BS in Chemistry
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program is designed to provide students with an excellent foundation in chemistry. It equips them with the necessary laboratory skills and scientific training needed in the competent practice of the chemistry profession. Lectures, seminars, and laboratory classes are geared toward problem evaluation and decision-making. Courses in the humanities and social sciences are integrated to provide the perspective that will direct scientific efforts toward national concerns. The new curriculum has been designed to offer stronger preparation for the professional chemist licensure examination.
Employment opportunities for chemists are available in the industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Positions range from research and development, quality control and regulations, sales, marketing and support, and manufacturing. As chemists, graduates can also create jobs through the vast market of consumer goods or touch lives as educators and researchers in academia
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
A graduate of the programme is qualified to be a Professional Chemist upon passing the Licensure Exam for Chemists given by the Professional Regulation Commission of the Philippines.
INDUSTRY
Employment opportunities are available as a laboratory chemist in industries that deal with chemicals, food and beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, oil and petroleum, mineral and metals, textile, agricultural products, pulp and paper, analytical chemistry services, quality control, and research and development.
GOVERNMENT
Government agencies which have departments that necessitate the services of a chemist such as in crime laboratories for forensic analysis in the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). They can also serve as laboratory assessors of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). They may also work as a research scientist or chemical analyst in the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Health (DOH), and the Department of Agriculture (DA)
听ACADEME
The graduates of the programme can also pursue graduate studies (Masters or Doctoral degrees) and be employed in academic institutions.
听ALLIED FIELDS
Employability and career opportunities are also available in the following allied fields:
Marine Science, Geological Sciences, Physics, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Agricultural Science, Chemical Engineering, Forensic Science, and Environmental Science.
ADMISSION CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS
Admission policies for the BS Chemistry program follow that of the admission for the University as seen on the website: /admissions/undergraduate/freshmen-procedures/
An applicant must be any of the following:
- Grade 12 students who are expected to graduate at the end of the Academic Year 2022-2023;
- Students who graduated from Grade 12 (local or abroad) in AY 2021-2022 or earlier and have not taken any college course from any university;
- Passer of the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT), Alternative Learning System (ALS), or Non-Formal Education Accreditation and Equivalency (NFEA&E) Program following DepEd regulations and therefore certified eligible for admission to college/tertiary level;
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) result holder, AP result holder, IB Diploma/IB Certificate holder, or A Level certificate holder who has met the听开元真人 criteria.听All results and certificates will be subject to evaluation.
PROGRAMME GOALS
听The BS Chemistry program is committed to producing highly knowledgeable, skilled, and competent chemists. Guided by 开元真人鈥檚 Vision-Mission and core values, its goals are to produce graduates who are
- Compliant with the current requirements for professional chemists for local and overseas employment
- Competent to conduct scientific research, pursue higher studies in chemistry and related fields or apply chemistry to entrepreneurial activities.
- Committed individuals in the responsible practice of the Chemistry Profession who use their training to direct scientific efforts toward addressing national concerns
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
A graduate of the program is expected to possess:
- Chemistry Knowledge. Demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge and understanding in the core areas of chemistry: inorganic, organic, physical, biological, analytical chemistry and its foundational sciences.
- Laboratory Skills. Apply appropriate chemistry laboratory methods and equipment in performing chemical analysis
- Technology and Digital Skills. Make use of appropriate information technology for chemistry learning and research.听
- Collaboration. Demonstrate leadership and capacity to work within multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams.
- Socio-Ethical Professionalism. Act with social, legal and ethical responsibility in the practice of the profession.
- Communication Skills. Communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino.
- Critical Application of Chemistry. Conduct research applications of chemistry principles to generate relevant scientific data (PQF level 6 descriptor).听
- Lasallian Philosophy. Practice the Lasallian core values of faith, service and communion in everyday life.
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL BENCHMARKS/REFERENCES
The 开元真人 BS Chemistry Programme is compliant to the Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 47 series 2017. This sets the Policies, Standards and Guidelines (PSG) for the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Program.
Employability of the graduates of the programme is ensured by the PSG as it is harmonized with the Philippine Qualification Framework (PQF) and the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework as well as other International Qualifications Framework.
The PSG is also benchmarked with the American Chemical Society (ACS) 鈥� approved programmes and the Chemistry Eurobachelor programme.
