All students are required to take at least two core courses, usually in their area of research specialization. Core courses are offered in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, and wood chemistry. All course registrations are made in consultation with the student’s advisor and advisory committee. At least 17 hours of the total required for a particular degree must be classroom hours; the remainder comprise course credit for research activity. In addition, each student is expected to attend all scheduled Department colloquia and seminars, and to give one subdisciplinary seminar each year except the first.