The environmental chemistry program at Saint Vincent College seeks to provide students with a solid foundation in environmental chemistry set in the broad context of the liberal arts. We provide our graduates with knowledge of chemical principles, laboratory skills, communication skills and research experience so that they can pursue a career in environmental chemistry.
Majoring in environmental chemistry is an ideal start to your career in the sciences. The many opportunities available at Saint Vincent College during your college years will ensure success after graduation.
Environmental Chemistry Major Requirements (73 credits)
BL 150,152 General Biology I and II - 6 credits
CH 101-102 General Chemistry I, II - 6 credits
CH 103-104 General Chemistry Laboratory I, II - 2 credits
ES 150 Earth Systems Science - 3 credits
ES 152 Earth Systems Science Laboratory - 1 credit
CH 216 Quantitative Analysis- 3 credits
CH 218 Quantitative Analysis Laboratory - 1 credit
CH 221-222 Organic Chemistry I, II - 6 credits
CH 223-224 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I, II - 2 credits
CH 228 Introduction to Biochemistry - 3 credits
CH 231-232 Physical Chemistry I, II - 6 credits
CH 233 Physical Chemistry I Laboratory - 1 credit
CH 242 Instrumental Analysis - 2 credits
CH 276 Advanced Environmental Chemistry -23 credits
CH 277 Methods of Environmental Analysis - 2 credits
CH 282 Advanced Physical Methods - 2 credits
CH 301 Research Laboratory - 2 credits
CH 300, 302 Research Seminar I, II - 2 credits
MA 111-113 Calculus I, II, III - 12 credits
PH 111-112 General Physics I, II - 6 credits
PH 113-114 General Physics Laboratory I, II - 2 credits
Recommended Core Curriculum courses:
SO 161 Environmental Sociology - 3 credits
PS 390 Environmental Law - 3 credits
EL 111 Green Writing: Literature and the Environment - 3 credits
Electives (3 credits)
Our environmental chemistry program provides graduates with a solid basis for a successful career in the field. After graduating from Saint Vincent College, our students have gone on to: