The B.S. degree is certified by the American Chemical Society. To enter one of these programs, students should have completed a minimum of two years of high school algebra, one-half year of trigonometry, one year each of chemistry and physics, and three or four years of a modern language. Those who have not had the high school mathematics are advised to take a semester of precalculus mathematics in preparation for Mathematics M215. Students who plan to complete a bachelors degree in four years are advised to take Chemistry C105, C125, C106, C126, and Mathematics M215, M216 during their freshman year. The IUSB Chemistry Department has newly renovated, modern teaching and research laboratories.
Students begin to use instrumental methods for chemical studies in their freshman year.
Research in Chemistry All IUSB chemistry majors are strongly encouraged to become involved in research projects during their undergraduate studies. Research experience helps students to improve their creativity and independence, and for many IUSB chemistry graduates their research training has been directly useful in their careers. Students are invited to consult with individual faculty members regarding their research interests. In addition, the Chemistry Department offers a seminar program which brings together students, faculty members, and guest speakers from other universities and from industry to discuss aspects of their research. All students are encouraged to attend these seminars, which supplement formal classroom training.