C A R E E R / T R A N S F E R C E N T E R C H E M I S T R Y M A J O R G U I D E S H E E T W H A T I S C H E M I S T R Y ? Chemistry is the study of matter, its composition, properties, and the changes they undergo. Specifically it studies atoms, molecules, and ions. Chemistry is often regarded as the "central" science because it provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level. The main branches of chemistry are Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Analytical Chemistry. LAVC DEGREES & CERTIFICATES OFFERED I N T E R E S T S Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of ( T H I N G S Y O U chemistry including atomic and molecular structure, L I K E T O D O ) organic and inorganic compounds, the physical properties of gases, liquids, solids, and solutions. LAVC offers the Conducting experiments following degree: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems Associate of Science (AS) in Chemistry Working in a lab setting Designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer Conducting research into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree Interest in the medical field in Chemistry Interest in studying the structures and properties of matter TRANSFER RELATED MAJORS CSU Northridge: Chemistry S K I L L S CSU Los Angeles: Chemistry and Biochemistry ( T H I N G S Y O U W I L L CSU Long Beach: Chemistry, option in Material Sciences, L E A R N & U S E ) Biochemistry CSU Dominguez Hills: Chemistry, Biochemistry Numerical and scientific CSU San Diego: Chemistry, Biochemistry skills UC San Diego: Pharmacological Chemistry Research and analytical UC Los Angeles: Chemistry, option in Material Sciences, skills Biochemistry Laboratory techniques UC Riverside: Chemistry, option in Chemical Physics, Attention to detail Environmental Chemistry Investigative skills University of Southern California: Chemistry, option in Critical thinking Research, Chemical Biology, Chemical Nanoscience Organizational skills Pepperdine University: Chemistry Performing experiments Processing data R e v . 7 / 2 2 / 2 0 2 0 C A R E E R / T R A N S F E R C E N T E R C H E M I S T R Y M A J O R G U I D E S H E E T EARNINGS* RELATED OCCUPATIONS Toxicologist Toxicologist Research chemist Research Chemist Chemical engineer Pharmacologist Laboratory technician Chemical Engineer High school chemistry teacher Epidemiologist Pharmacologist Anesthesiologist Forensic chemist Epidemiologist $ $25,00 $50,00 $75,00 $100,00 0 0 0 0 0 *Earnings can vary by occupation and experience. The following are median wages as of 2018 in California based on CaliforniaCareerZone.org POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS FOR MORE INFORMATION: Laboratories www.lavc.edu/transfer Pharmacies www.lavc.edu/chemistry/index.html Hospitals http://www.lavc.edu/transfer/majors/default.html Factories www.assist.org Dentist office www.eureka.org Research companies www.cacareerzone.org Pharmaceutical companies www.onetonline.org Cosmetic companies http://degrees.calstate.edu/ https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/files Colleges and universities /undergraduate_majors_list.pdf This general information is provided by the LAVC Career/Transfer Center. For specific information about majors and careers please make an appointment to see a counselor either online, in person at the Counseling Department (Student Services Annex) or by phone at (818) 947-2474. Created by 2019 - 2020 Career/Transfer Center Career Guidance Counseling Assistant Interns R e v . 7 / 2 2 / 2 0 2 0.