The graduate Certificate in Radiochemistry requires 12 s.h. of credit, including 8 s.h. of online coursework and 4 s.h. of hands-on, in-person laboratory instruction. The certificate is open to students enrolled in University of Iowa graduate degree programs and to individuals who are enrolled in the Graduate College as nondegree students.
The certificate curriculum addresses fundamental concepts, instrumentation, and techniques utilized in radiochemistry, with an analytical chemistry focus. The certificate is designed to serve both working professionals and University of Iowa students; courses are divided into smaller modules offering flexibility in both instruction and student course load.
The graduate Certificate in Radiochemistry requires the following coursework.
Required Online Courses
| Course # | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| All of these: | ||
| CHEM:5121 | Nuclear Physics Concepts | 1 |
| CHEM:5122 | Radiochemistry Separation Concepts I | 1 |
| CHEM:5123 | Radiochemistry Separation Concepts II | 1 |
| CHEM:5124 | Radiochemistry Instrumental Analysis I | 1 |
| CHEM:5125 | Radiochemistry Instrumental Analysis II | 1 |
| CHEM:5126 | Radiochemistry Data Analysis and Statistics | 1 |
| CHEM:5127 | Radiochemistry Quality Assurance | 1 |
| CHEM:5128 | Radiation Safety and Health Physics | 1 |
Required Laboratory Courses
| Course # | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Both of these: | ||
| CHEM:5129 | Radiochemistry Separation Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM:5130 | Radiochemistry Instrumental Analysis Laboratory | 2 |
For questions about the Certificate in Radiochemistry, please contact the Department of Chemistry.
Admission requirements include:
- a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field;
- an undergraduate grade-point average greater than 2.50; and
- two semesters of undergraduate chemistry coursework.
For more information, and how to apply, visit Radiochemistry Graduate Certificate on the Department of Chemistry website.