Industrial Chemistry (BS)
The Bachelor of Science Program in Industrial Chemistry presents a curriculum of an interdisciplinary nature that trains the student with knowledge, skills and attitudes to perform chemical analysis. The Program aims to develop competencies for the use of instrumental methods for chemical analysis, data analysis, and process optimization and validation.
Students interested in take the professional examination for chemists must approve the courses of Physical Chemistry (CHEM 3910 and 3920).
The Bayamón Campus is authorized to offer this Program.
Program Goals
The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry has the following goals:
- Develop professionals in the field of industrial chemistry who possess the knowledge and skills in the different types of chemical analysis, through an interdisciplinary approach.
- Promote the development of professionals with the necessary competencies and attitudes to be able to perform successfully in the workplace at the national or international level.
Program Objectives
- Acquire general knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences relevant to industrial chemistry.
- To develop the skills for the application of chemical analysis, the use of instrumental methods, data analysis, and the optimization and validation of necessary processes.
- Develop future professionals with the appropriate attitudes to work in a team and comply with the ethical standards of the profession.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
The Program is designed to develop the competencies that will enable students to:
Knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- general concepts and theories of chemistry.
- qualitative and quantitative chemical analyzes.
- the theoretical bases in the area of validations.
Skills
- Operate chemical analysis instruments.
- Apply the validation processes.
- Produce written and oral technical reports.
Attitudes
- Demonstrate a positive attitude towards teamwork.
- Recognize the importance of compliance with the ethical standards of the profession.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Chemistry
| General Education Requirements |
45 credits |
| Major Requirements |
70 credits |
| Prescribe Distributives Requirements |
6-8 credits |
| Electives |
3 credits |
| Total |
124-126 credits |
General Education Requirements - 45 credits
Forty-five (45) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees.” Students will take the course GEMA 1200 in the Basic Skills in Mathematics category. Students of this program are exempt from taking the course from the Scientific and Technological Context category GEST 2020 or 3030.
Major Requirements - 70 credits
Prescribed Descriptive Requirements - 6-8 credits
The student will select from six (6) to eight (8) credits among the following courses. Other courses, three (3) or four (4) credits, may be considered with the approval of the academic advisor or department chair.