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Nov 26, 2024
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2023-2024 General Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: To search archives, MUST use search box to left. Current catalog: catalog.usu.edu.
Physical Science Composite Teaching (Chemistry) - BS
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College of Science
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
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- For more information about Chemistry, see the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
- Following is a sample four-year plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
- Admitted students must meet with the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry advisor. Current students should also meet with the department advisor and log on to Degree Works to check student-specific program progress.
Minimum University Requirements
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| Total Credits |
120 |
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Grade Point Average (most majors require higher GPA)
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2.00 GPA |
| Credits of C- or better |
100 |
Credits of upper-division courses (#3000 or above) |
40 |
| Total USU Credits |
30 |
Upper-division USU Credits |
20 |
| USU Credits within the Major |
10 |
Credits in Minor (if required) |
12 |
| Credits in Major |
see below |
Credits in American Institutions |
3 |
| General Education Requirements |
see link |
University Studies Depth Requirements |
see link |
| NOTES: The highest math requirement for this degree is MATH 1220: Calculus II (QL) and STAT 3000: Statistics for Scientists (QI) . |
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NOTES: Suggested schedule assumes student has passed MATH 1210: Calculus I (QL) .
Students should consult with the Chemistry & Biochemistry department advisor to develop an individualized plan of study that is applicable to their interests and STEP program no later than their sophomore year.
Admission to STEP with this major requires a minimum GPA of 2.75 in CHEM 1210 , CHEM 1215 , CHEM 1220 , CHEM 1225 ; PHYS 2210 , PHYS 2215 , PHYS 2220 and PHYS 2225 .
Requires a 3.00 GPA.
A grade of C or better is required in all Chemistry and Physics prefix courses.
All candidates for graduation with a Physical Science Composite Teaching degree through the Chemistry & Biochemistry department must complete a department exit survey prior to approval of graduation application and completion of the program.
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Admissions Requirements for this Program
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| New freshmen |
Admitted to USU in Good Standing |
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Transfer students from other institutions or other programs at USU |
3.0 GPA, ACT scores of 21 composite and 20 verbal/English and 19 mathematics/quantitative to be admitted to the major. |
Students must complete the General Education Requirements and the University Studies Depth Requirements .
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Program Requirements
- Requires a 3.00 GPA.
- Admission to STEP with this major requires a minimum GPA of 2.75 in CHEM 1210 , CHEM 1215 , CHEM 1220 , CHEM 1225 ; PHYS 2210 , PHYS 2215 , PHYS 2220 and PHYS 2225 .
- A grade of C or better is required in all Chemistry and Physics prefix courses.
- All candidates for graduation with a Physical Science Composite Teaching degree through the Chemistry & Biochemistry department must complete a department exit survey prior to approval of graduation application and completion of the program.
Physical Science Major Required Courses
Physical Science Mathematics and Statistics
Physical Science Required Chemistry Courses
Physical Science Required Courses
Required Courses for the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP)
To begin the admission process to the STEP program, students should see their Chemistry advisor at least two semesters before they begin Level I coursework and also meet with a Secondary Education (TEAL) advisor. STEP admission deadlines are March 1 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester. For more information about secondary education teaching requirements, go to http://teal.usu.edu/undergrad/sced/index-SCED.
Licensure Notification
This program typically leads to licensure and was designed to meet licensing qualifications in the state of Utah. If students wish to work in another state within the United States, they should review the qualifications for that state and the Education Licensure Compliance Table provided by School of Teacher Education and Leadership.
For more information, please contact the School of Teacher Education and Leadership at https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/
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