Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

For more information about degree offerings by the faculty of chemistry and biochemistry, visit the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry webpage.

All of the curricula in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry emphasize laboratory experience and culminate in a senior research project. This active involvement in the field provides experiences and a learning environment designed to stress both the conceptual basis and the experimental nature of the discipline.

The Department offers three options for students interested in the fields of chemistry or biochemistry. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)  degree provides the opportunity to develop a broad background in chemistry within the framework of a liberal arts education. It is appropriate for students who wish to understand the basics but do not anticipate a career as a research chemist. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees consist of courses in chemistry, physics, mathematics, writing and humanities. The curricula provide a firm foundation for graduate or advanced professional study. Two degrees are available: a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (B.S.C.)  and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (B.S.B.) . With appropriate selection of electives, both programs lead to a degree approved by the American Chemical Society. The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (B.S.C.)  can be tailored to suit interests in environmental chemistry, advanced materials, applied chemistry, and health (pharmaceutical), as well as traditional chemistry. The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (B.S.B.)  emphasizes chemistry and biology at the molecular level. It is well suited to students who anticipate graduate work in the biochemical or health sciences, or plan to pursue a professional degree program (medical or dental).

Upon completion of the B.A. or B.S. program, students will have developed a set of core skills which they use in approaching the fundamental concepts. These include:

• Conducting meaningful and successful experiments,
• Communicating results,
• Thinking critically,
• Acting ethically, and
• Extending results through lifelong learning.

Students majoring in chemistry or biochemistry with an interest in a foreign language may choose to earn dual degrees through the International Engineering/Science and Language Program .

Teacher Certification

Students seeking secondary teacher certification in chemistry should consult their academic advisors to determine subject area courses that are appropriate and the Oklahoma State Department of Education regarding alternative certification.

Programs

• Biochemistry, B.S.B.
• Chemistry, B.A.
• Chemistry, B.S.C.

• Chemistry Minor

Courses

• CHEM 0123 Principles of Chemistry
• CHEM 1004 Chemistry in Medicine
• CHEM 1011 General Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM 1013 General Chemistry I
• CHEM 1021 General Chemistry II Laboratory
• CHEM 1023 General Chemistry II
• CHEM 1053 Cuisine Chemistry
• CHEM 1091 Introduction to Biochemistry
• CHEM 1991 Introduction to Chemistry
• CHEM 2023 Chemical Concepts of Energy Technology
• CHEM 2024 Energy Technology for the Future
• CHEM 2041 Brewing Science Laboratory
• CHEM 2043 Introduction to Brewing Science
• CHEM 2101 Sophomore Seminar
• CHEM 3011 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM 3013 Organic Chemistry I
• CHEM 3021 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
• CHEM 3023 Organic Chemistry II
• CHEM 3031 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
• CHEM 3032 Molecular Modeling
• CHEM 3033 Physical Chemistry I
• CHEM 3043 Brewing Laboratory Science
• CHEM 3062 Internship
• CHEM 3101 Junior Seminar
• CHEM 4013 Organic Spectroscopy
• CHEM 4021 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II
• CHEM 4023 Physical Chemistry II
• CHEM 4043 Inorganic Chemistry
• CHEM 4053 Environmental Chemistry
• CHEM 4081 Analytical Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM 4083 Analytical Chemistry I
• CHEM 4093 Polymer Chemistry
• CHEM 4101 Inorganic Synthesis and Characterization
• CHEM 4131 Biochemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM 4133 Biochemistry I
• CHEM 4143 Biochemistry II
• CHEM 4163 Chemistry of Cooking
• CHEM 4173 Applications of Brewing Laboratory Science
• CHEM 4181 Analytical Chemistry II Laboratory
• CHEM 4183 Analytical Chemistry II
• CHEM 4193 Chemical Nanotechnology
• CHEM 4213 Medicinal Chemistry
• CHEM 4223 Electrochemistry
• CHEM 4233 Neurochemistry
• CHEM 4243 Chemistry of Art Conservation
• CHEM 4273 Forensic Chemistry
• CHEM 4323 Chemical Kinetics
• CHEM 4861-4 Special Topics in Chemistry
• CHEM 4871 Senior Seminar I
• CHEM 4872 Introduction to Research
• CHEM 4961 Senior Seminar II
• CHEM 4962 Senior Project
• CHEM 4981-3 Undergraduate Research
• CHEM 4991-3 Independent Study
• CHEM 5113 Physical Organic Chemistry
• CHEM 5123 Advanced Physical Chemistry
• CHEM 5143 Biochemistry of Cell Fate
• CHEM 5153 Materials Chemistry
• CHEM 5193 Biochemistry of Disease
• CHEM 5213 Clinical Biochemistry
• CHEM 5243 Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• CHEM 5253 Analytical Separations
• CHEM 5263 Analytical Spectroscopy
• CHEM 5283 Biochemistry of Nutrition
• CHEM 5293 Biochemistry of Cancer
• CHEM 5313 Biochemistry of Nutraceuticals
• CHEM 5863 Advanced Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry