Chemistry Department

The Chemistry Department at Ohlone College offers general and organic chemistry for science majors, pre-professionals, and engineering majors. Other courses satisfy the general ed requirements, prepare students for general chemistry and the nursing program, and give a basic chemical training to help students understand the modern world.

Chemistry Degree and Certificates

Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree and Transfer Major

• Chemistry A.S. Degree and Transfer Major - The Associate of Science Transfer Degree in Chemistry offered by Ohlone College is designed to prepare students for studying Chemistry at most universities. The core courses required in the AS Degree in Chemistry will fulfill the lower division requirements for most campuses of the UC and CSU systems. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundation in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Furthermore, the theoretical knowledge and laboratory skills acquired by students in this program will also enhance their success with obtaining entry-level jobs that require two years of college-level science and math.

Certificate of Accomplishment

• Chemistry Lab Skills: Basic Certificate of Accomplishment (PDF) - The certificate in Basic Chemistry Lab Skills emphasizes basic laboratory skills, plus experience with distillation, refluxing, purification techniques, melting point determinations, and hands-on use of FTIR. Ideal for the students seeking a research internship, this certificate demonstrates advanced skill and the ability to work independently in both organic and inorganic lab settings.
• Chemistry Lab Skills: Advanced Certificate of Accomplishment (PDF) - The certificate in Advanced Chemistry Lab Skills emphasizes basic laboratory skills, plus experience with distillation, refluxing, purification techniques, melting point determinations, and hands-on use of FTIR. Ideal for the students seeking a research internship, this certificate demonstrates advanced skill and the ability to work independently in both organic and inorganic lab settings.

A Certificate of Accomplishment is also known as Fast-Track Certificate; formerly known as Certification of Completion.

Review a sample listing of Courses for this major. Review academic requirements in the Catalog and in the Curriculum Guides. All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review academic program requirements and/or have questions answered.

Related Information at Ohlone

• Chemistry Learning Center
• Klent Chemistry Lab
• Biology
• Biotechnology
• Chemical Technology
• Math

Division

Science, Technology, and Engineering Division.

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