OUTLINE OF PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND CONTENT
| 听COURSES | BS CHEMISTRY AT 开元真人听 | CHED Minimum Requirements for BS Chemistry (CMO NO. 47 S 2017) |
| General Education Courses | 36 units | 36 units |
| Lasallian Core Curriculum | 9 + (3)* | – |
| Foundation Courses | 11 | – |
| Chemistry Core Courses | 69 | 54 |
| Electives | 9 | 6 |
| Thesis + Practicum | 6 | 6 |
| Other Science Courses | 23 | 14 |
| Physical Education | 8 | 8 |
| National Service Training Program (NSTP) | (6)* | 6 |
| Total Number of Units | 171 + (9)* | 130 |
Note:听 Units in parentheses refer to non-academic units.
Chemistry and Elective Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | No. of Units |
| KEMPRN1 | Principles of Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| KEMPRN2 | Principles of Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| LBYKM11 | Principles of Chemistry 1 laboratory | 1 |
| LBYKM12 | Principles of Chemistry 2 laboratory | 1 |
| KEMINO1 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 |
| KEMORG1 | Organic Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| LBYKM31 | Organic Chemistry 1 laboratory | 2 |
| KEMANA1 | Analytical Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| LBYKM21 | Analytical Chemistry 1 Laboratory | 2 |
| KEMORG2 | Organic Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| LBYKM32 | Organic Chemistry 2 Laboratory | 2 |
| KEMANA2 | Analytical Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| LBYKM22 | Analytical Chemistry 2 laboratory | 2 |
| KEMBIO1 | Biochemistry 1 | 3 |
| LBYKM41 | Biochemistry 1 laboratory | 1 |
| KEMINO2 | Inorganic Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| KEMORG3 | Organic Chemistry 3 | 3 |
| KEMANA3 | Analytical Chemistry 3 | 3 |
| LBYKM23 | Analytical Chemistry 3 laboratory | 1 |
| KEMBIO2 | Biochemistry 2 | 3 |
| KEMPYS1 | Physical Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| LBYKM51 | Physical Chemistry 1 Laboratory | 1 |
| LBYKM42 | Biochemistry 2 laboratory | 1 |
| KEMPYS2 | Physical Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| LBYKM52 | Physical Chemistry 2 laboratory | 1 |
| KEMPYS3 | Physical Chemistry 3 | 3 |
| KEMRESC | Chemistry Research | 2 |
| KEMSEMI | Chemistry Seminar | 1 |
| KEMESS1 | Essential Chemistry 1 | 1 |
| KEMESS2 | Essential Chemistry 2 | 1 |
| KEMESS3 | Essential Chemistry 3 | 1 |
| KEMELE1 | Chemistry Elective 1 | 3 |
| KEMELE2 | Chemistry Elective 2 | 3 |
| KEMELE3 | Chemistry Elective 3 | 3 |
| KEMINDS | Industrial Chemistry | 3 |
| Total | 78 | |
Practicum + Thesis
| Course Code | Course Title | No. of Units |
| PRCCHEM | Chemistry Practicum | 3 |
| THSCHYA | Thesis 1 | 1 |
| THSCHYB | Thesis 2 | 1 |
| THSCHYC | Thesis 3 | 1 |
| Total | 6 | |
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Foundation Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | No. of Units |
| MTH101A | Mathematics Foundation Course | 5 |
| BASPHYS | Physics Foundation Course | 3 |
| STT101A | Statistics Foundation Course | 3 |
| 听 | Total | 11 |
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Other Science Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | No. of Units |
| PHYS103 | Fundamentals of Waves and Optics | 3 |
| ELECP01 | Electronics for Physics 1 | 3 |
| LBYPH03 | Fundamentals of Physics Laboratory: Waves and Optics | 1 |
| LBYPH0C | Electronics Laboratory for Chemistry | 1 |
| STT151A | Chemometrics | 3 |
| MTH121A | Math Analysis 1 | 3 |
| MTH122A | Math Analysis 2 | 3 |
| MTH123A | Math Analysis 3 | 3 |
| MTH124A | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Total | 23 | |
General Education Courses
| NSTP101 | National Service Training Program 鈥� General Orientation | 0 |
| NSTPCW1/LT1/RO1 | CWTS Formation Phase/Military Science 1: ROTC Common Module | (3) |
| NSTPCW2/LT2/RO2 | CWTS Community Service Phase/ROTC Military Science 2: Service Oriented Module | (3) |
| GEFTWEL | Physical Fitness and Wellness | 2 |
