Chemical Technology and Chemical Technology Operator Certificate (CMT & CMTOC)
Chemical Technology (CMT)
Chemical technicians use sophisticated chemical/biochemical methods and cutting-edge instrumentation to analyze chemical and pharmaceutical substances and evaluate their properties.
The Chemical Technology degree program prepares students to become laboratory technicians or research associates in high-tech research and development or quality control laboratories, academic institutions, and government facilities. Graduates often are employed in chemical manufacturing; polymer/plastic labs; or food/beverage, pharmaceutical, or environmental industries and organizations.
Graduates of the Chemical Technology program earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and many continue their education in a bachelor’s degree program in chemistry, biology/biotechnology, chemical engineering, or a pre-professional degree such as pre-pharmacy, pre-medicine, pre-dental, or pre-veterinary medicine.
For more information, please contact the Engineering and Information Technologies Division at (513) 569-1743.
To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.
Chemical Technology Operator Certificate (CMTOC)
The Chemical Technology Operator Certificate prepares students for positions in process technology industries, including chemical blending, processing, and manufacturing; food/beverages; pharmaceuticals; bioscience; and petrochemicals.
Students gain technical skills needed to manage basic control of systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures, and transfer of products. Students also learn basic operation of pumps, valves, and vessels, as well as safety and quality standards.
Students who earn the certificate may continue their education in the Chemical Technology associate's degree program.
For more information, please contact the Engineering and Information Technologies Division at (513) 569-1743.
To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.
Chemical Technology (CMT)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMT 111 | Chemical Technology 1 ( T) | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| CHE 121 & CHE 131 | General Chemistry 1 and General Chemistry 1 Lab ( G) | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 151 | College Algebra ( G) | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| XXX XXX Arts/Humanities or Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| CMT 112 | Chemical Technology 2 ( T) | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| CHE 111 | Bio-Organic Chemistry ( B) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CHE 122 & CHE 132 | General Chemistry 2 and General Chemistry 2 Lab ( B) | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| MAT 152 | Trigonometry ( B) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| CMT 291 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Chemical Technology ( T) | 1 | 40 | 2 |
| Semester 4 | ||||
| CMT 220 | Analytical Chemistry ( T) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| COMM 110 | Public Speaking ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| XXX XXX Technical Elective 1 (T) | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| XXX XXX Science Elective 1 (T) | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| Semester 5 | ||||
| CMT 230 | Chemical Instrumental Analysis ( T) | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| CMT 285 | Chemical Research ( T) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| XXX XXX Science Elective 2 (T) | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| XXX XXX Technical Elective 2 (T) | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| XXX XXX Technical Elective 3 (T) | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Semester 6 | ||||
| CMT 292 | Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Chemical Technology ( T) | 1 | 40 | 2 |
| Total Credits: | 50 | 116 | 65 | |
Electives
| First Year Experience Elective | ||
| FYE 100 | College Survival Skills | 1 |
| FYE 105 | College Success Strategies | 2 |
| FYE 110 | Community College Experience | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities Elective or Social/Behavioral Science Elective | ||
| Any ART, CULT, FRN, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, SPN, THE | 3 | |
| or, Any CRJ, ECO, GEO, HST, POL, PSY, SOC | 3 | |
| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ENG 103 | English Composition 2: Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | English Composition 2: Business Communication | 3 |
| Technical Electives | ||
| CHE 201 & CHE 211 | Organic Chemistry 1 and Organic Chemistry 1 Lab | 5 |
| CHE 202 & CHE 212 | Organic Chemistry 2 and Organic Chemistry 2 Lab | 5 |
| MAT 131 | Statistics 1 | 3 |
| MAT 132 | Statistics 2 | 3 |
| MAT 251 | Calculus 1 | 5 |
| MAT 252 | Calculus 2 | 5 |
| MAT 253 | Calculus 3 | 5 |
| or, Any BIO or PHY listed in Science Electives, if not used as Science Elective | ||
| or, Any EVT, CET, EET, EMET, MET, PSET, SET | ||
| Science Electives | 8 | |
| Select one of the following series: | ||
| Biology 1 and Biology 2 | ||
| Physics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based and Physics 2: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based | ||
| Physics 1: Calculus-Based and Physics 2: Calculus-Based | ||
| or, Any two of the following courses: | ||
| Environmental Science: Conservation and Cleanup | ||
| Environmental Geology | ||
| Environmental Science: Ecology and Ecosystems | ||
Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.
- This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
- The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.
The letters G, B, and T (displayed after course titles or elective descriptions) identify types of courses required by the Ohio Department of Higher Education as part of an associate’s degree curriculum.
