“Careers in Chemistry”: A Course Providing Students with Real-World Foundations

• Danielle M. Solano ^[1] ; Fred E. Wood ^[2] ; Mark J. Kurth ^[2]
  1. [1] California State University, Bakersfield

     California State University, Bakersfield

     Estados Unidos

     
  2. [2] Department of Chemistry, University of California, United States
• Localización: Journal of chemical education, ISSN 0021-9584, Vol. 88, Nº 10, 2011, págs. 1376-1379
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • A course entitled “Careers in Chemistry” has been developed and implemented in the chemistry curriculum. This seminar-style class exposes students to a full spectrum of career options available to chemists by hosting outside speakers. The workings and logistics of this course and its positive impact on students are described. Survey results suggest that implementation of a similar course or seminar series at other institutions may be beneficial in exposing students to career options in chemistry.