Mission and Program Learning Outcomes

Mission

‘Bonding with a Better Tomorrow’

The mission of the Undergraduate Chemistry Program at A&M – Texarkana is to prepare students with the necessary chemical knowledge for their better professional careers. 

Program Learning Outcomes

The curriculum for a degree in Chemistry has been chosen to support six Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) that will address job expectations and reflect anticipated workforce needs.

The graduate will be able to:

1. Explain atomic & molecular structures, bonding, stoichiometry, and periodic properties of representative elements.
2. Apply the concepts and fundamental principles of thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, and chemical kinetics to solve chemistry-related problems.
3. Write and explain organic reactions, stereochemistry, and processes in biological and environmental systems.
4. Perform selected chemistry experiments using required instruments/equipment in the laboratory.
5. Apply scientific method in designing experiments and analyzing experimental data.
6. For ONLY the BS in Chemistry with Grades 7-12 Chemistry Certification:  Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to enter the teaching profession as a highly-qualified, certified teacher (according to the Texas Educator Standards).