Chemical Science, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. *Some classes have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Credits in Major: 96-98
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0 (some scholarships may require higher)
- Please see MySeattleU for elective options.
Resources for Success
- Map out your own plan through MySeattleU.
- Meet with a Career Coach from the Career Engagement Center.
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *CHEM 1500 – General Chem I + *CHEM-1501 Lab (4+1) | *CHEM 1510 – General Chem II + *CHEM-1511 Lab (4+2) | *CHEM 1520 – General Chem III (4) OR *CHEM 1590 – Research Focused Gen Chem III (5) |
| Course 2 | *MATH 1334 – Calculus I (5) | *MATH 1335 – Calculus II (5) | *MATH 1336 – Calculus III (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | *PHYS 1210 – Mechanics + *PHYS 1211 – Lab (4+1) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *CHEM 2500 – Organic Chem: Structure & Reactivity + *CHEM 2501 Organic Chem Lab: Techniques (4+2) | *CHEM 2510 – Organic Chem: Functional Group Interconversion + *CHEM 2511 Organic Chemistry Lab: Applications (4+2) | *CHEM 2520 – Organic Chem: Reactions of Pi-Systems + *CHEM 2521 – Organic Chem Lab: Projects (3+1) |
| Course 2 | *PHYS 1220 – Electricity & Magnetism + *PHYS 1221 – Lab (4+1) | *PHYS 1230 – Waves, Optics, and Heat + *PHYS 1231 – Lab (5) | *MATH 2330 – Multivariable Calculus (3) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | General Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *CHEM 3000 – Quantitative Analysis (5) | *CHEM 2100 – Fundamental Inorganic Chem (3) | *CHEM 3520 – Physical Chem: Photochemistry & Statistical Thermodynamics + *CHEM 3521 – Physical Chem Lab: Applications & Modeling (3+2) |
| Course 2 | *CHEM 3500 – Physical Chem: Quantum, Spectroscopy, & Bonds (3) | *CHEM 3510 – Physical Chem: Thermodynamics & Kinetics + *CHEM – 3511 Phys Chem Lab: Technical Analysis (4+1) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 3 | *CHEM 4985 – Senior Synthesis Seminar I (1) | *CHEM 4990 – Undergraduate Research (1-6) OR *CHEM 4995 – Senior Synthes Seminar II (1) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 4 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *CHEM 3600 – Intro Biochemistry (5) OR *CHEM 4000 – Instrumental Analysis (5) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | *CHEM 4995 – Senior Synthesis Seminar II (1) |
| Course 2 | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | General Elective (9) | *CHEM Elective (4000 level) (3) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (7) | General Elective (8) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan by module. See below for UCOR course titles:
- Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
- Module II
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning OR UCOR 2920 Ethical Reasoning Health Care
- Module III
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences Global Challenge
Curriculum Notes
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Contact your Advising Center for support:
Science & Engineering Advising: se-adv@seattleu.edu
Seattle U Advising Services: seattleu.edu/advising