Chemistry, AS
Program Description
The Associate of Science, Chemistry is a two-year transferable degree. The curriculum includes a core of courses in the physical sciences and mathematics which are advised by the American Chemical Society (ACS) for transfer to any ACS accredited chemistry program. All courses recommended will partially satisfy the bachelor of science in chemistry at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Recommended Course Schedule
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| English 3 | 3 | |
| Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I (Mathematics) 4 | 4 |
| Elective 4 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 17 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| Diversity/Humanities 3 | 3 | |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| English 4 | 3 | |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| Semester Total | 14 | |
| 3rd semester | ||
| Elective 4 | 4-7 | |
| CHEM 341 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I | 3 |
| CHEM 241L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab I 5 | 1 |
| PHYS 180 & 180L | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I | 4 |
| Social Science/U.S. and Nevada Constitution 4 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 4th semester | ||
| Elective 4 | 6 | |
| CHEM 342 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II | 3 |
| CHEM 242L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab II 5 | 1 |
| PHYS 181 & 181L | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II | 4 |
| Semester Total | 14 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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See program recommendations or requirements.
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Students who need to complete CHEM 345 at UNR can transfer the two credits from CHEM 345 in place of CHEM 241L and CHEM 242L.
Program Requirements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.
To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
- Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| English | 3-6 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Mathematics | [3] | |
Required: | ||
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Science | [6] | |
Lab required | ||
Required: | ||
| CHEM 121 & CHEM 122 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II | 8 |
| Social Science | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
| American Experiences and Constitutional Change | ||
| Introduction to American Politics | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Additional College Requirements | ||
| Diversity 2 | [3] | |
| Science courses (2 units satisfied through required CHEM 121 & CHEM 122) 2 | [6] | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitutions 2 | [3] | |
| Degree Requirements | ||
| CHEM 341 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I | 3 |
| CHEM 241L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab I | 1 |
| CHEM 342 | Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II | 3 |
| CHEM 242L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Lab II | 1 |
| Mathematics: Additional 1 unit from Math 181 in Gen. Ed. | ||
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 180 & 180L | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I | 4 |
| PHYS 181 & 181L | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II | 4 |
| Elective Requirements | ||
| Select 13 units from transferable electives | 13 | |
Recommended: | ||
| Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology | ||
| Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| Differential Equations | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
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If you place into ENG 102 or ENG 114 the additional 3 required units will become elective units. Course sequence is based on placement into ENG 102.
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Course may also count toward degree requirements. Please consult with Academic Advisement.
Program Outcomes
Students completing the degree will:
PSLO1: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of General Chemistry in topics such as stoichiometry, nomenclature, acids and bases, gas laws, equilibrium, kinetics, thermochemistry, and electrochemistry.
PSLO2: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry in topics such as stoichiometry, organic nomenclature, acids and bases, organic synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy.
PSLO3: Demonstrate knowledge of scientific methods and the relationship of theory, experiment, and data analysis.
Transfer Agreements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. General information about general transfer agreements can be found on the Academic Advisement website. Students who intend to transfer to another college or university should speak with a TMCC Academic Advisor and consult with that institution. The transfer institution determines how TMCC courses will transfer. TMCC has agreements with the following institutions towards a bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline.
