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Why study chemistry?

After Parkland, you may transfer to a four-year institution to train for a variety of chemistry-related careers such as lab chemist, patent attorney, science writer, forensics lab technician,Ìýwaste management technician, art restorer, or educator. Chemistry students may also explore health occupations including medicine, pharmacy, chiropractic medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and nursing.

At Parkland, you'll have the advantage of small class sizes, taught by master faculty—never teaching assistants. Your success is our priority.

Classes

(CHE 100): Designed for those with little to no chemistry experience who expect to continue on to CHE 141–142.Ìý

(CHE 104): Explains the science behind everyday activities. For non-science majors only.

(CHE 106) and (CHE 107): Introduction toÌýtheÌýprinciples of chemistry with emphasis on general,Ìýorganic, and biochemistry and their relationship to the health fields.Ìý

Ìý(CHE 141): Introduces basic concepts of chemistry such as chemical names, formulas, reactions, atomic structure, properties, and solutions.

Ìý(CHE 142): Explores equilibrium reactions, nuclear chemistry, properties of metals and nonmetals, and reaction rates.

(CHE 203–204) and (CHE 205–206): Advanced courses exploring various reactions and organic preparations.Ìý

Learn more about how these classes fit into a transfer degree or the general education core curriculum (GECC).
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Will my classes transfer?

CHE 100, 104,Ìý106, and CHE 141 will fulfill the Physical Science general education requirement at Illinois public universities. Parkland ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉútv classes with an even middle digit (such as ENG 101, MAT 128, and BIO 141) are accepted for transfer as general education classes, major courses, or electives as determined by the transfer institution.

For more information about transferring, speak with an academic advisor and visit the .

Curriculum

Parkland Science Scholars

Students pursuing science degrees who are from low-income families are encouraged to apply to Parkland Science Scholars. This program providesÌýfinancial support, mentoring, and opportunities to gain experience and create networks in science careers. For more information visitÌý.