Learning Goals for the Undergraduate Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts (General Concentration) Degrees:
Students will:
Demonstrate general knowledge in chemistry and will be able to apply chemical and physical principles in the solution of qualitative and quantitative chemical problems.
Understand the interplay of observational data, hypotheses, and hypothesis-driven experimentation through application of the scientific method.
Become proficient in chemical laboratory techniques and be able to apply these to practical and current problems in research.
Be able to read and critically evaluate the chemical and scientific literature.
Learn to present scientific data clearly and effectively through both written and verbal communication.
Points Of Note About UVM Undergraduate Chemistry:
The UVM Chemistry Program has specific, small courses designed for chemistry and biochemistry majors:
Introductory Chemistry - 1st year:
CHEM 35 General Chemistry for Majors 1 — maximum enrollment 50
CHEM 36 General Chemistry for Majors 2 — maximum enrollment 50
Organic Chemistry - 2nd year:
CHEM 143 Organic Chemistry for Majors 1 — maximum enrollment 32
CHEM 144 Organic Chemistry for Majors 2 — maximum enrollment 24
Advanced upper-level laboratory courses for majors that are unique to UVM Chemistry