Chemical/Physical Sciences, AS
Chemistry is the study of the properties of and interactions between matter and energy. Chemistry is a science central to all other fields of science and is a necessary background for the study of pharmacy. Physics is the study of the science of matter and energy, and their properties and interactions in fields including mechanics, acoustics, optics, heat, electricity, magnetism, radiation, and atomic and nuclear science. Physics is the science of how things work. This degree program is designed to transfer to the majors of chemistry, pharmacy, or physics.
This program is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Requirements may be updated prior to the start of the Fall 2024 semester. Students completing this program should consult a counselor or advisor to develop their degree plan and for registration advice.
Associate of Science
Required Courses
| BIO 101 | Cellular Biology | 4 |
| CHM 120 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM 130 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHM 220 | Organic Chemistry I | 5 |
| CHM 230 | Organic Chemistry II | 5 |
| ENG 110 | College Writing I | 3 |
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| ENG 160 | College Writing & Research | 4 |
| MATH 160 | Calculus 1 & Analytic Geometry | 5 |
| MATH 162 | Calculus 2 & Analytic Geometry | 5 |
| PHY 221 | Engineering Physics I | 5 |
| PHY 222 | Engineering Physics II | 5 |
| | Second Level English/Communication | 3 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts | 6 |
| | Political Science | 3 |
| | Social Science | 6 |
| | Wellness/Physical Education | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 65
Transfer Notes: Chemistry majors have options to concentrate in either general chemistry, biochemistry, geochemistry, business-oriented chemistry, or secondary education/chemistry. The biochemistry option requires additional biology courses.
Pharmacy majors should consult with a counselor or advisor for transfer options.
Physics majors may concentrate in either general physics or biophysics. Physics majors should complete mathematics courses through the calculus sequence.
Kalamazoo Valley also offers an Associate of Applied Science in chemical technology. Students who complete the chemistry course sequence of CHM 120, CHM 130, CHM 220, and CHM 230 should consult with a counselor or advisor regarding the option of completing the AAS degree.