Chemistry: Computational Chemistry
Computational chemistry uses computer models and simulations to solve complex chemical problems. Often working with enormous amounts of data, computational chemists apply models and algorithms to find patterns, inform processes, and extract useful data for wider applications.
There are parallels between computational chemistry and computer science; professionals in the field often work closely together. This field is important to drug development, analytical chemistry, and process development, with numerous opportunities in pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.
In addition to majoring or minoring in general chemistry, students also have the option to choose another concentration for the chemistry major:
Learn how to:
Demonstrate mastery of computational chemistry foundations and applications
Effectively communicate data and information to the scientific community through written and oral formats
Demonstrate and share ethical values of scientific research, as well as chemistry’s impact on the environment and society
Apply program knowledge to real world questions and issues
Recognize interdisciplinary relationships between chemistry and other basic sciences including biology, physics, biophysics, material sciences, biochemistry, nanotechnology, and mathematics
Think critically and analytically on investigation and interpretation of experimental results
Solve problems of a chemical nature through application of knowledge of experimental approaches
Apply knowledge to connect solutions and approaches to new problems
In the computational chemistry concentration, you’ll learn how to integrate chemical theory and modeling with experimental observations through use of statistics, mathematical algorithms, and large databases. You’ll also gain skills to create models and simulations of physical and chemical processes.
750+ Course Options
The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Chemistry major, students must be enrolled and in good academic standing. It also helps if you’re excited about and interested in a career in science!
Program Requirements
To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among:
General Education Requirements, or GERs
- Core major courses
Supporting major courses
Electives
General Education Requirements (GERs)
All students must complete 40 GER credits. In addition, all science majors must also take these courses to satisfy GERs.
MATH 131 (College Algebra for science majors)
BIOL 106 (Fundamentals of cell biology) and
CHEM 101 - General Chemistry (Prerequisite MATH 131)
Learn more about the program courses you may take as part of the Computational Chemistry concentration.
Core Courses (44 credits)
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 102 | 4 | General Chemistry II |
| CHEM 205 | 4 | Quantitative Analysis |
| CHEM 307 | 5 | Organic Chemistry I |
| CHEM 308 | 5 | Organic Chemistry II |
| CHEM 310 | 4 | Instrumentation |
| CHEM 313 | 4 | Biochemistry |
| CHEM 400 | 4 | Physical Chemistry for Computational Chemistry |
| CHEM 409 | 4 | Thermo and Kinetics |
| CHEM 403 | 1 | Seminar I |
| CHEM 404 | 1 | Seminar II |
| CHEM 450 | 4 | Phytochemistry |
| CHEM 490 | 4 | Polymer Chemistry |
Supporting Courses (28 credits)
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 103 | 4 | Botany |
| CHEM 450 | 4 | Inorganic Chemistry |
| PHYS 303 | 4 | Mechanics and Dynamics |
| PHYS 304 | 4 | Heat, Electricity, and Magnetism |
| MATH 132 | 4 | Pre-Calculus |
| MATH 201 | 4 | Calculus I |
| MATH 202 | 4 | Calculus II |
Electives (9 credits)
| Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 470 | 3 | Toxicology |
| CHEM 410 | 3 | Forensic Chemistry |
| CHEM 409 | 3 | Independent Research |
Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.
Sample Degree Plan
This plan is only for example purposes. Your academic journey may be slightly different from another student’s, so be sure to always communicate with your academic advisor before finalizing your course schedule.
Fall Semester (15 credits)
Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
ENGL 101 | 3 | English Composition I |
PSYC 201 | 3 | General Psychology |
MATH 131 | 3 | College Algebra |
HIST xxx | 3 | History I Course |
PHIL 102 or PHIL 103 | 3 | Introduction to Logic or Philosophy |
Spring Semester (18 credits)
course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
MATH 132 | 4 | Pre-Calculus |
BIOL 106 | 4 | Cell Biology |
CHEM 101 | 4 | General Chemistry I |
MISY 150 | 3 | Tech Fluency |
HIST xxx | 3 | History II Course |
Fall Semester (16 credits)
Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
ENGL 102 | 3 | English Composition II |
ANTH 207 | 3 | Anthropology |
WLIT 207 | 3 | World Literature |
BIOL 103 | 4 | General Botany |
HEED 1xx | 3 | Personal Health |
Spring Semester (15 credits)
Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
CHEM 102 | 4 | General Chemistry II |
MATH 201 | 4 | Calculus I |
IDIS 102 | 3 | Music and Dance |
CHEM 290 | 3 | Computational Chemistry |
Fall Semester (17 credits)
Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
CHEM 307 | 5 | Organic Chemistry |
PHYS 303 | 4 | Mechanics and Particle Dynamics |
CHEM 205 | 4 | Quantitative Analysis |
MATH 202 | 4 | Calculus II |
Spring Semester (17 credits)
course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
CHEM 308 | 5 | Organic Chemistry II |
PHYS 304 | 4 | Heat and Electricity |
CHEM 310 | 4 | Instrumentation |
CHEM 313 | 3 | Biochemistry |
Fall Semester (12 credits)
Course | credits | name |
|---|---|---|
CHEM 403 | 1 | Seminar in Chemistry I |
CHEM 410 | 4 | Forensic Chemistry |
CHEM 450 | 3 | Phytochemistry |
CHEM 490 | 3 | Polymer Chemistry |
Spring Semester (12 credits)
Course | credits | Name |
|---|---|---|
CHEM 409 | 3 | Thermo and Kinetics |
CHEM 408 | 1 | Seminar in Chemistry II |
CHEM 400 | 4 | Physical Chemistry for Comp |
CHEM 405 | 4 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry |
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Chemistry lives in the Department of Natural Sciences in the School of Arts & Sciences within the College of Arts & Sciences, and Education.