B.S. in Chemistry:: Polymer Track
Polymers (or plastics) are important materials used in every day life in the US. Historical discoveries in polymer science include the synthesis, characterization, and application of vulcanized rubber, nylon, polyethylene (plastic bottles), Kevlar (bullet-proof vests), polyester, etc. The search for new polymers (e.g. synthetic skin, electrically conductive plastics, light-emitting displays, etc) to advance science within society is still continuing. The School of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Georgia Tech offers excellent interdisciplinary training for the next generation of polymer chemists. The BS in Chemistry (polymer option) consists of a fundamental chemistry courses combined with polymer science and engineering coursework offered jointly by the Schools of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, and Polymer, Textile and Fiber Engineering. . Graduates of the BS in Chemistry (polymer option) are equipped to pursue successful careers in research, continue their education with graduate studies in chemistry or allied disciplines, or take positions in industry or governmental organizations. This degree is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Typical Program of Study:
| 1st Year |
GEN CHEM 1310 (4) MATH 1501 (4) ENGL 1101 (3) CS 1301 (3) HPS 1040 (2) |
INORG. CHEM 1311 (3) CHEM 1312 (1) MATH 1502 (4) ENGL 1102 (3) BIOL 1510 (4) |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Year | CHEM 1313 (3) CHEM 2311 (3) MATH 2401 (4) PHYS 2211 (4) HIST 2111 or 2112 or POL 1101 or INTA 1200 or PUBP 3000 (3) |
CHEM 2312 (3) CHEM 2380 (2) PHYS 2212 (4) Social Sci. Elective (3) Humanities Elective (3) |
| 3rd Year |
CHEM 3411 (3) CHEM 3111 (3) CHEM 3380 (3) Social Sci. Elective (3) Humanities Elective (3) |
CHEM 3412 (3) CHEM 3481 (2) CHEM 3211 (5) Social Sci. Elective (3) Free Elective (3) |
| 4th Year | CHEM 4681 (4) CHEM 3511 or 4511(3) CHEM 4775(3) Polymer Elective** (3) |
CHEM Elective* (3) CHEM 4776 (3) Free Elective (9) |
TOTAL = 120 Plus 2 Hours for HPS
*CHEMISTRY ELECTIVES
CHEM 3482, 4311, 4341, 4401, 4452, 4511, 4512, 4521, 4581, 4582, 4601,
4740, 4760, 4775, 4776, 4803, 4804, Note: CHEM 3511 is not allowed with
CHEM 4511 or 4512
**POLYMER ELECTIVES
The Polymer Elective may be fulfilled by Polymer Courses in Science and Engineering at the 3000 level or higher. We note that the Chem 4775 and 4776, Polymer Science and Engineering I and II are co-listed with CHE, TFE, MSE and ME.