2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 22, 2024  
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Chemistry Department


Gregory D. Phelan, chair
Bowers Hall, Room 38
(607) 753-4323
Fax: (607) 753-5928
 

Email: chemistry.department@cortland.edu     
www.cortland.edu/chemistry/

School

Arts and Sciences

Faculty

David Collins, Karen Downey, Gregory D. Phelan, Frank Rossi, Michael Von Tersch

Adjunct Faculty

For a listing of adjunct faculty see the Faculty and Administration  section.

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12)

Majors Offered

Chemistry
Adolescence Education: Chemistry (7-12)
Chemistry leading to the 3+2 Engineering Program

Concentration Offered

Environmental Science

Minors Offered

Chemistry

Description

Study of chemistry prepares students for laboratory, sales and management positions in industry; for advanced study in all fields related to chemistry; for teaching careers in chemistry and related sciences. Students use modern chemical instrumentation and are actively involved in research projects. Learning proceeds through a balance of theoretical (classroom) and practical (laboratory) experiences. The chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society. 

Special Features

  • Small classes, personal attention
  • Student use of the most modern instruments and methods
  • Extensive laboratory experience
  • Opportunities to cooperate with faculty in original research
  • Excellent record of graduate school placements and fellowships

Requirements

  1. Degree requirements listed in this catalog  apply to all of the majors offered by this department. 
  2. Liberal Arts Requirements: B.A. – 90 credit hours;
    B.S. – 60 credit hours.