The program serves to broaden the academic background of students seeking employment in fields related to chemistry. The minor in chemistry also complements a wide variety of disciplines. Students in many other fields, including biology, health science, physics, psychology, or laws will find it useful.

Total Credit hours: 20-28

A. Required courses (16 credit hours)

CHE 130T and CHE 130L

• CHE 131T and CHE 131L
• CHE 230T and CHE 230L
• CHE 231T and CHE 231L

B. Elective (choose minimum of 1: 4 credit hours)

CHE 430T and CHE 430L

• CHE 370
• CHE 431
• CHE 490 Special topics

C. Additional Requirements

• At least 12 credit hours must be taken at SUNY POLY
• Students must achieve a minimum C grade in the courses applied towards the minor.
• Apart from the required courses biology majors must take at least 8 credit courses outside their biology major requirement.
• Elective substitutions must be approved by department chair