Applied Chemistry (BS)
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry presents an interdisciplinary curriculum that aspires to develop in the student the fundamental skills for the application of the principles and theories of chemistry in industry and research laboratories. Prepares the student in the areas of applied chemistry and research.
Every student must take the credits required in one of the submajors: Forensic Chemistry, Nanotechnology or Biochemistry. Submajors allow to expand the areas of research and application, according to the student's field of interest.
The Ponce Campus is authorized to offer this program.
Program Goals
- Provide technical and scientific knowledge for the development of analytical skills and critical thinking.
- Promote research and its application in the areas of forensic chemistry, nanotechnology or biochemistry.
- Develop an ethical attitude in the exercise of their profession.
Program Objectives
- Know the theoretical and practical foundations of applied chemistry.
- Use scientific research in the development of critical and analytical thinking.
- Display ethical values and commitment to the environment through the development of activities.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
The Program is designed to develop the skills that allow the student:
Knowledge
- Know the theoretical and practical foundations in pure and applied sciences.
- Understand instrumental methodologies and their importance in chemical transformations and processes.
- Identify trends and characteristics of chemical systems in the laboratory, industry and the environment.
Skills
- Analyze substances through physicochemical, biological and instrumental methods to determine their structure and composition.
- Apply the scientific method to solve problems in the areas of chemistry and study submajors.
- Write and submit scientific reports.
Attitudes
- Demonstrate responsibility and commitment to the development of the profession.
- Value teamwork and ethical principles that apply to discipline and research.
Admission Requirement
- Have a minimum high school general grade index of 2.50 or equivalent.
Graduation Requirement
The student of the Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Chemistry must pass the core and major courses with a minimum grade of C.
Requirements for the Bachelor Degree in Sciences in Applied Chemistry
| General Education Requirements |
45 credits |
| Core Requirements |
42 credits |
| Major Requirements |
37 credits |
| Submajor Requirements |
12-14 credits |
| Elective Courses |
3 credits |
| Total |
139 - 141 credits |
General Education Requirements - 45 credits
Forty-five (45) credits are required as explained in the General Education Requirements of the Undergraduate programs section. Students are exempted from taking courses in the category of Scientific and Technological Context. In the Historical and Social Context category, only two courses will be taken, one of which will be the GEHS 2010 course. Students who have obtained a score equal to or greater than 520 in the area of Mathematical achievement in the PAA test of the College Board will be exempted from taking the GEMA 1200 course and would take MATH 1511.
Core Requirements - 42 credits
Major Requirements - 37 credits
Submajors Requirements 12-14 credits
Requirements for the Submajor in Biochemistry
Courses for the Submajor in Biochemistry
Requirements for the Submajor in Forensic Chemistry
Courses for the Submajor in Forensic Chemistry
Requirements for the Submajor in Nanotechnology
Courses for the Submajor in Nanotechnology