1. Major Academic Plan (MAP)
Associate in Arts & Sciences
BS in Chemistry with Pre-Med/Pre-Dent/Pre-Vet Option
(134 credits)
Department of Chemistry/Biochemistry
College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Why study chemistry?
Chemistry is often referred to as the central science because of the way that it brings together mathematics, physics and computer science with biology, medicine, environmental science, forensic science, and earth science. It can involve either basic or applied studies in the broad areas of physical, organic, analytical, inorganic, or biochemistry. Understanding chemistry is fundamental to understanding the physical world around us.
This course of study is recommended for students planning on a career in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine. The option also satisfies requirements for graduate study in related fields of chemical and biological integration. With respect to medical/dental/veterinary school, coursework outlined for the initial three years is specifically designed to meet basic entrance requirements as well as provide optimum preparation for pre-entrance aptitude examination.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate a knowledge of major concepts in the areas of inorganic, organic, analytical, and physical chemistry
Demonstrate sufficient preparation in chemistry to successfully compete in a science-related career;
Demonstrate a capacity to use modern instrumentation and classical techniques for the analysis and or separation of chemicals and an ability to interpret data;
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and critical thinking skills as related to the field of chemistry;
Demonstrate knowledge of safe practices in the handling, usage and disposal of chemicals.
Department Chair
Dr. Robin McRae
SCI 206
Cheney, WA 99004
Department Assistant
Margaret Cox
SCI 206
Cheney, WA 99004
Sample Careers
Professional Chemist
Ph.D. in Chemistry

2. AA-DTA Degree Requirements with Suggested Classes that Fulfill EWU Prerequisites/Requirements
BIG BEND C.C. COURSE
E.W.U. COURSE EQUIVALENT
ENGLISH (10 credits)
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5)
ENGL 101 College Composition: Exposition and Argument (5)
ENGL& 102 Composition II (5) OR
ENGL 201 Advanced Academic Research Writing
ENGL 201 College Composition: Analysis/Research/Documentation (5)
QUANTITATIVE SKILLS (5 credits)
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5)
MATH 141 Precalculus I (5)
HUMANITIES (15 credits)
Consult your advisor for course options.
SOCIAL SCIENCES 15 credits)
MATH/SCIENCE (15 credits)
CHEM& 161 General Chem. I w/Lab (5)
CHEM 151 General Chemistry (5)
BIOL& 221 Majors Ecology/Evolution (5)
BIOL 171 Biology I (5)
MATH& 142 Precalculus II (5)
MATH 142 Precalculus II (5)
SPECIFIED ELECTIVES (10 credits)
BIOL& 222 Majors Cell/Molecular+ (5)
BIOL 172 Biology II (5)
BIOL& 223 Majors Organismal Phys. (5)
BIOL 173 Biology III (5)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH & WELLNESS (3 credits)
GENERAL ELECTIVES (12 credits)
CHEM& 162 General Chem. II w/Lab (5)
CHEM 152 General Chemistry (5)
CHEM& 163 General Chem. III w/Lab (5)
CHEM 153 General Chemistry (5)
The courses listed below transfer to satisfy EWU Graduation Requirements and can be taken before or during the major programs:
Cultural Diversity (one course)
ENGL 261 Women’s Literature (5)
HUM 214 Diversity Issues: Race, Class and Gender (5)
SOC 204 Gender and Power (5)
International Studies (one course)
HIST 121 History of Mexico (5)
PHIL 250 Asian Philosophy (5)
POLS& 203 International Relations (5)
REL 201 World Religions (5)
SOC& 201 Social Problems (5)