Chemistry Minor

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The Chemistry minor provides a broad and general exposure to the traditional areas of the chemical sciences. This minor is a natural companion to careers in biology, physics, geology, environmental science, genetics, science education, etc. A science minor is an excellent credential in the eyes of future employers and enhances opportunities for students interested in medical, allied health or other professional schools.

Total Minor Credit Hours: 27

Minor Core Credit hours: 18

CHM 2045 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHM 2045L - General Chemistry I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHM 2046 - General Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
CHM 2046L - General Chemistry II Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHM 2210 - Organic Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHM 2210L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credit(s): 2
CHM 2211 - Organic Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
CHM 2211L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II Credit(s): 2

Minor Elective Credit hours: 9

BCH 3053 - General Biochemistry Credit(s): 3
BCH 4033 - Advanced Biochemistry I Credit(s): 3
BCH 4034 - Advanced Biochemistry II Credit(s): 3
BCH 3023L - Basic Biochemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 2
CHM 3120C - Elementary Analytical Chemistry Credit(s): 4
CHM 3610 - Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHM 3610L - Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHM 4060 - Use of Chemical Literature Credit(s): 1
CHM 4230 - Spectroscopic Analysis of Organic Compounds Credit(s): 3
CHM 4274 - Introduction to Drug Discovery Credit(s): 3
CHM 4292 - Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHM 4300 - Biomolecules I Credit(s): 3
CHM 4307 - Bio-Organic Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHS 4301L - Clinical Laboratory Credit(s): 2
CHM 4410 - Physical Chemistry I Credit(s): 4
CHM 4410L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 1
CHM 4411 - Physical Chemistry II Credit(s): 4
CHM 4413 - Biophysical Chemistry Credit(s): 3
CHM 4455 - Chemistry of High Polymers Credit(s): 3
CHM 4970 - Undergraduate Research Credit(s): 1-3
CHM 4932 - Selected Topics in Chemistry Credit(s): 1-3
CHS 4300 - Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry Credit(s): 3

GPA requirement

A 2.0 GPA is required for the minor.

Grading Requirement

A grade of C- (1.67) or better is required for each course in the Chemistry minor. Courses in the Chemistry minor must be taken with letter grade (A, B, C, D, F, I), except those courses which are graded S/U only. A maximum of 3 credits of S/U coursework may be counted toward the minor.

NOTE: Some USF courses have higher grade criteria to meet prerequisite knowledge necessary for progression into higher level courses.

Other Requirements

Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences, Medical Technology majors and environmental Chemistry majors are not eligible for the minor in Chemistry.

Students must complete a minimum of 6 credits and two courses exclusive to the minor that will not count toward the student’s major or other minors. These credits/courses must be completed at USF and must be upper level courses.

Advising Information

USF students schedule advising appointments online through USF Archivum Platform. Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each semester to discuss courses planning, degree progression, and career preparation.

Tampa campus website: https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/students/academic-advising/index.aspx

For questions, email Chemadvise@usf.edu.

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