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Chemistry, Transfer Major AS



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The Chemistry Transfer Major is an Associate of Science Degree designed for students transferring to Iowa Regent Universities to study a variety of undergraduate majors; requirements may vary at other institutions. Students should become familiar with the specific course requirements of the four-year institution to which they plan to transfer. Students wanting to pursue this transfer major will have the opportunity to learn the necessary content and skills for upper-level classes at the transfer institution and to be successful in their desired field after graduation. 

Possible undergraduate majors and Bachelor’s degree options:

  • Biochemistry and Biophysics
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Dietetics
  • Environmental Science
  • Food Science
  • Forensic Science
  • Nutritional Science
  • Pre-Professional Studies

Enrollment Date: Fall and/or Spring Semester

Minimum Required Credits: 60

Campus: Fort Dodge

Department: Science

Articulation Agreements: Iowa State University, University of Northern Iowa, The University of Iowa, Clarke University, Drake University, Grand View University, St. Ambrose University, Dubuque University, and Waldorf University

CIP#: 40.05010200

Approved: 08/22/2019

Program Outcomes:

  1. Students will be able to use the scientific method.
  2. Students will be able to express how science impacts everyday life.
  3. Students will be able to evaluate the results of an experiment.

Required Courses


These courses will also be used to satisfy requirements of categories I-VIII.

I. Communications/English/Speech


9 Hours Required

IV. Humanities


3 Hours Required

One course from one of following four areas:

V. Distributed Requirements


2 additional hours required from categories I-IV

VIII. Electives


16 hours required, choose any course numbered 100 or above.

Total Credit Hours Required: 60


Notes:


Other recommended courses: CHM 130   and CHM 131  .

AS Program Notes:


  • Developmental courses numbered less than 100 DO NOT apply toward any certificate, diploma, or degree. Click here for the full Mandatory Assessment and Placement Chart  .   
  • Some courses may only be offered fall or spring semesters.
  • Some courses may have pre-requisites, which could impact sequence.
  • To graduate in four semesters, students must take an average of 15 transferable credits per semester.
  • Some courses may be available online or at other Iowa Central campuses.
  • Although an articulation agreement has been made with the institution(s) listed, students may transfer to another institution. Students must communicate with their Iowa Central advisor and their transfer institution when determining transferability. 
  • Major and/or degree options may vary based on desired transfer institution.

Non-Discrimination Policy


It is the policy of Iowa Central Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 - 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794),  Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (34 CFR Part 110), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).  

 

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Stacy Ihrig, Vice President of Human Resources, One Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, Iowa, 50501, Telephone: (515)-5741138, Email:  concerns@iowacentral.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 606047204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560, Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

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