About the Program
The B.S. in Chemistry degree is an American Chemical Society Certified program, which equips graduates for entry-level positions as chemists in industrial or governmental laboratories, and also lays a solid foundation for those pursuing specialized graduate-level programs. The elective courses within the program play a crucial role in preparing students for diverse professions, including careers in various health-related fields, medicinal plant sciences, and emerging industries associated with energy and the environment.
About the Chemistry Department
164 Science and Math Complex
1300 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14222
Phone: (716) 878-5204
Fax: (716) 878-4524
https://chemistry.buffalostate.edu/
Admission Requirements
Transfer Admission Requirements
Transfer students from two-year colleges should have earned credit for courses equivalent to the following to avoid possible delays in the completion of the degree program.
CHE 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY I 3
CHE 112 FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY II 3
CHE 113 LABORATORY FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY I 1
CHE 114 LABORATORY FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY II 1
CHE 201 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 3
CHE 202 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 3
CHE 203 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I 1
CHE 204 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II 1
CHE 301 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (recommended) 4
MAT 161 CALCULUS I 4
MAT 162 CALCULUS II 4
PHY 111 UNIVERSITY PHYSICS I 5
PHY 112 UNIVERSITY PHYSICS II 5
Transfer students must complete a minimum of 10 credits in chemistry at Buffalo State. Chemistry courses taken elsewhere may be substituted for similar courses at Buffalo State only if they have the same or equivalent prerequisites. Grades of C or better in CHE 111 and CHE 112 are required for transfer into the Chemistry B.S. program.
Learning Outcomes
1. establish a robust foundation in both the fundamentals and practical applications of chemistry subdisciplines, encompassing Analytical, Bio-, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistries.
2. develop proficiency in problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical reasoning, specifically tailored to address challenges within the chemistry field.
3. demonstrate the ability to design and execute scientific experiments, strictly adhering to laboratory safety protocols, while meticulously recording and analyzing experimental results.
4. effectively communicate scientific findings through proficient oral, written, and electronic formats.
5. recognize the pivotal role of chemistry in addressing significant societal issues related to energy, health, environment, and medicine.
Program Requirements
Intellectual Foundations Requirements
33 credit hours 33
Chemistry Major Requirements (44-48 credit hours)
Required Courses (28 credit hours)
CHE 111 FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY I 3
CHE 112 FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY II 3
CHE 113 LABORATORY FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY I 1
CHE 114 LABORATORY FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY II 1
CHE 201 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 3
CHE 202 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 3
CHE 203 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I 1
CHE 204 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II 1
CHE 301 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY 4
CHE 331 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY 3
CHE 360 INTRODUCTION TO INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 3
CHE 403 INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS 3
CHE 404 INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS LAB 2
CHE 465 INTERGRATED PHYSICAL AND INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY 2
CHE 470 BIOCHEMISTRY I 3
CHE 471 BIOCHEMICAL TECHNIQUES 2
In-depth Elective Courses (4- 6 cr)
Select two from the following
CHE 325 MEDICATIONS 3
CHE 327 MEDICINAL PLANT CHEMISTRY 2
CHE 406 ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY 3
CHE 427 CANNABIS ANALYSIS 2
CHE 472 BIOCHEMISTRY II 3
Required Credit Hours Outside the Major (21-22 credit hours): Select three MAT courses, with MAT 161 and 162 being mandatory for the MATH requirement
MAT 161 CALCULUS I 4
MAT 162 CALCULUS II 4
MAT 263 CALCULUS III 4
MAT 202 INTRODUCTION TO LINEAR ALGEBRA 3
MAT 311 INTRODUCTORY PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS 3
PHY 111 UNIVERSITY PHYSICS I 5
PHY 112 UNIVERSITY PHYSICS II 5
All College Electives
21-24 credit hours 21-24
Total Credit Hours 120