| GEDANCE | Physical Fitness and Wellness in Dance | 2 |
| GESPORT | Physical Fitness and Wellness in Individual/Dual Sports | 2 |
| GETEAMS | Physical Fitness and Wellness in Team Sports | 2 |
| GEMATMW | Math in the Modern World | 3 |
| GELECAH | G.E. Arts and Humanities Elective | 3 |
| GELECST | G.E. Science and Technology Elective | 3 |
| GELECSP | G.E. Social Science/Philosophy Elective | 3 |
| GEUSELF | Understanding the Self | 3 |
| GEARTAP | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| GEETHIC | Ethics | 3 |
| GERIZAL | Life and Works of Rizal | 3 |
| GESTSOC | Science, Technology and Society | 3 |
| GERPHIS | Readings in Philippine History | 3 |
| GEWORLD | The Contemporary World | 3 |
| GEPCOMM | Purposive Communication | 3 |
| 听 | Total | 44+ (6) |
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Lasallian Core Curriculum
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
| LASARE1 | Lasallian Recollection 1 | 0 |
| LASARE2 | Lasallian Recollection 2 | 0 |
| LASARE3 | Lasallian Recollection 3 | 0 |
| LCLSONE | Lasallian Studies 1 | (1) |
| LCLSTWO | Lasallian Studies 2 | (1) |
| LCLSTRI | Lasallian Studies 3 | (1) |
| LCASEAN | The Filipino and ASEAN | 3 |
| LCENWRD | Encountering the Word in the World | 3 |
| LCFAITH | Faith Worth Living | 3 |
| SAS1000 | Student Affairs Services 1000 | 0 |
| SAS2000 | Student Affairs Services 2000 | 0 |
| SAS3000 | Student Affairs Services 3000 | 0 |
| Total | 9 + (3) |
Table 1. Matrix Showing Contribution of Each Course to Program Learning Outcomes
INTERNSHIPS, STUDENT EXCHANGES, STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
听Students of the BS Chemistry Programme have the opportunity to conduct internships with local and foreign companies and explore short-term study-abroad opportunities.
LOCAL/INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES/INSTITUTIONS
| Company/Institution | Years of Engagement |
| WTH Plant Based Corporation | 2022-2025 |
| SGS Philippines Inc. | 2022-2023, 2017-2018 |
| Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc.- Central Laboratory Services | 2022-2023, 2018-2019 |
| XPRT ANALYTICAL SERVICES Corporation | 2022-2023 |
| Technopark Industrial Laboratory, Inc. | 2022-2023 |
| Meyers Pharmaceuticals (PHIL.) Inc. | 2022-2023 |
| Leave A Nest Philippines, Inc. | 2022-2023 |
| Center for Skin Research, Testing, and Product Development Inc. | 2022-2023 |
| 开元真人-CIFa | Internal MOA |
| Department of Chemistry, College of Scienceb | Internal MOA |
| Selula Hayahgam Corporation | 2019-2020, 2017-2018 |
| Dynalab Corporation | 2018-2019, 2017-2018 |
| Center for Reliability Excellence Laboratories Corporation | 2018-2019 |
| Intertek Testing Services Philippines Inc | 2018-2019 |
| National Historical Commission | 2018-2019 |
| Nipa Brew Craft Beers | 2018-2019 |
| St. Luke’s Medical Center | 2018-2019, 2017-2018 |
| Calamba Medical Center | 2017-2018 |
| Davao Analytical Laboratories Inc. | 2017-2018 |
| Jefcor Laboratories Inc. | 2017-2018, 2016-2017 |
| KSK Food Products | 2017-2018 |
| Liwayway Marketing听 Corporation | 2017-2018 |
| Nanotech Analytical Services and Training Corp | 2017-2018 |
| Oxychem Corporation | 2017-2018 |
| Seaoil Philippines, Inc. | 2017-2018 |
| Shimadzu Philippines Corporation | 2017-2018 |
| The Medical City | 2017-2018 |
| UNILAB, Inc. | 2017-2018, 2016-2017 |
| Green Ops, Inc. | 2016-2017 |
| International Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2016-2017 |
| Pacific Paint (BOYSEN) Philippines, Inc. | 2016-2017 |
| Philippine National Museum | 2016-2017 |
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FOREIGN INSTITUTIONS WITH ACTIVE LINKAGES
The home college of the Department of Chemistry, the College of Science maintains active linkages with institutions in the country and abroad in the areas of joint research activities, publications, student exchange, academic staff exchange, seminars and conferences, resource sharing, double degree programs, PhD sandwich programs.
