Chemistry, B.S., Forensic Concentration

Department Contact:

Chair: Dr. Pedro L. Muíño, pmuino@francis.edu, 814-472-3084
Coordinator: Dr. Rose Clark, rclark@francis.edu, 814-472-2814

Program Description:

The Chemistry major follows a curriculum that helps students acquire a strong foundation in basic concepts and principles of modern chemistry while gaining an appreciation of chemistry’s central role in society. All courses are taught and all research is facilitated by faculty members who are generous with their time and knowledge. Students can expect individual attention in their small lecture and laboratory classes. The course work is designed to help the student develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, laboratory, computer, data acquisition and analysis, and research skills needed to be successful in their future endeavors. Forensic chemistry prepares students to work in a crime laboratory. The primary job requirements will involve operating analytical instrumentation to identify and quantitate materials from a crime scene.

Estimated Completion Time:

Typically 4 years of full-time study

Total Credits Required:

128 credits