The program and all of the degrees are certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS). The primary purpose of the chemistry program is to educate students in an area of science which is rapidly expanding. The chemists of today are involved in the development of a multitude of new materials such as plastics, drugs, semiconductors, and agricultural products. Research chemists are conducting studies of the fundamental nature of matter which lead to expanded knowledge in medicine, biology, and health sciences.
Each course in chemistry stresses laws, theories, and applications in the lecture portion and offers students the opportunity to have hands-on experiences with equipments in laboratories. Students are encouraged to take full advantage of the scientific opportunities available in the program by joining a research group. Chemistry is one of the highly recommended courses of study for students interested in pursuing careers in a variety of professional endeavors such as the health sciences: medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and allied health fields.
Benefits of an Approved ACS Program
The professional option focuses on a broad-based and rigorous chemistry education and hands-on training that prepare students to become effective scientific professionals and competitive applicants to jobs and graduate schools.
It is especially recommended for students who plan to pursue graduate studies in chemically related fields or those persons wishing to seek employment as industrial chemists such as chemical technologist, quality control manager, health & safety professionals, etc.
The biochemistry option is primarily designed to provide the background needed for students seeking entrance into professional medical or dental schools (pre-med).
It will also greatly benefit students seeking technical jobs such as formulation chemist, public health professionals, etc, that require multidisciplinary training in biology and chemistry as well as an abundance of science laboratory skills.
The general option provides considerable concentration in chemistry while permitting a wider selection of electives.
By judiciously choosing electives, students can enrich their scientific knowledge and technical skills to prepare for futures in technical marketing, environment and health sciences, computer science, technical writing, , education, technical illustration, engineering, and law and policy.
Learn More About Chemistry Degree
Computational Chemistry, Catalysis, Energy and Fuels
Small molecule inhibitors, Photochemistry, Green Chemistry, Environmental Science
Sulfur oxidation genomics, Macro/supramolecular chemistry
Learn More About Chemisty Faculty
Chemistry Department
1701 N. Boulder Avenue
Russellville, AR 72801-2222
Phone: (479) 968-0293
Fax: (479) 964-0837
Email: cmp@atu.edu
