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Chemistry

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Chemistry (Major & Minor)

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College
College of Arts & Sciences

Degree Type
Bachelor of Science (BS)

Program Type
Major, Minor

Program Delivery
On Campus

Time to Completion
4 Years

Discover the science of life.

From the smallest cells to entire ecosystems, Biology explores how living things work, adapt, and interact with the world around them. At Chaminade, you’ll build a strong foundation in biology, ecology, genetics, anatomy, and laboratory science through hands-on learning and close faculty mentorship.

Explore your interests, ask meaningful questions, and gain the scientific skills to prepare for careers and further study in healthcare, environmental science, research, education, and more.

The Biology major offers two concentrations to choose from:

  • Biomedical Sciences: Explore the science of human health, disease, and the biological processes that shape the body.
  • Ecology & Biodiversity: Discover how organisms, ecosystems, and environments interact, with opportunities to explore the incredible biodiversity of Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Upon completion of the B.S. undergraduate program in Chemistry, students will be able to:

  1. Apply the scientific method as it is used in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and molecular sciences
  2.  Recognize and explain chemical theory as it applies to the physical world
  3. Visualize, evaluate, validate and interpret results of chemical analyses as part of an integral and quality education (This PLO is a link to our Marianist Values of to provide an integral, quality education)
  4.  Solve problems using analytical reasoning, professional resources, professional conduct, and ethical behavior
  5.  Communicate chemical information effectively in oral and written formats

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In addition to the general education requirements, these are the pre-major and major requirements below:

Pre-Major Requirements

  • CH-203 General Chemistry I
  • CH-203L General Chemistry I Laboratory
  • CH-204 General Chemistry II
  • CH-204L General Chemistry II Laboratory
  • MA-110 Pre-Calculus
  • MA-210 Calculus I
  • MA-211 Calculus II
  • PHY-251 University Physics I
  • PHY-251L University Physics I Laboratory
  • PHY-252 University Physics II
  • PHY-252L University Physics II Laboratory

Note: EN 102 and COM 101 are prerequisites for all upper division courses

Major Requirements

  • BI 300 Science Writing
  • BI 302 Science Writing -Bioethics and Professional Conduct
  • BI 420 Systems Biology
  • BI 499 Honors Research II
  • CH 323/L Organic Chemistry I & Lab
  • CH 324/L Organic Chemistry II & Lab
  • CH 334/L Analytical Chemistry & Lab
  • CH 360/L Biochemistry I & Lab
  • CH 362/L Biochemistry II & Lab
  • CH 422 Physical Chemistry I
  • CH 423/L Physical Chemistry II & Lab
  • CH-430L Instrumental Analysis
  • CH 447 Pharmacology
  • CH 480 Special topics in Chemistry
  • CH 490 Chemistry Seminar
  • CH 495 Research
  • Two (2) upper-division electives from the following disciplines: Forensic Sciences, Biology, Data Science or Environmental Studies

Upon completion of the Chemistry minor, students will be able to:

  1. Apply the scientific method as it is used in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and molecular sciences
  2. 2. Recognize and explain chemical theory as it applies to the physical world
  3. 3. Visualize, evaluate, validate and interpret results of chemical analyses as part of an integral and quality education.

Pre-Minor Requirements

  • MA 110 Pre-Calculus
  • CH 203/L General Chemistry I with Laboratory
  • CH 204/L General Chemistry II and Laboratory

Minor Requirements

  • CH 334/L Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory
  • CH 360/L Biochemistry I and Laboratory
  • CH 490 Senior Seminar

Choose one (1) upper-divison elective from the following:

  • CH 403 Inorganic Chemistry
  • CH 420 Systems Biology
  • CH 430L Instrumental Analysis Lab
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