East Central University offers both a major and a minor in Chemistry, a major in Biochemistry, a major in Chemistry for Teacher Certification, and courses needed for those wishing to teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, or General Science at the public school level. The Department of Physical Sciences also functions as a support and service department for required courses in Biology, Nursing, Environmental Science, and Allied Health Programs.
Pre-Professional Studies
- Medicine
- Engineering
- Pharmacy
- Veterinary Medicine
- Physical Therapy
- Medical Technology
A Quality Program of Study
A quality program of study is made possible through small classes, opportunities for
student/professor interaction, and modern, high-quality equipment. The unique situation
of having the Robert S. Kerr Environmental Protection Agency Groundwater Research
Laboratory located in Ada, Oklahoma, allows additional opportunities for study and
research through cooperative agreements and possible student employment while at ECU.
Dept. of Physical Sciences - Chemistry
Chemistry
In compliance with the recommendations of the American Chemical Society for curricula
in undergraduate chemical education, the department offers courses in all five major
areas of Chemistry: Inorganic, Analytical, Organic, Physical, and Biochemistry. The
curriculum prepares students for work in industry, government labs, or graduates schools.
Chemistry Teacher Certification
The Chemistry Teacher Certification degree prepares students who seek teacher certification
to teach high school Chemistry. Graduates will need to pass the state examination
in Chemistry for the state in which they seek employment.
Biochemistry
Recommended for students interested in biochemistry, the pharmaceutical industry,
medical and health-related professional careers, or graduate school work in biochemistry.
Research
Students have opportunities for interdisciplinary research under the guidance of a
Chemistry faculty mentor and are able to present their work at professional conferences
of organizations such as the American Chemical Society (ACS) and Oklahoma Academy
of Sciences (OAS). Research opportunities exist in areas such as Biochemistry, Materials
Science, Computational Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Nanomaterials.
