University of Indianapolis - College of Arts & Sciences
Curriculum Guide for Chemistry Majors (CHEM) pursing Pre-Medical
Preparation
Bachelor of Science or Arts (BA) or Science (BS)
CHEM
PMED
updated 05/15
Freshman Year - Semester I
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CHEM
BIOL
150
155
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CHEM
MATH
PHIL
BIOL
160
190
270
165
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CHEM
MATH
SOC
SOC
250
191
101
103
 CHEM
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PHYS
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 MATH
260
153
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310
163
320
120
General Chemistry I** (3) and CHEM 151 General Chemistry Lab I** (1)
Introduction to the Diversity of Life* (4)
Computer or Computer Science Elective** (2-4)
Freshman Year - Semester II
General Chemistry II** (3) and CHEM 161 General Chemistry Lab II** (1)
Calculus and Analytic Geometry I* (4)
Philosophy and Ethics of Science (3)
Introduction to Cell Biology* (4)
Sophomore Year - Semester I
Organic Chemistry I** (3) and CHEM 251 Organic Chemistry Lab I** (2)
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II* (4)
Principles of Sociology (3) or
Social Problems (3)
Sophomore Year - Semester II
245
Organic Chemistry II** (3) and CHEM 261 Organic Chemistry Lab II** (2)
General Physics I, Calculus Based* (4)†
Biomedical Sciences Elective (4)
Statistics for the Sciences (4)
Junior Year - Semester I
CHEM
PHYS
CHEM
PSY
Analytical Chemistry** (5) SI
General Physics II, Calculus Based* (4)†
Biochemistry I** (3) (BA) OR BIOL320 (BS)
Introduction to Psychology (3)
Junior Year - Semester II
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CHEM
CHEM
301
395
Chemistry Seminar** (1) SII
Biochemistry II** (3) (BA) or BIOL395 (BS)
Biomedical Sciences Elective (4)
Junior Year
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CHEM 280/400
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CHEM
370
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CHEM
CHEM
375
380
Biomedical Sciences Elective (4)
Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry or Advanced Laboratory Techniques (BS)
OR Chemistry Elective (3/4) (BA)
Senior Year - Semester I
Physical Chemistry I** (3) SI
Senior Year - Semester II
Physical Chemistry Laboratory** (2)
Physical Chemistry II** (3) (BS) OR Chemistry Elective (3/4) (BA)
†PHYS153 and PHYS163 are recommended. PHYS150 and PHYS160 also may be used to satisfy the major requirement.
Chemistry Electives (BA) must total 4 credit hours.
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Biomedical Sciences Electives
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BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
230
225
220
300
305
325
330
390
Cell Biology (4) ^
Introduction to Genetics (4)^
General Microbiology (4)
Internship Health/Life Science (1-4)
Human Functional Anatomy (4)
Advanced Genetics (4)
Mammalian Physiology (4)^
Molecular Biology (4)
Other Recommended Courses
 PSY
230
Brain and Behavior (3)
 PSY
315
Health Psychology (3)
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Strongly recommended for MCAT preparation.
Computer or Computer Science Electives (Choose one)
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COMP
150
Microcomputer applications* (3) or
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CSCI
132
Software Applications for the Sciences* (2) or
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CSCI
155
Introduction to Programming using C++* (4)
* Requires a grade of C- or above
**Requires a grade of C or above
The Chemistry major requires a minimum of 73-75 hours.
The above courses allow the student to have a major in Chemistry. Students are encouraged to use courses outside of
Chemistry to build a second minor or major area. Consult curriculum guides for minors or majors of interest for
details.
Bachelor of Arts Degree requires competency in a modern language through 201-level (additional 4 credits). See the
General Education Core Guide requirements for details.
Consult the Pre-Medical Curriculum Guide for more information and other suggested courses.
NOTE: The Bachelors Degree requires a minimum of 120 hours.
This program may require attendance in both day and extended programs classes.
See the General Education Core Guide for additional course requirements.
REMEMBER: If you have any questions about the Chemistry/PMED and it’s requirements,
contact a faculty advisor from the Chemistry Department (Dr. Katherine Stickney, 788-3552;
Lilly Science Hall, Room 332F), or The Center for Advising and Academic Achievement (7882057, Schwitzer Center, Room 206). Courses and requirements sometimes change, so keep in
contact with your advisor.