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Plan A - Master's Thesis
In addition to the core (18 credits), Plan A requires a thesis (12 credits). Students enroll in CHE 588 (Scientific Writing and Research Methods) and then must complete the Thesis Proposal (CHE 589) prior to beginning laboratory research. The thesis is based on experimental research acceptable to the department (CHE 590). Completion of the thesis is followed by a thesis defense (CHE 591).
THESIS COURSES:
- CHE 588 - Scientific Writing and Research Methods
- CHE 589 - Thesis Proposal
- CHE 590 - Thesis Research
- CHE 591 - Thesis Defense
Plan B - Comprehensive Examination
In addition to the core, Plan B requires 12 graduate credits of coursework as well as successful passage of a comprehensive examination.
The comprehensive examination consists of questions associated with the four core courses and is held twice a year.
The next scheduled date for the comprehensive examination is: Saturday, May 10, 2008, from 9 AM - 12 Noon.
Core courses are offered on a two-year rotating schedule. One or two elective courses are offered each semester, and topics vary according to a five-year rotating schedule. (Fall 2006 - Spring 2012 Schedule)
To view a recent syllabus for selected core courses and elective courses, choose the course number below.
Core Courses:
- CHE 500 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHE 520 - AdvancedPhysical Chemistry
- CHE 532 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- CHE 540 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- CHE 550 - Advanced Biochemistry
- CHE 560 - Advanced Environmental Chemistry
Elective Courses
A full listing of elective courses can be found in the Graduate Catalog.
All requirements must be completed within a six-year period.
Contact: Graduate Program Coordinator Dr. Robert Snyder
Telephone: (203)-392-6263 E-mail: snyderr1@southernct.edu
or visit the School of Graduate Studies Open House on Thursday, April 17, 2008
