Chemistry Major
Contact Information
Dr. Karen Carey
731-424-3520 ext. 302
kcarey@jscc.edu
Program and Career Description
The Associate of Science in Chemistry is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of the bachelor’s degree in a community college setting. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with chemistry faculty and have ample access to science labs. Careers in the field of chemistry typically require a bachelor’s degree or higher with top-paying jobs requiring a Ph.D. A variety of career opportunities are available in research and development or in laboratories in private industry, government agencies, and in universities.
| Career | Beginning Salary Range with a Bachelor’s Degree | Experienced Salary Range | Projected % Job Growth Through 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemists | $31,375 to 38,410 | $52,840 to $89,745 | 5% |
| Chemical Technicians | $22,700 to $27,700 | $35,200 to $49,800 | 7% decline |
Statistics are based on state averages from the Tennessee Career Information Delivery System.
http://www.tcids.tbr.edu/ Salaries are not guaranteed.
Transfer Options
At Jackson State, we work hard to make sure you graduate with your associate’s degree and arrive at a university prepared to start junior-level courses. That’s why we have special articulation agreements with Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) schools that allow students completing the Associate of Science in Chemistry degree to transfer as juniors. TBR universities with chemistry degrees include:
Other schools in West Tennessee offering chemistry degrees include the University of Tennessee at Martin, Lambuth University, , Lane College, Freed Hardeman University, and Union University. Students transferring to one of these colleges may require additional hours before becoming a junior.
Accreditation Information
Jackson State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Program Requirements
(Students may require additional Basic and Developmental courses.)
Communication Requirement (All required)
ENGL 1010 English Composition I
ENGL 1020 English Composition II
SPE 211 Fundamentals of Speech
Choose THREE Humanities Courses (One must be a literature Course)
ART 1010 Art History I
ART 1020 Art History II
ART 1030 Art Appreciation
COM 1030 Intro to Film
ENGL 2111 American Lit: Pre-Colonial - 1865
ENGL 2121 American Lit: 1865 - Present
ENGL 2210 British Lit: Beginnings - 1785
ENGL 2220 British Lit: 1785 - Present
ENGL 2310 World Lit: Beginnings - 1650
ENGL 2320 World Lit: 1650 - Present
HUM 1010 Introduction to the Humanities I
HUM 1020 Introduction to the Humanities II
MUS 1030 Music Appreciation
PHIL 1030 Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 2110 Introduction to Ethics
THEA 1030 Introduction to Theatre
Choose TWO Social and Behavioral Science Courses
ECO 211 Principles of Macroeconomics
ECO 212 Principles of Microeconomics
GEO 201 Survey of World Regions
PHED 2050 Health and Wellness
POLS 1100 U.S. Government and Politics I
POLS 1200 U.S. Government and Politics II
PSY 101 General Psychology I
PSY 102 General Psychology II
SOC 201 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 202 Social Problems
Choose TWO History Courses (American History is required for TBR Schools.)
HIST 1110 Survey of World Civilizations I
HIST 1120 Survey of World Civilizations II
HIST 2010 Survey of American History I
HIST 2020 Survey of American History II
Natural Science Courses
CHEM 1110 General Chemistry I
CHEM 1120 General Chemistry II
Mathematics Course
MATH 1910 Calculus I
Major Required Courses
CHEM 2010 Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2020 Organic Chemistry II
PHYS 2110 Calculus Based Physics I
PHYS 2120 Calculus Based Physics II
Two hours from General Education Mathematics Course
The Associate of Science Chemistry Major requires 60 college level credits. Some courses have prerequisites and co-requisites. See JSCC Academic Catalog and Student Handbook for further information.
Sample Schedule
| First Year | Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| HIST | History Course | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 |
| First Year | Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1120 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| ENGL 1020 | English Composition II | 3 |
| MATH 1910 | Calculus I | 4 |
| HIST | History Course | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 17 |
| Second Year | Fall Semester | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 2010 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| ENGL | Literature Course | 3 |
| PHYS 2110 | Calculus Based Physics I | 4 |
| Social and Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 14 |
| Second Year | Spring Semester | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 2020 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| MATH | Mathematics Course | 2 |
| PHYS 2120 | Calculus Based Physics II | 4 |
| SPE 211 | Fundamentals of Speech | 3 |
| Total Credits | 13 |