BACHELOR OF ARTS CHEMISTRY
(Suggested Eight-Semester Sequence)
First Semester
ENGL101
College Writing Skills (3)
MATH211
Analytical Geometry and Calculus I (4)
CHEM160
Principles of Chemistry I (4)
Core 2 (3)
TOTAL
14 sem. hrs.
Second Semester
ENGL102
Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3)
PHYS103
Physics I (4) or
PHYS203
University Physics I (4) and
PHYS205
Physical Measurements Laboratory I (1)
CHEM161
Principles of Chemistry II (4)
MATH212
Analytical Geometry and Calculus II (4)
TOTAL
16 sem. hrs.
Third Semester
PHYS104
Physics II (4) or
PHYS204
University Physics II (4) and
PHYS206
Physical Measurements Laboratory II (1)
CHEM220
Organic Chemistry I (4)
MATH260
Elements of Statistics (3)
Core 1 (3)
TOTAL
15 sem. hrs.
Fourth Semester
CHEM250
Quantitative Analysis (4)
CHEM221
Organic Chemistry II (4)
CHEM280
Laboratory Safety (1)
Core 5 (3)
Core 6 (3)
TOTAL
15 sem. hrs.
Fifth Semester
CHEM260
General Biochemistry (4)
CHEM530
Physical Chemistry I (4)
HPE Elective (3)
Core 4 (3)
Distribution 1 (3)
TOTAL
17 sem. hrs.
Sixth Semester
CHEM531
Physical Chemistry II (4)
Core 3 (3)
Distribution 2 (3)
Free Electives (6)
TOTAL
16 sem. hrs.
Seventh Semester
Free Electives (15)
TOTAL
15 sem. hrs.
Eighth Semester
Free Electives (12)
TOTAL
12 sem. hrs.
PRE-PHARMACY TRANSFER PROGRAM
Successful completion of the program outlined below should be sufficient for
consideration for admission to most schools of pharmacy. However, early in
his/her program of study the student should consult with their pre-pharmacy advi-
sor and contact the specific schools he/she wishes to enter to obtain specific
requirements of those institutions.
Admissions Requirements
Although the only requirement for admission to the Pre-Pharmacy program is
admission to the University, students who meet a higher standard and finish the
required curriculum with at least a 3.0 average are assured admission to the
Doctor of Pharmacy program at LECOM. For selection to that program a student
should score at least 1100 on the SAT or 24 on the ACT, and complete high school
in the top 25 percent of their class with an average of at least 3.2 out of 4.0.
First Semester
ENGL101
College Writing Skills (3)
MATH107
Precalculus (4)
CHEM160
Principles of Chemistry I (4)
BIOL103
Principles of Biology (4)
PSYC101
General Psychology (3)
TOTAL
18 sem. hrs.
Second Semester
ENGL102
Specialized College Writing and Research Skills (3)
MATH211
Analytical Geometry/Calculus (4)
CHEM161
Principles of Chemistry II (4)
PHYS103
Physics I (3)
TOTAL
18 sem. hrs.
Third Semester
CHEM220
Organic Chemistry I (4)
BIOL300
Genetics (4)
COMM107 Public Speaking (3)
ECON200
Principles of Economics (Macro) (3)
Distribution 1 (3)
TOTAL
18 sem. hrs.
Fourth Semester
CHEM221
Organic Chemistry II (4)
BIOL305
Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
MATH260
Elements of Statistics (3)
Arts and Humanities Elective (3)
Social Science Elective (3)
TOTAL
16 sem. hrs.
Bachelor of Science in Education Degree
Secondary Education Chemistry
Students preparing to teach chemistry in secondary schools are cooperatively
advised by members of the Chemistry and Secondary Education faculty. Details
of this program are given in the Secondary Education section.
Geosciences Department
FACULTY: Baher A. Ghosheh, Jeffrey J. Gryta, David Hurd, Henry Lawrence,
Richard E. Lindenberg, Kerry A. Moyer, Laurie A. Parendes, Timothy C. Pitts,
Eric Straffin, John C. Tomikel, Dale Tshudy, Brian Zimmerman
The Department of Geosciences offers five degree programs in geography, geol-
ogy, and environmental studies. In addition, the department supports degrees in
elementary and secondary education. The department operates the University
Planetarium for University classes, for K-12 school programs, and hosts pro-
grams for the community.
Students interested in the earth sciences may pursue a Bachelor of Science degree
in Geology leading to a professional career in geology. The Bachelor of Arts
degree in Earth Sciences provides a broad based exposure to the earth sciences
with fewer related requirements in math and science. A career in environmental
science with a concentration in geology is possible with the Bachelor of Science
in Environmental Science/Geology. The department offers a Bachelor of Arts in
Geography for students seeking a career as a professional geographer. The
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies/Geography provides a program for
students seeking a career in an environmentally related field.
The Department of Geosciences provides coursework necessary to complete
degrees in elementary education and secondary education (earth and space sci-
ence, social studies, and general science). These programs are administered by the
School of Education. Students interested in a career in teaching should refer to
the Elementary Education Department or Educational Services Department sec-
tion of this catalogue.
The Geosciences Department offers a broad range of courses for students major-
ing in other curricula. Typical of courses selected for general education are cours-
es in geography such as GEOG101 World Geography, GEOG130 Cultural
Geography, GEOG145 Environmental Issues, GEOG245 Conservation of Natural
Resources, GEOG230 Societal Issues, or GEOG260 Geography of the United
States and Canada. Courses selected for general education in the earth sciences
102/Curricula and Organization