G = General Education course in this curriculum
B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum
T = Technical course in this curriculum
Chemical Technology Operator Certificate (CMTOC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CMT 171 | Chemical Operator 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| CMT 111 | Chemical Technology 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| CHE 100 | Basic Chemistry | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| MAT 124 | Applied Algebra and Geometry | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CMT 112 | Chemical Technology 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| CMT 172 | Chemical Operator 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| EVT 115 | OSHA 40-Hour Course | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| EVT 187 | Materials Transportation Safety and Security | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| EVT 160 | Solid and Hazardous Waste Management | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 22 | 21 | 31 | |
Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.
- This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
- The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.
Chemical Technology (CMT)
- Students will determine and demonstrate safe lab practices and use of lab safety resources.
- Students will utilize basic laboratory equipment and techniques.
- Students will develop an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments, and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- Students will effectively utilize lab tools in accurate/precise solution preparation.
- Students will apply a variety of lab calculations common in chemical analysis.
- Students will be able to compile and evaluate experimental data.
- Students will design and conduct an individual research project showing mastery of experimental design and project completion.
CHE Courses
CHE 100 Basic Chemistry
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.
An introductory course on concepts in chemistry. Topics include: dimensional analysis and problem solving, physical and chemical properties of matter, organization of the periodic table, writing and manipulating formulas, stoichiometry, gas laws, equilibrium, and acids and bases.
Prerequisites: ENG 085 and MAT 093 (minimum grade C for both), or appropriate placements
CHE 105 Everyday Chemistry
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.
A course for non-science majors on the relevance of basic principles of chemistry to daily life. Topics include: laboratory/data analysis, matter classification, the periodic table, compound formation, chemical reactions, synthesis/analysis of consumer products, and the global impact of consumerism.
Prerequisites: ENG 085 and MAT 093 (minimum grade C for both), or appropriate placements
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
CHE 110 Fundamentals of Chemistry
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A college-level general chemistry course for non-majors. Topics include: atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, properties and states of matter, acids and bases, and equilibrium.
Prerequisites: ENG 085, and MAT 096 or MAT 105 or MAT 124 (minimum grade C for all), or appropriate placements
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
CHE 111 Bio-Organic Chemistry
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
Study of foundational concepts of organic chemistry and biochemistry. Topics include: types of organic compounds and representative reactions, and biochemical compounds and reactions.
Prerequisites: CHE 110 (minimum grade C) or CHE 121 and CHE 131 (minimum grade C for both)
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
CHE 115 General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A survey of basic general, organic, and biological chemistry. Topics include: dimensional analysis, problem-solving strategies, atomic structure, chemical bonding, reactions, acid-base chemistry, attractive forces, functional groups, structure/reactions of major macromolecules, and metabolism.
Prerequisites: ENG 085, and MAT 096 or MAT 105 or MAT 124 (minimum grade C for all), or appropriate placements
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
CHE 121 General Chemistry 1
4 Credits. 4 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A general chemistry course for science majors. Topics include: measurement systems; composition, properties, and reactions of elements and compounds; states of matter; atomic structure and bonding; and solution chemistry.
Prerequisites: High School Chemistry (within three years, minimum grade B) or CHE 100 or CHE 110 (minimum grade C for both), and MAT 124 or MAT 096 (minimum grade C for both), and ENG 085 (minimum grade C), or appropriate placements
Corequisites:
CHE 131
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 122 General Chemistry 2
4 Credits. 4 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A continuation of CHE 121. Topics include: kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, acid-base and solubility equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and chemistry of transition elements.
Prerequisites: CHE 121 and CHE 131 (minimum grade C for both) and MAT 125 or MAT 151 or MAT 153 (minimum grade C for all)
Corequisites:
Take CHE-132
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 131 General Chemistry 1 Lab
1 Credit. 0 Lecture Hour. 3 Lab Hours.
A laboratory course that accompanies CHE 121.
Prerequisites: High School Chemistry (within 3 years, minimum grade B) or CHE 100 or CHE 110 (minimum grade C for both), and MAT 124 or MAT 096 (minimum grade C for both), and ENG 085 (minimum grade C), or appropriate placements
Corequisites:
CHE 121
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 132 General Chemistry 2 Lab
1 Credit. 0 Lecture Hour. 3 Lab Hours.
A laboratory course that accompanies CHE 122.
Prerequisites: CHE 121 and CHE 131 (minimum grade C for both)
Corequisites:
CHE 122
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 201 Organic Chemistry 1
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
An organic chemistry course for students preparing for science-related employment or additional science education. Topics include: principles of carbon chemistry including bonding, structure, mechanisms, properties, reactions, synthesis, acids, and bases.
Prerequisites: CHE 122 and CHE 132 (minimum grade C for both)
Corequisites:
CHE 211
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 202 Organic Chemistry 2
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.
A continuation of CHE 201. Topics include: mass spectrometry; infrared, ultraviolet/visible, and NMR spectroscopies; aromaticity; chemistry of benzene, carboxylic acids, amines, aldehydes, and ketones; and oxidation and reduction.
