A minor in chemistry requires a minimum of six courses with a minimum grade of C in each course. An interdisciplinary course of study serves those students intending to pursue careers in biochemistry, human and veterinary medicine, food and agricultural chemistry, and medical technology, as well as numerous other professional health-related areas. A student may qualify for certification as a secondary-school chemistry teacher. The student should maintain close contact with both the chemistry and education departments to assure completion of major requirements and requirements for teacher certification by the State of Illinois. The state has identified the chemistry major as a discipline that requires a second teaching field.
Typical fields are physics, biology, and general science.
This is an excellent combination for students interested in technical sales, marketing, or management, all careers with excellent opportunities. See listings in the Center for Business and Economics for the minor in business administration. Course Offerings One unit of course credit equals four semester hours. CHM 100 Chemistry in the Natural World Designed to give non-science majors an understanding of the basic chemical principles of life processes, food additives, plastics, drugs, energy, materials production, and pollution. Includes laboratory and field trips.