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May 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Industrial Chemistry (ICHM2-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
Students in the Industrial Chemistry program are trained in organic, analytical, physical, and biological chemistry. In addition, coursework and experience provide skills and practical application in the areas of safety issues, instrumental analysis, and fermentation. This program is designed to prepare students with the lab experience necessary to build a career in chemistry along with the theoretical underpinnings and supporting knowledge needed to advance in such a career. All classes are taught with an emphasis on practical application and problem solving, culminating in an internship experience. This allows each student to apply the skills and knowledge they have gained in a real-world, commercial setting. Students may select from one of two concentrations, Fermentation Science or Manufacturing
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Program Outcomes
- Students will describe major concepts of inorganic, organic, analytical, physical, and industrial chemistry, and biochemistry.
- Students will safely conduct experiments that model industrial chemical processes and apply major chemical concepts to these processes.
- Students will effectively discuss and report technical information.
- Students will evaluate existing resources, equipment, and process and suggest modifications for improvement.
New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.50 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale
- Minimum Composite ACT Score of 17/SAT 900
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- 2.00 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- At least 12 credits, including an English and Mathematics course.
University Requirements - 30 to 31 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 30 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - Credits Required Met in College Requirements
Natural Science Competency - Credits Required Met in College Requirements
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course.
Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course.
Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course.
United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
College Requirements - 90 Credits Required
Major Courses - 56 Credits Required
Concentration - 34 Credits Required (Advisor Approval)
Choose one concentration.
Manufacturing Concentration (MANF) - 34 Credits Required
A total of 10 to 11 credits in 300 level or higher elective courses is required; depending on whether CPSC 130 or ETEC 140 is chosen. The elective courses must not be those courses taken in Culture Competency or Self and Society Competency sections.
Fermentation Science Concentration (FERM) - 34 Credits Required
A total of 2 credits in 300 level or higher elective courses is required. The elective course must not be a course that was taken in Culture Competency or Self and Society Competency sections.
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Students may need to take electives to reach the minimum 120 credits required for this degree.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in the Major Courses section.
Suggested Semester Layout
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Fall Courses
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- ENGL 250 - English 2 Credit Hours: 3
- Culture Competency Credit Hours: 3
Spring Courses
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Concentration Course Credit Hours: 2-4
- Self and Society Competency Credit Hours: 3
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