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Chemistry, Associate of Science

Program Purpose

The proposed Associate of Science (A.S.) in Chemistry is a 62-credit, STEM-designated program designed to prepare students for entry-level positions or seamless transfer to a four-year institution, including remaining at Wilmington University to complete the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry program. This program will be offered through flexible online, face-to-face, and hybrid modalities. The curriculum is meticulously aligned with in-demand skills, providing students with the foundational theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary for success. Core coursework includes an emphasis on General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry, supplemented by essential supporting studies in biological science, data science, and mathematics. Graduates will possess the fundamental competencies required to immediately contribute to the scientific workforce.

Program Competencies

Students who successfully complete the A.S. in Chemistry program will have a level of applicable knowledge in the following areas as appropriate to one’s field of study:

  1. Foundational Chemical Knowledge and Quantitative Reasoning: Apply foundational chemical principles and quantitative methods from general and introductory organic chemistry to analyze matter and solve structured chemical problems.
  2. Laboratory Skills and Data Interpretation: Demonstrate safe laboratory practices, perform standard experimental protocols, utilize basic chemical instrumentation and analyze experimental data to support theoretical concepts.
  3. Scientific Communication and Information Literacy: Locate and evaluate scientific sources and communicate chemical procedures, data and results clearly in written and oral formats for academic audiences.
  4. Professionalism Practice and Scientific Awareness: Demonstrate ethical, collaborative and professional behavior in laboratory and classroom settings, recognizing the societal and environmental context of chemical science.

Curriculum

General Education Requirements (27 credits)

ECO 105 Fundamentals of Economics

ENG 121 English Composition I

ENG 122 English Composition II

ENG 131 Public Speaking

HIS 381 Contemporary Global Issues

MAT 205 Introductory Survey of Mathematics

PHI 100 Introduction to Critical Thinking

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology

Choose one of the following three courses:

CTA 206 Computer Applications

OR

CTA 210 Intro to Technology

OR

CTA 326 Integrating Excel into Business Problem Solving

Chemistry Core (35 credits)

BIO 251 Biology I (with Lab)

BIO 252 Biology II (with Lab)

BIO 336 Microbiology (with Lab)

CHE 261 Chemistry I (with Lab)

CHE 262 Chemistry II (with Lab)

CHE 363 Organic Chemistry I (with Lab)

CHE 364 Organic Chemistry II (with Lab)

CHE 411 Introduction to Biochemistry

SCI 240 Concepts in Physics

This information applies to new students who enter this degree program during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. All enrolled students should log in to MyWilmU Degree Works to view their personalized course and program completion requirements. You may also refer to the academic catalog for the general curriculum for this program from previous academic years.