Chemistry
Overview
Chemistry is the science that studies matter and laws governing the formation of matter from the basic elements. Chemists work on such diverse problems as the development of new plastics, drug preparation, pollution control, medical research, nuclear chemistry and analysis of geological materials. Additionally, degrees for nursing and healthcare careers, engineering, pharmacy, veterinary, biochemistry and environmental sciences require varying levels of knowledge of chemistry.
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Academic Programs
Olympic Colleges offers a series of Chemistry classes you can take as distribution requirements and electives towards your Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA): Chemistry, or Associate in Science-Transfer, Track 1 (AS-T, Track 1): Chemistry. Course work also meets chemistry requirements for health-related degrees.
Chemistry Placement Testing
Two key courses for a number of science and health care degrees — CHEM&141 and BIOL&241 — require that you either take placement exams or complete prerequisite courses before you can register.
Learn more about your options and how to prepare for the placement exams:
For more information and to schedule a placement exam, contact Assessment & Testing Services.
Student Resources
We are committed to your success. There are numerous resources available to you! Visit our Tutoring Center website for find out about science tutoring available in-person and online.
Visit the Math, Engineering, Sciences & Health Division webpage for info on science textbook and calculator lending.
Faculty Advisors
Every student is assigned an advising team consisting of your Student Success Coach and Faculty Advisor. Your Faculty Advisor is determined once you decide on your specific academic program. The following professors are the advisors for Chemistry.
Academic Division
Chemistry is part of the Math, Engineering, Sciences & Health Division (MESH). Visit the MESH Division webpage for more info, including support resources and services, and contact info for division staff and the dean. The MESH Division can connect you with:
- Advising
- Book lending and calculator rental
- Tutoring
- Support for first-generation and historically underserved populations