Chemistry
Chemistry is the study of matter – its composition, properties, and potential transformations. Drawing from physics and mathematics, chemistry is considered “the central science” and is the foundation for life sciences, engineering, and medicine.
Occupations
A chemistry degree is the starting point for career paths ranging from medical professions to analytical lab work in a variety of industries from water quality to winemaking.
• Quality control analysts
• Forensic Toxicologists
• Chemists
• Chemical engineers
• Food scientists and technologists
• Chemical technicians
• Medical and clinical laboratory technologists
• Chemistry teachers
• Technical and scientific product sales representatives
• Bioengineers and biomedical engineers
• Calibration technologists and technicians
Contact Information
Division
Science and Engineering
Building 1000
Phone: (707) 256-7727
Dean
Robert Van Der Velde
Senior Dean, Arts and Sciences
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Robert.Vandervelde@napavalley.edu
Phone: (707) 256-7768
Program Coordinator
Joshua M. Hanson, Ph.D.
Professor, Chemistry
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Jhanson@napavalley.edu
Phone: (707) 256-7261
Faculty
Sara Kurtoic, Ph.D.
Professor, Chemistry
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Skurtoic@napavalley.edu
Forest Quinlan, Ph.D.
Professor, Chemistry
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Fquinlan@napavalley.edu
Phone: (707) 256-7264