CHM 130 First-year Chemistry Colloquium

This course will introduce Chemistry and Forensic Chemistry majors to topics related to the practice of chemistry as a profession. Students will learn details and background material that will enable them to understand the significance of current research projects and internships that are ongoing in the department. Students will gain practical information about how to become a lab assistant, a research assistant, an intern, and the importance of networking at regional and national meetings. Discussion topics will also include issues of current interest to chemists including environmental chemistry, chemistry of new materials, nuclear chemistry, and electrochemistry. 1 three-hour class period.

1 credit hour