Chemical Technology - Lake Superior State University

Chemical Technology from Lake Superior State University is a Campus Associate Chemistry degree that prepares you for a Science career. Program Description: The associate of applied science degree prepares students to work as chemical technicians . It also easily fts within any of a number of existing baccalaureate degrees, providing the student a stepping stone to an advanced degree , as well as increased marketability for summer jobs and internships. Chemical technicians and technologists conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analysis of solids, liquids and gaseous materials for purposes such as maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical or practical application of chemistry and related sciences. Nationally, the mean hourly wage is $15.46 (National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates http://stats.bls.gov). Chemical technicians work in a variety of jobs for manufacturing companies, testing labs, government labs, for public utilities, and for universities. Career Descriptions: Laboratory Chemist ? Has knowledge of EPA methods for volatile and semi-volatile analysis; works with other chemists to perform laboratory analysis. Field Chemist ? Applies chemical knowledge to environmental and health issues; supervises field technicians; and packages chemicals for transport and disposal. Customer relations skills are essential. Physical Science Technician ? Performs the chemical analysis of plant and animal tissues, soils, sediments, and waters for environmental contamination, including sample receipt, storage, extraction cleanup and digestion analysis. View more details on Lake Superior State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Chemistry courses.