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Program Objectives

The B.S. in Chemistry prepares students for a career as a professional chemist, investigating the composition, structure, properties and change of matter. Chemistry mainly studies interactions and transformations between atoms and molecules. Chemistry is also a central science because it bridges other sciences such as physics and biology. Furthermore, chemistry is the foundation for scientists and engineers to improve the life of humankind.

Students and/or graduates of the program will strive for success in the following objectives: Research-based Inquiry: Students employ research methods appropriate to their disciplines; Ethical Conduct: Students demonstrate professional and civic responsibility, including respect for all individuals; Creativity: Students use heuristics to evaluate, analyze and synthesize innovative solutions to existing and emerging problems.

Learning Outcomes

The B.S. in Chemistry is constructed to provide students the fundamental knowledge and laboratory skills to enter the workforce at different levels. The degree emphasizes a quantitative methodological approach to chemistry. By the end of the course, students should be able to meet the following learning outcomes: Explain atomic structure and write chemical formula for simple compounds; Perform chemical calculations systematically using dimensional analysis or multiplication by one; Calculate moles, molecular and empirical formula of a compound from basic principles; Balance chemical equations; Identify various types of chemical reactions and apply the concept of limiting reagent to calculate percentage yield of products; Apply various gas laws and the first law of thermodynamics to chemical problems; Calculate the energy changes in chemical reactions; Explain the quantum mechanical basis for the sub-structure of the atom; Write the electronic configuration for the elements in the periodic table; Draw the Lewis dot structures for simple molecules; Use VSEPR to predict shapes of molecules and whether a molecule will have a dipole moment; Identify sigma and pi bonds and explain the hybridization of the molecules; Describe the differences in bonding patterns between solids, liquids, and gases; Predict changes in freezing point, elevation in boiling point and osmotic pressure when a solute dissolves in a pure solvent.

Which department am I in?

Jordan Hu College of Science and Liberal Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
US$32,528.00 per year
This fee is for 23-24 and subject to change for the upcoming year.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

21 January 2025

Venue

Jordan Hu College of Science and Liberal Arts

Cullimore Hall, Room 207,

University Heights,

NEWARK,

New Jersey,

07102, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

All students who apply to NJIT must submit an official high school transcript in English. When evaluating your application for undergraduate admission, we are interested in understanding how you challenged yourself relative to the curriculum that was available at your school and the trends in your performance - especially your grades in math, science, and English.

Your completed coursework should include English Composition, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Chemistry and Physics. We also consider the GPA that is indicated on your high school transcript. We look for students in the top 25 percent of their class. For schools that don't use a ranking system, we consider a 3.0 GPA or higher to be equivalent.

English Language Requirement:

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Duolingo or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required of all applicants whose first language is not English. The minimum score required is 79 for the Internet-based TOEFL exam, 213 for the computer-based TOEFL exam, 550 for the paper TOEFL exam, 6.0 for the IELTS exam or 100 for the Duolingo exam. In addition, you will take a placement test in English Composition when you arrive on campus.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About New Jersey Institute of Technology

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