Chemistry

Transfer Credits. Science requirements for an associate’s degree.

About the program:

For students planning to transfer to a university and major in Chemistry, the Health Sciences, Biology, Pre-Med, Pharmacy or Chemical Engineering, we offer an excellent transfer program in chemistry that includes General Chemistry I and II as well as Organic Chemistry I and II. Chemistry for Non-science majors and Chemistry for Health Sciences are also offered. Several Chemistry courses are also part of the Core Curriculum.

Many Chemistry students also participate in the Texas Watch water testing program, as well as attend local meetings of the East Texas Section of the American Chemical Society.

Course Information:

CAREER TREE - CHEMISTRY

Chemistry

East Texas Regional Science Fair

Visit the Science Fair webpage for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of salary can graduates expect?

There are part time jobs available for students who complete one year of general chemistry. These pay from minimum wage up to $12 per hour. Four-year chemistry graduates may be hired as chemists starting at $40,000 to $50,000 per year.

How long does the program take?

A bachelor's degree in chemistry normally takes four years to complete. We recommend you complete your first two years at Kilgore College, taking the Chemistry courses, Physics I and II, Pre Calculus, Calculus and the Core Curriculum. It will take approximately two years to complete the pre-transfer program and the preparation you receive at KC will ensure your continued academic success at the university level. A Bachelor of Science degree normally takes four years to complete.

What do graduates of the program do?

Students completing our classes will have satisfied the Science requirement for their majors, or have successfully completed course prerequisites for more advanced work. Students completing at least one year of general chemistry are often recruited by local businesses for lab technician work in the area.

What is the job outlook for graduates?

Currently the job market for both chemists and chemical engineers is very good. Many four-year graduates go on to complete graduate work.

For information about Chemistry:

Paul Buchanan
Instructor, Geology & Chemistry
Phone:
(903) 983-8253
Office:
Canterbury Engr. Science Bldg. (CANTR), 341
pbuchanan@kilgore.edu
Stacie Ervin
Administrative Assistant
Biology, Chemistry & Mathematical Sciences
Phone:
(903) 988-7454
Office:
Canterbury Engr. Science Bldg. (CANTR), 110
servin@kilgore.edu
Elena Ignatchenko
Instructor, Chemistry
Science and Health Sciences
Phone:
(903) 988-3715
Office:
Canterbury Engr. Science Bldg. (CANTR), 301
eignatchenko@kilgore.edu
Carrie Poe
Instructor, Chemistry & Geology
Phone:
(903) 983-8233
Office:
Canterbury Engr. Science Bldg. (CANTR), 302
cpoe@kilgore.edu
Sarah Whitfield
Instructor, Chemistry
Phone:
(903) 983-8252
Office:
Canterbury Engr. Science Bldg. (CANTR), 303
swhitfield@kilgore.edu

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