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Chemical Technology


Chemical Laboratory Technician AAS Degree


Program Requirements
Course Cr
CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1 4
CHEM 1712 Principles of Chemistry 2 4
CHMT 1500 Chemical Laboratory Safety 2
CHMT 1595 Chemical Technician Seminar 2
CHMT 1700 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry 4
CHMT 1790 Environmental Rules and Regulations 2
CHMT 2560 Laboratory Basic Skills 2
CHMT 2590 Chemical Laboratory Internship 3
CHMT 2600 Organic and Brochemical Analysis Methods and Applications 4
CHMT 2610 Chemical Analysis and Chromatography Methods 4
CHMT 2700 Inorganic Chemical and Quantitative Analysis Methods and Applications 4
CHMT 2710 UV-Visible Absorption and Emission Spectroscopy and Thermal Analysis 4
CHMT 2800 Hazardous Materials and Fire 2
CHMT 2895 Chemical Technician Advanced Seminar 2
Subtotal 43
General Education Requirements 20
(Select at least 20 credits of General Education according to the Requirements below)
Total Program Credits 63

 

AAS Degree General Education - 20 Credits

Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 (7 credits)
Requirements* Cr
Goal 1: Communication 7
ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.)  
SPCH XXXX (3 cr.)  
 
Select a minimum of 4 credits from Goal 3 or Goal 4 4
Goal 3: Natural Sciences
Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
 
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5 3
Goal 5: History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences  
 
Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6 3
Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts  
 
Select a minimum of 3 additional credits from
Goals 1-10 of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum		 3
 
* Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options.


Course Descriptions


CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1

This course uses the scientific method to study matter, what matter is comprised of, and how matter changes. Basic chemical theory and applications are covered with an emphasis on the principles and theories of atomic molecular structure, periodic properties of elements; thermochemistry; reaction stoichiometry; behavior of gases, liquids and solids; molecular and ionic structure and bonding; organic chemistry and polymers; energy sources and environmental issues related to energy use. The lab component includes the application of chemical concepts through observation, data collection, quantitative measurement, and problem analysis. Approved safety goggles and a lab apron are required.(Prerequisite(s): MATH 1520 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 3) 4C/3/1/0

CHEM 1712 Principles of Chemistry 2

This course is a continuation of CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1 with emphasis on chemical kinetics; radioactive decay; chemical equilibrium; solutions; acids and bases; solubility; second law of thermodynamics; electrochemistry and corrosion; descriptive chemistry of the elements; coordination chemistry; biochemistry; and applications of chemical principles to environmental problems. The lab component of this course provides students with the opportunity to apply chemical concepts through observation, data collection, quantitative measurement, and problem analysis. Approved safety goggles and a lab apron are required. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1 with a grade of "C" or better) (MnTC: Goal 3) 4C/3/1/0

CHMT 1500 Chemical Laboratory Safety

This course covers policies, procedures, laboratory equipment, personal protective equipment and work practices that are capable of protecting laboratory personnel from the health hazards presented by hazardous chemicals used in laboratories. Topics include personal protection, emergency procedures, the use of material safety data sheets, chemical hazards, chemical handling and safe personal work practices. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711) 2C/2/0/0

CHMT 1595 Chemical Technology Seminar

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of chemical laboratory science and the role of the Chemical Laboratory Technician. The course includes a description of the content of the Chemical Laboratory Technician program and the expectations and responsibilities of students. The course explores possible careers for chemical laboratory technicians and the nature of laboratory work. Students will use this information to evaluate their own aptitudes and interests relative to career opportunities in chemical technology and outline their career paths as chemical technologists. 2C/2/0/0

CHMT 1700 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry

This course presents the theory and practice of basic chemical preparation and analysis as performed in research and/or industrial settings. Topics include preparation and handling of samples, gravimetric methods, titrations and electrochemical methods. Students will practice laboratory safety, detailed and accurate record keeping, statistical evaluation of results and report writing. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711) 4C/1/3/0

CHMT 1790 Environmental Rules and Regulations

This course presents an overview of federal and state environmental regulations and agency rules that regulate discharges to air, water, and land and the application to chemical laboratory operation. Laws are examined with respect to the reason the regulation is needed, what the law does, and how it does it. This includes the storage and disposal of chemicals according to federal and state Environmental Protection Agencies. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711) 2C/2/0/0

CHMT 2560 Laboratory Basic Skills: Troubleshooting for Analytical Instrumentation