These institutions include:
Seoul National University, Korea
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
National Taiwan University
Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague
Chinese Academy of Sciences
Fukui University, Japan
Osaka University, Japan
Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom
Michigan State University, United States of America
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
LEGEND: Green – Chemistry Core Courses, Light Green – LaSallian Core Curriculum, Gray, General Education Courses, Pink – Foundation Courses
SPECIFICATIONS OF ALL COURSES IN THE PROGRAM听
Course Descriptions
Core Chemistry Courses
Level 1
| KEMPRN1 Principles of Chemistry 1, 3 units |
This course puts emphasis on the fundamental chemical concepts and inorganic structures. The topics to be discussed include: atomic and molecular structure, the Periodic Table and periodicity, mass relationships in chemical reactions; the properties of gases, liquids, and solids and chemical bonding and intramolecular forces. |
| LBYKM11 Principles of Chemistry 1 Laboratory, 1 units |
The Principles of Chemistry Laboratory introduces the student to the fundamental techniques and skills needed in the Chemistry Laboratory. It emphasizes the formation of proper practices and habits, including laboratory and chemical safety, waste minimization and proper and efficient use of resources, and the preparation of proper laboratory reports. It includes experiments and exercises illustrating the concepts covered in Principles of Chemistry 1. |
| KEMPRN2 Principles of Chemistry 2, 3 units |
This course continues the foundations of general chemistry covered in KEMPRN1. Topics include kinetics and reaction rates, chemical equilibrium, acid-base theories and applications, solubility equilibria and elementary chemical thermodynamics. |
| LBYKM12 Principles of Chemistry 1 Laboratory, 1 units |
A continuation of Principles of Chemistry Laboratory, this course covers experiments and exercises to supplement topics in Principles of Chemistry 2 including Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acids and Bases and Thermochemistry. The course also includes the qualitative analysis of cations and anions. |
| KEMINO1 Inorganic Chemistry 1, 3 units |
This course is devoted to the study of the principles and trends in the chemistry of the elements and the essentials of structure, bonding and reactivity of inorganic systems. Topics include electrochemistry, reduction-oxidation reactions, nuclear chemistry, descriptive chemistry of non-metals and metals. |
| KEMORG1 Organic Chemistry 1, 3 units |
This course is devoted to the study of the structure and stereochemistry, nomenclature, physical properties including infrared, nuclear magnetic and mass spectroscopic analysis, and synthesis and reactivity of organic molecules. Reaction mechanisms are discussed.听 The first course covers the alkanes, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, and epoxides. |
| LBYKM31 Organic Chemistry 1 laboratory, 2 units |
This laboratory course is designed to develop skills and techniques in handling organic compounds. The course includes the isolation and purification of organic compounds and classical organic analysis. It provides the basic concepts and techniques involved in the determination of physical properties of organic compounds, qualitative analysis of organic compounds, and the separation and purification of organic mixtures. |
| KEMANA1 Analytical Chemistry 1, 3 units |
This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the principles and practice of gravimetric and volumetric methods, potentiometry and spectrophotometry, analytical measurements and data analysis. |
| LBYKM21 Analytical Chemistry 1, 2 units laboratory |
This course applies sampling, calibration, errors and statistical analysis to chemical determinations. Specific volumetric and spectrophotometric analytical techniques covered include aqueous solution equilibria involving acids and bases, complex formation, redox reactions, and solubility equilibria. |
| KEMPYS1 Physical Chemistry 1, 3 units |
This course provides the foundation in chemical thermodynamics, physical and chemical equilibria, and an introduction to statistical thermodynamics. |
| LBYKM51 Physical Chemistry 1 laboratory, 1 unit |
This course applies the principles of thermodynamics, kinetics and spectroscopy in some illustrative experiments. It provides an interconnection between experimental observations and underlying theoretical principles in physical chemistry through a variety of physico-chemical measurement techniques. |
Level 2
| KEMINO2 Inorganic Chemistry 2, 3 units |
This course is a continuation of Inorganic Chemistry 1. It is devoted to the study of the principles and trends in the chemistry of the elements and the essentials of structure, bonding and reactivity of inorganic systems. Topics include bonding theories, symmetry and group theory, crystalline solids, and structure, electronic spectroscopy, and reactions of coordination compounds. Selected topics in organometallic and bioinorganic chemistry and catalysis are introduced. |
| KEMORG2 Organic Chemistry 2, 3 units |
