Welcome to the Associate of Science Degree (Chemistry)

The Physical Science Degree is designed to give the student breadth in the physical sciences while providing considerable strength in one of the specialized physical science fields. The lower-division program is virtually the same as that taken in the first two years of college by a chemistry, physics, or geology major. A major in physical science can serve as preparation for further study in technical fields and serves as an excellent background for professional training in law, business, medicine, or education. Use the scientific method and appreciate its importance to the development of scientific thought. Demonstrate critical thinking and analyze physical systems in terms of scientific concepts. Document and communicate their work effectively. The student will apply principles of molecular nature of matter and its changes (chemical reactions, electron configuration, electronic trends). The student will apply rules of nomenclature for naming chemical compounds. The student will apply spectroscopic techniques for structural determination of organic compounds.