Prerequisites: CHE 201 and CHE 211 (minimum grade C for both)
Corequisites:
CHE 212
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 211 Organic Chemistry 1 Lab
2 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 4 Lab Hours.
A laboratory course that accompanies CHE 201. Laboratory experiences include: general organic laboratory techniques; isolation, purification, and identification of organic compounds; simple synthesis; and determination of unknowns.
Prerequisites: CHE 122 and CHE 132 (minimum grade C for both)
Corequisites:
CHE 201
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 212 Organic Chemistry 2 Lab
2 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 4 Lab Hours.
A laboratory course that accompanies CHE 202. Laboratory experiences include: simple, complex, and multistep synthesis; and isolation, purification, analysis, and identification of organic compounds.
Prerequisites: CHE 201 and CHE 211 (minimum grade C for both)
Corequisites:
CHE 202
Ohio Transfer Module Approved
Ohio Transfer Assurance Guide Approved
CHE 311 Chemistry and Analysis of Food 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
The first part of a two-semester biochemistry sequence for students seeking a bachelor's degree in Culinary and Food Science. Topics include: structure, nomenclature, chemical reactions, acid-base chemistry, and functionality of food components including water, sugars, carbohydrates, and lipids; and chemistry of changes that occur during food processing, storage, and utilization of these components.
Prerequisites: CHE 115 and MAT 151 (minimum grade C for both), and instructor consent
Instructor Consent Required
CHE 312 Chemistry and Analysis of Food 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A continuation of CHE 311. Topics include: structure, nomenclature, chemical reactions, acid-base chemistry, and functionality of food components including proteins, enzymes, flavors, colorants, and other food nutrients and additives; chemistry of changes that occur during food processing, storage, and utilization of these components; and analysis of food components.
Prerequisites: CHE 311 (minimum grade C), and instructor consent
Instructor Consent Required
CMT Courses
CMT 111 Chemical Technology 1
1 Credit. 0 Lecture Hour. 3 Lab Hours.
A course on fundamental concepts and techniques in chemical technology. Topics include: the chemical technology major at Cincinnati State, career development, professional communication, chemical technicians' roles in industry, using Microsoft Office Suite, industrial/laboratory safety and hygiene, and laboratory statistics.
Prerequisites: None
CMT 112 Chemical Technology 2
1 Credit. 0 Lecture Hour. 3 Lab Hours.
A continuation of CMT 111. Topics include: maintenance, calibration, and use of laboratory glassware and equipment; solution preparation skills; laboratory math and statistics; and using computers for data analysis.
Prerequisites: CMT 111
CMT 171 Chemical Operator 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.
A course on the Process Industry and the roles and responsibilities of Process Technicians. Topics include: applied chemistry and physics; process industry equipment; occupational safety; and skills and attitudes needed to succeed as a Process Technician.
Prerequisites: None
CMT 172 Chemical Operator 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.
A continuation of CMT 171, emphasizing chemical systems and operational processes and responsibilities of a Process Technician. Topics include: instrumentation, systems used in process technology operations, process documentation (P&ID's and PFDs), start-up and shut-down requirements, and process operator responsibilities.
Prerequisites: CMT 171
CMT 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None
CMT 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 191
CMT 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 192
CMT 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 193
CMT 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 194
CMT 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Chemical Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 195
CMT 220 Analytical Chemistry
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A course on quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis with emphasis on wet chemical techniques. Topics include: sample preparation; volumetric, gravimetric, electrochemical, and separation methods; and statistical treatment of data.
Prerequisites: CMT 112, CHE 122, and CHE 132
CMT 230 Chemical Instrumental Analysis
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.
A course on quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis. Topics include: instrumental techniques, electrochemistry, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, gas and liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and statistical treatment of data.
Prerequisites: CMT 220
Corequisites:
CMT 285: Chemical Research
CMT 285 Chemical Research
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.
Students apply knowledge of instrumental analysis to complete an independent research project, including developing a procedure, performing necessary testing, applying statistical techniques, and incorporating the data into a formal report and oral presentation.
Prerequisites: CMT 220
Corequisites:
CMT 230: Chemical Instrumental Analysis
CMT 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Chemical Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None
CMT 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Chemical Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 291
CMT 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Chemical Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 292
CMT 294 Internship 1: Chemical Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 111
CMT 295 Internship 2: Chemical Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.
Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CMT 294
Faculty
Program Chair/Advisor
Ann Fallon, MS
ann.fallon@cincinnatistate.edu
Co-op Coordinators
Jennifer Geiger, BS
jennifer.geiger@cincinnatistate.edu
James (Doug) Woodruff, MBA
james.woodruff@cincinnatistate.edu
Advisors
Wendy Steinberg, MS
wendy.steinberg@cincinnatistate.edu
Carole Womeldorf, PhD
carole.womeldorf@cincinnatistate.edu