Academic
Catalog August 2007 - August 2008 Undergraduate
and Graduate
To earn this degree, complete at least 120 units of coursework, which we describe in the sections that follow:
at least 35 units of liberal studies requirements Be aware that you may not use courses with a CHM prefix to satisfy these liberal studies requirements.
at least 55 units of major requirements
at least 18 units of minor requirements
elective courses, if needed, to reach an overall total of at least 120 units
Be aware that some courses required for your degree may have prerequisites that you must also take. Check the courses in the appropriate subject. (You may be able to count these prerequisites toward your liberal studies or general elective credit.)
Please note that you must complete NAU’s diversity requirements by taking two 3-unit courses, one in ethnic diversity and one in global awareness. These courses may be used to meet other requirements within your academic plan if you choose them carefully. Click here for a list of the available diversity courses.
Also be aware that NAU requires that at least 30 units of the courses you take for your degree must be upper-division courses (those numbered 300 and above).
Additionally, you should know that you may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement; however, you must still meet the total of at least 120 units to graduate. Contact your advisor for details.
Finally, because some professional programs have requirements exceeding our degree requirements, you should consult with your academic advisor or the director of Biomedical Professions Program (see the heading Biomedical Professions near the end of this catalog) to ensure that you meet those requirements as well.
Complete the following 55 units:
CHM 151, 151L, 152, 152L, 235, 235L, 238, and 341 (20 units)
BIO 181:181L (4 units)
BIO 182 or 205 (4 units)
MAT 136 and 137 and PHY 161, 161L, and 262 (15 units)
(PHY 262L is not required.)
one of CHM 300W or ENG 302W or 305W, each of which meets NAU’s junior writing requirement (3 units)
at least two courses from CHM 408C or 485C, 497C, and 498C, which together meet NAU’s senior capstone requirement (3 units)
6 additional units of nonduplicating chemistry courses
Complete a minor of at least 18 units from those described in this catalog. In consultation with your advisor, you should select a minor that’s appropriate for your career aspirations and educational needs. Your minor advisor will advise you about this part of your academic plan.
Additional coursework is required, if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you. (Please note that you may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren’t used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.)
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