Department Information
Department of Chemistry
PO Box 70695
Phone: (423) 439-4367
Web Address: www.etsu.edu/cas/chemistry/
In the simplest of terms, chemistry is the science of matter. Anything that can be touched, tasted, smelled, seen, or felt is made of chemicals. Chemists are the people who transform the everyday materials around us into amazing things. Some chemists work on cures for cancer while others monitor the ozone layer protecting us from the sun. Still others discover new materials to make our homes warmer in the winter, or new textiles to be used in the latest fashions. There are a multitude of careers available to chemists including positions in industry, academics, government, and medical careers.
This is a joint concentration with the Department of Biological Sciences and Chemistry (College of Arts and Sciences) and the Department of Biochemistry (Quillen College of Medicine) for the Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences. Students may major in either Biology (Biochemistry concentration) or Chemistry (Biochemistry concentration), but cannot double major with the same concentration of Biochemistry. Coursework is required in both departments. The Chemistry Department’s Biochemistry concentration is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and as such it is subject to change upon notice from the ACS. The student should consult frequently with an advisor to ensure completion of the major in a judicious manner.
Advising
All Chemistry Majors who have NOT completed at least 60 credits should seek advisement with Ashley Dickson in the ARC (Culp Center 222):
Please make appointments via the Center for Advising and Student Excellence (CASE) with Ms. Dickson at dicksonad@etsu.edu; (423) 439-5602.
All Chemistry Majors who have completed at least 60 credits should seek advisement through the Chemistry Faculty Advisors.
Students with last name starting with A through F should contact:
Greg Bishop; bishopgw@etsu.edu
(423) 439-6914
Students with last name starting with G through M should contact:
Paula Moody; moodypj@etsu.edu
(423) 439-6912
Students with last name starting with N through Z should contact:
Robert Standaert; standaert@etsu.edu
(423) 439-4367
All Honors students should contact Abbas Shilabin shilabin@etsu.edu; (423) 439-6917 for advising.
Transfer Students
Transfer students majoring in Chemistry should contact the Center for Advisement and Student Excellence (CASE) for advising as soon as possible. This will ensure that the student’s previous work will be coordinated efficiently with ETSU requirements.
For general information about the department or courses, contact Dr. Robert Standaert, Department Chair at standaert@etsu.edu or (423) 439-4367.
Degree Requirements: 120 credits
| General Education |
41-42 credits |
| Major Total Requirement |
71-76 credits |
| Major Core |
(14 credits) |
| Concentration |
(57-62 credits) |
| Free Electives |
2-8 credits |
| TOTAL |
120 credits |
Suggested Four-Year Program of Study: CHEM-BS (BOCC)
College of Arts and Sciences : Visit link to view the complete list of B.S. degree requirements.
General Education Requirements
These requirements include earning 41-42 credits in Communication, Humanities and Fine Arts, Social and Behavior Sciences, History, Natural Sciences and Mathematics categories.
Major Specific courses listed in General Education Requirements:
Additional Information
Click here to view Degree and Graduation Requirements for all ETSU students.
CSCI 1100 or Proficiency Exam: Must be completed to meet Bachelor’s Degree Requirements.
Most minors range from 18-24 credits. Those few minors with more than 24 credits may affect the number of free electives allowed.
Additional coursework in Chemistry is recommended.
Approved students may enroll in one of the following courses in the Department of Biochemistry (Quillen College of Medicine) during their last semester of coursework:
- BIOC 5100 - Protein Structure and Function (3 credits)
- BIOC 5350 - Molecular Immunology (3 credits)
- BIOC 5600 - Genetics and Molecular Biology (4 credits)
- BIOC 5700 - Macromolecular Interactions (3 credits)
A research experience is strongly advised for students with good academic records, especially those planning advanced study. The student should consult with an advisor concerning research opportunities. The following courses are recommended:
- (2 credits)
- (1-5 credits)
- BIOC 4900 - Special Topics in Biochemistry(1-4 credits)
- (1-3 credits)