Chemistry
Associate Degree Program
If understanding the composition and properties of substances and the elementary forms of matter interests you, then the Chemistry program at Delaware Tech will give you the skills needed to work as a chemical technician in a laboratory setting. You will learn how to follow basic safety procedures, prepare laboratory solutions, analyze samples using common qualitative and quantitative techniques, and use and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
Chemical, pharmaceutical and related industries employ scientists at all degree levels in research, production, and quality control laboratories, and in customer service and related areas. Upon completing the program, you will be prepared to apply your knowledge of science and mathematics in a professional laboratory setting where you will integrate scientific knowledge, laboratory skills, and critical thinking to solve chemical problems.
Offered at the following campus(es): Stanton
What You Can Do
In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:
- Chemistry technician
- Research technician
- Environmental Chemistry technician
What You Will Learn
Program Graduate Competencies
The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.
- Apply knowledge of the theories and principles of chemistry.
- Follow safety procedures.
- Perform basic laboratory operations and techniques.
- Keep a laboratory notebook following standard laboratory practices and present data in an organized written format.
- Prepare common laboratory solutions.
- Prepare and purify samples using common techniques.
- Communicate in a professional manner.
- Analyze samples by common qualitative and quantitative techniques.
- Use and maintain common laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Apply mathematical concepts to the solution of scientific problems.
Core Curriculum Competencies
The Core Curriculum Competencies listed below identify what you will be able to do as a graduate, regardless of your program of study. You will acquire these core competencies through general education courses and program-specific coursework. You will be expected to use relevant technology to achieve these outcomes:
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Pathway to Graduation
Semester 1
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SSC 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 |
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| MAT 183 | Reasoning with Functions I | 5 |
| Or | ||
| MAT 193 | Reasoning with Functions II | 4 |
| Or | ||
| MAT 281 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CHM 110 | General Chemistry | 4 |
| Or | ||
| CHM 111 | Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry | 4 |
| PSY 121 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Or | ||
| SOC 111 | Sociology | 3 |
Semester 2
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| MAT 193 | Reasoning with Functions II | 4 |
| Or | ||
| MAT 281 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Or | ||
| MAT 282 | Calculus II | 4 |
| CHM 150 | Chemical Principles I | 5 |
| PHY 205 | General Physics I | 4 |
| Or | ||
| PHY 281 | Physics I with Calculus | 4 |
Semester 3
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHM 240 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM 250 | Analytical Chemistry I | 5 |
| Elective | Program Elective | 3 |
| CHM 151 | Chemical Principles II | 5 |
Semester 4
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHM 241 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHM 251 | Analytical Chemistry II | 4 |
| Elective | Program Elective | 3 |
| PHY 206 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Or | ||
| PHY 282 | Physics II with Calculus | 4 |
Program Electives (Choose 2)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 150 | Biology I | 4 |
| CPO 125 | Safety, Health & Environment | 3 |
| CPO 135 | Chem Proc Tech-Equipment | 3 |
| MAT 162 | Statistical Reasoning | 4 |
| MAT 281 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MAT 282 | Calculus II | 4 |
| RES 150 | Independent Study and Research I | 1 |
| And | ||
| RES 200 | Independent Study and Research II | 1 |
| And | ||
| RES 250 | Independent Study and Research III | 1 |
To complete program requirements, you must pass the above courses and earn at least 60 credits. The number of courses and credits required for graduation may be more depending on college readiness and the elective courses offered in your program major (if electives are a part of the program). If there is an “or” statement or program elective choice, please consult your program advisor. All students pursuing articulations should also see a program advisor. DTCC students intending to transfer to University of Delaware (UD) through a connected degree are advised to confirm their admission eligibility directly with UD as some grade and GPA restrictions apply.
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This program is offered at the Stanton campus.
This program is offered at the Stanton campus.
Lakshmi Cyr
Department Chairperson, Instructional Director
lcyr@snsxedu.net
(302) 453-3791
This program is offered at the Stanton campus.