Degree: Bachelor of Science with a major in Chemistry/Secondary Education
College: Arts and Sciences
Department: Chemistry and Physics
Contact: Dr. Jerome Mullin (Chair) jmullin@une.edu
Chemistry and physics are fundamental sciences that touch every aspect of our lives and the world around us. Chemistry is the study of matter: its chemical and physical properties, the chemical and physical changes it undergoes, and the energy changes that accompany those processes. Chemistry often is referred to as the central science; it rests upon the foundation of mathematics and physics and in turn is the essential basis for the life sciences such as biology and medicine. Chemistry is largely an experimental science, and has applications in such diverse areas of research as the development of new drugs, the search for solutions to problems of environmental pollution, and the derivation of alternative energy sources. Much cutting-edge research in biology and medicine is being carried out at the level of atoms and molecules, the particles of matter upon which the study of chemistry is based.
Physics, too, is the study of matter and energy, viewed from a different perspective. To understand living systems and the universe in which we live requires an understanding of the chemical and physical principles that operate within them.
In addition to offering majors in chemistry, chemistry/secondary education, biochemistry and laboratory science, and a minor in chemistry, the department fills a significant role for students in other programs through its introductory courses in chemistry and physics. Because of the fundamental roles of chemistry and physics in the biological, environmental, and health sciences, students in these programs benefit from the conceptual, quantitative, problem-solving, and communication skills stressed in the introductory courses, which form the foundation for later courses in the students' majors.
The bachelor of science degree in chemistry/secondary education is designed for students who wish to become middle or high school teachers of the physical sciences. While providing a solid foundation in the important areas of chemistry, this program includes extensive coursework in education, which, when combined with the secondary teaching internship, will result in State of Maine teacher certification upon completion of the degree program. This program is approved by the State of Maine Board of Education. The program provides a sufficiently strong chemistry base that graduates will be well-prepared for entry-level laboratory positions and also for entry into programs of advanced study.
Preferred conditions for entry into the chemistry major are completing of at least three years of high school mathematics and three years of high school science, including biology, chemistry and physics. See Undergraduate Admissions also.
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| University Core Requirements. |
42-43 |
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| Program Required Courses |
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| CHE 110 - General Chemistry I |
4 |
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| CHE 111 - General Chemistry II |
4 |
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| CHE 210 - Organic Chemistry I |
5 |
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| CHE 211 - Organic Chemistry II |
5 |
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| CHE 280 - Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry | 2 | |||
| CHE 307 - Quantitative Analysis |
5 |
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| CHE 310 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry* |
4 |
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| CHE 327 - Applied Physical Chemistry** |
3 |
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| MAT 190 - Calculus I (included in univerisity core requirements) |
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| MAT 195 - Calculus II |
4 |
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| PHY 110 - Physics I*** |
4 |
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| PHY 111 - Physics II**** |
4 |
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*(CHE 350 + CHE 351) may be substituted for CHE 310 ** (CHE 370 + CHE 371) may be substituted for CHE 327 *** PHY 210 may be substituted for PHY 110 |
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| Flexible Program Required Courses |
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| Select a minimum of two courses below, at least one of which must be a CHE course. Consult with your academic advisor for approval for selection of advanced CHE courses not listed below. | ||||
| CHE 309 - Introduction to Instrumental Analysis, or |
4 |
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| CHE 351 - Biochemistry II: Bioenergetics and Metabolism, or |
3 |
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| CHE 371 - Physical Chemistry II, or |
3 |
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| CHE 405 - Medicinal Chemistry, or |
3 |
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| CHE 420 - Spectroscopic Methods of Structural Analysis or |
3 |
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| ENV 230 - Environmental Geology or |
4 |
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| BIO 360 - Oceanography |
4 |
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| Sub Total of Flexible Program Required Courses | 6-8 | |||
| Minimum Program Required Credits |
50-52 |
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| Education Required Courses |
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| EDU 105 - Introduction to Schools |
3 |
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| EDU 133 - American Education |
3 |
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| EDU 202 - Curriculum Theory and Design |
3 |
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| EDU 220 - Exceptionality in the Classroom |
3 |
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| EDU 430 - Educational Assessment and Evaluation |
3 |
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| EDU 437 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Science |
3 |
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| EDU 486- Secondary or Art Education Practicum |
1-4 |
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| EDU 492 - Secondary Internship or Seminar |
15 |
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| Minimum Required Education Credits |
34-37 |
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| Open electives courses (as needed to reach 126 credits) | variable | |||
| Minimum Required Total Credits |
126 |
A minimum grade of C- must be achieved in all required science and mathematics courses used toward graduation in chemistry, and a 2.00 cumulative grade-point average in the sciences is a requirement for graduation.
A student with a major in another department may minor in Chemistry with the permission of the Chemistry and Physics Department Chair. Twenty-three hours of course work is required for the Minor in Chemistry as specified below. This minor indicates a significant level of accomplishment in the important foundation areas of Chemistry.
CHE 110 General Chemistry I 4 cr
CHE 111 General Chemistry II 4 cr
CHE 210 Organic Chemistry I 5 cr
CHE 211 Organic Chemistry II 5 cr
CHE 307 Quantitative Analysis 5 cr
The chemistry course grade point average must be maintained at 2.00 (C) or better. Please note that this minor will not certify the student in secondary education.
Department of Chemistry and Physics Faculty
| Mullin, Jerome (Chair) Ph.D., University of New Hampshire-Analytical Chemistry; B.S., LeMoyne College-Chemistry. |
Professor | |
| Bilotta, Paul M.S., University of Tennessee- Analytical Chemistry; B.S. Merrimack College – Chemistry. |
Laboratory Instructor | |
| Callahan, Dan (Laboratory Coordinator) M.S., Naval Post-Graduate School-Environmental Science and Meteorology; B.S., California State Polytech University-Chemistry. |
Lecturer | |
| Deveau, Amy Ph.D., University of Virginia-Chemistry; B.S., Stonehill College-Chemistry. |
Assistant Professor | |
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Stubbs, John |
Assistant Professor | |
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Sweezy, Mark |
Assistant Professor | |
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Syvinski, Christopher M.S., Clarkson University- Chemistry; B.S., Clarkson University- Chemistry. |
Laboratory Instructor | |
| Vesenka, James Ph.D., University of California, Davis-Physics; M.S., University of California, Davis-Physics; B.A., Clark University-Physics/Chemistry. |
Associate Professor |
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This Catalog documents the academic programs, policies, and activities of the University of New England for the 2006-2007 academic year. The information contained herein is accurate as of date of publication August 1, 2006.
The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.
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