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry 1. It is devoted to the study of the structure and stereochemistry, nomenclature, physical properties including infrared, nuclear magnetic and mass spectroscopic analysis, and synthesis and reactivity of organic molecules. Reaction mechanisms are discussed. The functional classes of alkenes, alkynes, aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids and derivatives, and amines are covered. |
| LBYKM32 Organic Chemistry 2 laboratory, 2 units |
This course illustrates various types of organic reactions and their application in organic synthesis. It is designed to develop skills and techniques in the synthesis and characterization of organic compounds, including selected spectroscopic methods. |
| KEMBIO1 Biochemistry 1, 3 units |
This course covers the fundamental aspects
of biochemistry: the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids and selected methods of analysis, as well as some processes involved in the flow of biological information. |
| LBYKM41 Biochemistry 1 laboratory, 1 unit |
This laboratory course includes experiments on isolation and qualitative and quantitative tests of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acid; preparation of buffer solutions, enzyme assay, and enzyme kinetics. |
| KEMANA2 Analytical Chemistry 2, 3 units |
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills for analytical separations and instrumental methods of analysis. Emphasis shall be placed on the principles of instrumentation, instrument components, the limitations of measurements, and the selection of appropriate techniques for specific analytical problems. |
| LBYKM22 Analytical Chemistry 2 laboratory, 2 units |
This course introduces chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques in chemical analysis. Methods include UV-visible spectroscopy, IR spectrometry, atomic absorption
and emission spectrometry and fluorescence- and phosphorescence-based methods; and liquid and gas chromatography. |
| KEMPYS2 Physical Chemistry 2, 3 units |
This course is a continuation of Physical Chemistry 1. It covers the application of chemical thermodynamics to physical and chemical equilibrium systems, electrochemistry, transport properties, chemical kinetics and surface chemistry. |
| LBYKM52 Physical Chemistry 2 laboratory, 1 unit |
A laboratory course covering experiments in electrochemistry, transference and conductance in electrolytic solutions, kinetics, absorption, polymer properties, radiochemistry and crystal structure. |
Level 3
| KEMANA3 Analytical Chemistry 3, 3 units |
This course is designed to deepen the knowledge and skills in analytical chemistry particularly in the evaluation and assurance of quality in analytical data. It includes the application of statistics for the results of the evaluation of the results of chemical analysis, as well as principles and methods of quality assurance applied to the analytical chemistry laboratory. It also presents the principles of sampling, sample preparation and calibration. |
| LBYKM23 Analytical Chemistry 3 laboratory, 1 unit |
This course encompasses a comprehensive approach in technical analysis, design and validation of experiments. The course is designed to hone the skills of chemistry students in laboratory techniques through the performance of industrial laboratory analyses and exposure to current good laboratory practices. |
| KEMBIO2 Biochemistry 2, 3 units |
This course covers bioenergetics, design and regulation of metabolic pathways; and specific molecular processes involved in the synthesis and degradation of major cellular components such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acid. |
| LBYKM42 Biochemistry 2 laboratory, 1 unit |
This laboratory course introduces students to contemporary tools used in biochemistry and molecular biology including SDS-PAGE, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and agarose electrophoresis. |
| KEMPYS3 Physical Chemistry 3, 3 units |
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of quantum mechanics and its applications. It focuses on a conceptual understanding of quantum theory and the application of these and related concepts to solve chemical problems. The course traces the development of the atomic theory to quantum theory. The concepts and postulates of quantum mechanics are introduced and illustrated using simple systems including the particle in a box, the hydrogen atom, the helium atom, the hydrogen molecule ion, and the hydrogen molecule. |
Research and Professional Engagement
| THSCHYA Thesis 1, 1 unit |
These courses allow the student to develop the research topic proposed in Chemistry Research, through experimentation. A defended oral presentation and the submission of the written scientific report is expected in the final course. |
| THSCHYB Thesis 2, 1 unit |
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| THSCHYC Thesis 3, 1 unit |
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| PRCCHEM Practicum, 3 units |
This course provides students the opportunity to gain work experience and practical skills and develop desirable attitudes in the workplace under the supervision of a Chemistry Practicum Coordinator |
Elective Courses
| KEMELE1, 2 and 3 Chemistry Elective, 3 units |
This elective course is on a selected special topic in Chemistry and is to be enrolled as designated by the chemistry department |
Additional Courses (non-CMO/PSG)
