skills and grown in scientific and mathematical reasoning skills, as well as the ability to perform experiments in a hands-on environment. Chemistry majors have career opportunities in research labs, industry labs, teaching positions, environmental fields, pharmaceuticals or entrance into pharmacy or medical school.

Program Outcomes

By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning outcomes:

• Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of experimental and theoretical chemistry;
• Explain and apply skills in analytical thinking and problem solving, and apply scientific methods to experimental data;
• Demonstrate skills in laboratory operations including making accurate and precise measurements, preparing solutions, operating instrumentation, experimental design, and the interpretation and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data and results;
• Communicate their own data and analysis in oral and written communications that uses tables and graphs, describes detailed experimental procedures, and clearly explains conclusions, in order to create clear and compelling papers, posters, or presentations;
• Work both independently and collaboratively in the classroom and in the laboratory; and
• Apply learned concepts to everyday situations and experiences and critically evaluate contributions to science reported in the media; identify valid approaches to scientific problem solving and reporting.