This course covers basic operating principles of laboratory instrumentation and the techniques and documentation required for troubleshooting analytical instrumentation in an industrial setting. This includes a systematic approach to diagnosis of instrument failure, repair and maintenance procedures, hands-on practice servicing instruments and documentation of the maintenance or repair. (Prerequisite(s): CHMT 1700) 2C/1/1/0

CHMT 2590 Chemical Laboratory Internship

Second-year students will work part-time in an industrial or research laboratory while attending school to gain professional experience in laboratory methods, management, quality control and safe laboratory practices. This experience will relate to the program goals and must be approved by the program advisor. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1712, CHMT 1700) 3C/0/0/3

CHMT 2600 Organic and Biochemical Analysis Methods and Applications

This course, designed for Chemistry Laboratory Technology students only, is an introductory organic chemistry course that reviews covalent bonding and acid-base theory and explores synthesis and identification of functional groups, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, for free radicals, electrophiles, nucleophiles, additions and eliminations. Biochemical and industrial applications are studied to emphasize the importance of these materials in present everyday lives. The laboratory aspect to this course emphasizes specific skill development necessary for use in various methods of isolating, purifying, synthesizing and identifying organic functional groups in organic and biochemical molecules (carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins). Also, an introduction to molecular spectroscopy and separation methods will be covered to aid in the identification process. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1712, CHEM 2800) 4C/3/1/0

CHMT 2610 Chemical Analysis and Chromatography Methods

This course, designed for Chemistry Laboratory Technology students only, combines the theory and practice of chemical analysis and separation methods using both modern and classical gas liquid chromatography. It emphasizes the practice of chemical preparation and analysis as performed in a research and/or industrial setting. Topics include, but are not limited to, preparation and handling of samples, gravimetric methods, titrations and electrochemical methods. The laboratory part of the course covers, in detail, separation theory and applicable instrumental functions involving manual setup and data treatments, as well as computer interfacing technology for data collections and processing. Students will practice laboratory safety, detailed and accurate record keeping, statistical evaluation of results and report writing. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1712, CHMT 1595 & MATH 1730 College Algebra) 4C/1/3/0

CHMT 2700 Inorganic Chemical and Quantitative Analysis Methods and Applications

This course, designed for Chemistry Laboratory Technology students only, is an extensive study of ionic equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics, coordination compounds, electromistry and statistical analysis of data collected from applications in biology, medicine, material science, food production, geology, ecology and other science areas to determine the composition of a specific sample. The laboratory aspect to this course emphasizes specific skill development necessary for use in determining precision and accuracy for gravimetric, titrimetric, electrochemical, potentiometric, complexometric, electrogravimetric, coulometric and thermometric analysis of industrial, biochemical, environmental samples using procedures related to lecture content. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1712, CHMT 1595, CHMT 2600, CHMT 2610 & MATH 1730 College Algebra) 4C/3/1/0

CHMT 2710 UV–Visible Absorption and Emission Spectroscopy and Thermal Analysis

This course, designed for Chemistry Laboratory Technology students only, emphasizes the theory, instrument design and functions of UV-Visible and atomic absorption and emission spectrophotometers, as well as the theory, design and functions of instruments using infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectroscopy. The course also covers thermal analysis (TA) methods in which the physical property of a substance is measured as a function of temperature while the substance is subjected to a controlled temperature program. The course seeks to introduce and equip students with the necessary skills to perform conventional TA techniques such as differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), differential thermal analysis (DTA), thermo-gravimetric analysis (TGA) and thermo-mechanical analysis (TMA). The laboratory will place strong emphasis on instrument calibration and operation, sample preparation and analysis, data interpretation and evaluation and reporting of results. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2610) 4C/2/2/0

CHMT 2800 Hazardous Materials and Fire

This course explores the concepts and methods of detection, control, and mitigation of hazardous materials incidents. This includes the types of chemical and fire hazards, potential causes of fire, proper storage of chemicals, methods to prevent fires and hazards, laboratory fire fighting equipment, hazardous material clean-up and disposal, and incident reporting and mitigation. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711) 2C/2/0/0

CHMT 2895 Chemical Technician Advanced Seminar

This course provides students with an opportunity to design and carry out a science research project under the supervision of a faculty advisor. A research report will be prepared that includes a library search, problem identification, procedure documentation, data, data analysis and conclusion. Evaluation will be handled by a team of faculty and/or experts. Credits awarded will be based on the nature of the project and its evaluation. (Prerequisite(s): CHMT 2710) 2C/2/0/0

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