Chemistry
For more information on the Chemistry Program, please contact the Department Chair, Theodore Dolter at (618) 235-2700 BC x5422 or ted.dolter@swic.edu.
Chemistry provides the basis for medicine, biomedical technology, ceramics, polymers, metallurgy, environmental and ecological sciences and many other fields. Students may pursue one of these fields or may choose a special interest in a specific area of chemistry such as analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, colloid and surface chemistry, polymer chemistry or life science.
Career Opportunities
A variety of careers are open to students who graduate with a Associate Degree in Chemistry including:
- Pharmacologist
- Pharmacist
- Chemical Engineer
- Quality Control Specialist
- Biochemist
- Product Tester
- Forensic Chemist
- Pharmaceutical Sales Person
- Crime Lab Analyst
- Teacher
- Toxicologist
- Chemical Technician
- Water Purification Chemist
- Cepalometric Analyst
- Assayer/Analytical Chemist
Program Available:
Associate in Science Degree (AS) (0002)
This program provides the academic background, and hands-on experience for students going into one of the above careers. View Curriculum>>