Department website: http://www.atu.edu/cmp

The general option in chemistry at ATU is designed for students seeking a broad and flexible understanding of chemistry, making it suitable for a variety of career paths or further studies. This option includes core courses in organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry, along with foundational laboratory experiences that develop essential experimental and problem-solving skills. Unlike more specialized tracks, the general option allows students to explore a wider range of electives, enabling them to tailor their studies to their interests, whether in environmental science, materials chemistry, or interdisciplinary fields. This pathway is ideal for students who want a solid chemistry background while keeping their career options open, whether in education, industry, technical fields, or professional programs like law, business, or healthcare. The general chemistry option provides students with a versatile foundation that balances theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for diverse opportunities in science and beyond.

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See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements". A specific general education core course does not have to be taken in the semester listed, any other part of the general education core at any time is acceptable as well.

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Science electives from BIOL, GEOL, PHYS, PHSC (excluding BIOL 1014 Introduction to Biological Science,PHSC 1013 Introduction to Physical Science and PHSC 1021 Physical Science Laboratory), and excluding CHEM.

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German, Statistics, and Technical Communications are encouraged. (Electives must include sufficient upper-division courses to result in 40 upper division hours) (upper division = 3000-4000 level).

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Excluding CHEM 1113 A Survey of Chemistry and CHEM 1111 Survey of Chemistry Laboratory.

• Mastery of Basic Chemistry Content: Students completing the program will be able to demonstrate competency and understanding of the basic concepts found in chemistry including nomenclature, structures, basic reactions, equilibria and basic energy changes during reactions.
• Mastery of Advanced Chemistry Concepts: Students will master advanced topics including kinetics, thermodynamics, green chemistry and atomic and molecular spectroscopies.
• Laboratory Skills: Students will become proficient in lab skills such as lab safety, record keeping, experimental design, data analysis, computational chemistry and the choosing of appropriate instrumentation.
• Chemical Science Advocacy & Communication Skills: Students will become proficient in conducting literature searches, data interpretation, teamwork and making presentations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Students will be able to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze, interpret, and solve real-world challenges.

For program assessment visit: https://www.atu.edu/assessment/program_assessment.php