The Chemistry department Masters programs provide post-baccalaureate training in one or more of the primary subdisciplines of chemistry, including analytical, organic, inorganic, and physical. Training is in the form of advanced coursework, advanced techniques associated with a research project, and dissemination of ideas in both written and oral communications. Our primary goal is that students will either be accepted into nationally accredited graduate or professional programs or will have secured professional employment that makes significant use of their degree. M.S. students write a research-based thesis, and results from student research will appear in peer-reviewed publications or form the basis for future publications. Graduates in chemistry qualify for employment in many fields as teachers of chemistry, supervisors in industry, technical sales personnel, research chemists in federal, state, municipal, academic or industrial laboratories, in pre-medicine, and as laboratory technicians. The rapid introduction of chemical techniques in all branches of commerce and the creation of many synthetic products have caused substantial growth in the profession.