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Question: Which chemistry course should I take? <\/strong>
Answer: It depends on your goals and interests. We recommend you speak to a science advisor and refer to the BC Chemistry Advising Flow Chart<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: What if I’m blocked from registration? How do I enroll?<\/strong>
Answer: Some of our courses require math or chemistry prerequisites. If you took the classes from another college (or got a passing score on the AP\/IB exam), you may get cleared through a prerequisite check<\/a>. If you took the courses in high school, or don’t have any other proof, you will need to take a placement exam<\/a>.

Question: I took high school chemistry, an intro chem course at another college, or CHEM& 140 at BC. Why am I blocked from CHEM& 161 General Chemistry?
<\/strong>Answer: We require two prerequisites for CHEM& 161. You need to have completed MATH& 141 (pre-calculus) or enroll in it with CHEM& 161 (concurrent enrollment). If you took pre-calculus in high school, you should take the math placement exam<\/a>. If you took pre-calculus at another college, you may submit your transcript<\/a> to get this cleared. You also need to have a chemistry placement exam<\/a> to ensure you have an adequate chemistry background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question: I need a copy of a syllabus from a course I took at BC. Who do I contact?
<\/strong>Answer: You may contact the Chemistry Department Chair (chemistrychair@bellevuecollege.edu)

Question: I have some issues communicating with my instructor. Or I have problems in my chemistry class. Who can I go to?<\/strong>
Answer: You may contact the Chemistry Department Chair (chemistrychair@bellevuecollege.edu)

Question: I really enjoy taking chemistry. How do I get more involved? <\/strong>
Answer: We have a chem club and other clubs which support students interested in STEM. https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/science\/clubs\/
BC Student Engagement: https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/organizations\/<\/a>

Question: What careers are available in chemistry?<\/strong>
Answer: Talk to your chemistry instructor and check out this resource from the American Chemical Society: https:\/\/www.acs.org\/content\/acs\/en\/careers\/chemical-sciences.html

Question: I am really struggling with chemistry. Where can I get help?<\/strong>
Answer: The best thing you can do is ask your instructor for additional help and resources – let them know you are struggling and try to attend office hours. There is also a Science Study Center which is staffed by faculty\/tutors in most science disciplines. We also have an Academic Success Center with one-on-one and group tutoring available. Check this site for more details: https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/science\/tutoring\/
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