| Principles of Chemistry 2, 3 units | This course is intended to take the Chemistry major into a deeper discussion of chemical bonding (valence bond and molecular orbital theories), solids, and solutions. Electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry are also covered. Applications of general chemistry concepts and principles to social issues and the environment, particularly the atmosphere, are added as enrichment topics. |
| STT151A Statistics for Research, 3 units |
The course is an introduction to applied chemometrics and very relevant to data analysis within chemoinformatics, bioinformatics and process chemistry. Chemometric methods, Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Partial Least Squares (PLS) regression, including common data pre-processing are covered. Some mathematical and statistical expressions will be used in the course and a variety of data (e.g. chemical, sensory and spectroscopic data) will be used as examples. |
| MTH123A Math Analysis 3, 3 units |
A continuation of Analysis 2. It covers polar coordinates, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, 3-dimensional space, quadratic surfaces, functions of several variables and evaluation of multiple integrals in Cartesian coordinates. |
| MTH124A Differential Equations, 3 units |
This is a course in the solution of first order differential equations, and higher order differential equations, Laplace transforms, power series method and boundary value problems. |
| KEMORG3 Organic Chemistry 3, 3 units |
This course covers advanced topics in organic chemistry including molecular orbitals, pericyclic reactions, and enolates. Molecular structure elucidation from NMR spectra, utilizing one- and two-dimensional techniques, along with mass spectral information is emphasized. |
| KEMRESC Chemistry Research, 2 units |
This course is designed to prepare students to undertake research in chemistry. It is devoted to the conceptualization, organization and planning of an original project in chemistry. It seeks to familiarize the student with the chemical literature as well as with legal and social issues confronting researches, ethics, and conduct of research, intellectual property rights, scientific writing. The course requirements include the submission of a research proposal. |
| KEMSEMI Chemistry Seminar, 1 unit |
This course is designed to help the student to develop an awareness of recent developments in the field by attending and actively participating in chemistry seminars. The course seeks to train the students to present result, conclusion and views in public. The student is required to present a seminar on a chosen topic, attend department seminars and prepare reaction papers. |
Foundation Courses
| MTH101A Foundation Course in Mathematics, 5 units |
This is a course on pre-calculus covering the following topics: Basics of algebra, equations and inequalities in one variable, functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations, polar coordinate system, coordinates and lines, curve sketching, conic sections, systems of equations, sequences, mathematical induction, and the binomial theorem. |
| BASPHYS Basic Physics, 3 units |
This is a study of the conceptual foundations of Newtonian mechanics, electricity and magnetism.听 In examining the concepts mentioned and its relevant consequences, vector methods, as well as the basic concepts of calculus will be used. |
| STT101 A Foundation Course in Statistics, 3 units |
This is a course covering basic rules of probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, and introduction to inferential statistics. |
Ancillary Courses
| MTH121A Math Analysis 1, 3 units |
A first course in Analysis covering plane analytic geometry, limits and continuity, derivatives of algebraic functions, and their applications. |
| MTH123A Math Analysis 2, 3 units |
A continuation of Analysis 1. It covers differentials, indefinite and definite integrals and their applications, derivatives and integrals of logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, and techniques of integration. |
| PHYS103 Fundamentals of Physics: Waves and Optics, 3 units |
A study of the fundamental concepts of oscillations, waves and optics. It deals with simple harmonic motion, mechanical waves, vibrating bodies, acoustics, electromagnetic waves, and geometrical and physical optics. Some topics on relativity are also included. |
| LBYPH03 Fundamentals of Physics Laboratory: Waves and Optics |
This course supplements the topics discussed in the lecture class. Specifically, experiments in waves and optics are performed to provide the student concrete applications of concepts learned in the lecture class. |
| ELECP01 Electronics for Physics 1, 3 units |
This course covers the fundamental principles and applications of electrical and electronic devices, circuits and systems; in particular, resistors, capacitors, inductors, and semiconductor devices, e.g. diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers. Digital logic and the design of combinational and sequential circuits are also discussed. |
| LBYPH0C Electrornics Laboratory for Chemistry, 1 unit |
This is a laboratory course designed for chemistry majors taking the basic electronics lecture course. Experiments involving resistive, inductive, and capacitive circuits, diodes, and transistors are performed to provide the student concrete applications of concepts learned in the lecture class. |