What is Chemistry?

Chemistry is a central science combining fields of mathematics, physics, biology, earth science, engineering, law and computer science essential for preserving life and advancing technology. Chemistry education cultivates critical thinking, problem solving, analytical skills and laboratory techniques useful in everyday life as well as for science majors. A degree in chemistry can open doors to jobs in manufacturing, quality control, research, development and academia.

Why study Chemistry @ NNMC?

Northern's Chemistry AS offers a robust program preparing students for diverse STEM bachelor's degrees, and provides a blend of online and in-person instruction, emphasizing small group classes and hands-on lab experiences. This two-year degree equips students with qualitative and quantitative analytical skills crucial for laboratory settings and serves as a gateway to pursue Bachelor's degrees in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, and other STEM-related fields.

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Northern's Associate in Chemistry is a stepping stone to pursue a wide array of career paths in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, environmental science, materials science, forensics, among others.

Graduates can seek positions as lab technicians at analytical facilities, solar cell manufacturing plants and water treatment plants, pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing; natural product quality control; polymer, resin & fiber manufacturing and basic chemical manufacturing.