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Example Course Plans

Chemistry Course Plan (first 4 semesters)

This is an example course plan. Please work with your faculty advisor to develop a four year graduation plan. The following checklists will be useful. Chemistry Major Requirements andBiochemistry Major Requirements.


As an IWU student, it is your responsibility to track your progress each semester towards completing graduation requirements using the MyIWU degree audit tool.

Fall Semester*

Spring Semester

Summer

  • Optional

* Students with AP credit (with a score 4 or 5) in Physics, Calculus, and/or Chemistry may consult with the Chemistry Department Chair about having some requirements waived.

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Additional Information

  • Students must complete two semesters Calculus and a Physics sequence before taking the required Physical Chemistry sequence.  Students who have scored a 4 or 5 on the Calculus BC Advanced Placement exam should consult with the Chemistry Department Chair to discuss mathematics options.
  • Sophomores who wish to research for credit are advised to register for CHEM 399.
  • Juniors and seniors may register for either CHEM 399 or 499. Please consult your research advisor. Two semesters of CHEM 499 (0.5 units each) can be combined to obtain a Writing Intensive flag in the major (W) and 1.0 unit of an upper level course.
  • Chemistry students are strongly encouraged to participate in research as part of their education. It is never too early to talk to faculty and learn about becoming involved.

Biochemistry Course Plan

Fall Semester*

Spring Semester

* Students with AP credit (with a score 4 or 5) in Physics, Calculus, and/or Chemistry may consult with the Chemistry Department Chair about having some requirements waived.

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

 

Pre-Med Tracks

Pre-Med Biochemistry

Pre-Med Chemistry

 

Pre-Engineering Tracks

Pre-Engineering - Bio-Medical

Pre-Engineering - Chemical

 

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Ram Mohan - Wendell and Loretta Hess Endowed Professor of Chemistry and Chair of Chemistry

Department - Chemistry