Quality in the Chemical Industry Certificate

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Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

About the Program

The Quality in the Chemical Industry certificate program provides students an in-depth study of the practical application of chemistry in the many industries that rely on chemical analysis. This program equips students with the knowledge of advanced instrumentation, industry standards and practices, and quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) required for pursuing a successful career as a chemist in industry or government. Students should consult with the department advisor for assistance with degree planning for specific careers after graduation.

General Certificate Requirements

Certificate requirements for the university can be found on the page below. All students seeking a certificate at the undergraduate level must follow these requirements in addition to the specifc requirements related to the certificate declared.

Requirements for Certificates

Program Requirements

This is a certificate program, available to current students, post-baccalaureate students, or current members of the chemical industry seeking additional skills and training for career advancement.
A grade of “C” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the awarded certificate.

Required Courses: 21 credits

CHE 1810 - General Chemistry II Credits: 4
CHE 1811 - General Chemistry II Laboratory Credits: 1
CHE 3000 - Analytical Chemistry Credits: 3
CHE 3010 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Credits: 2
CHE 4100 - Instrumental Analysis Credits: 3
CHE 4110 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory Credits: 2
CHE 4130 - Quality in the Chemical Industry Credits: 2
CHE 4160 - QA/QC Methods Laboratory Credits: 1
JMP 2610 - Introduction to Technical Writing Credits: 3

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	21 credits
Total for the Quality in the Chemical Industry Certificate	21 credits