Description
This course is an introduction to the basics of college chemistry. Topics include chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-bases, acid-base equilibrium, solubility equilibrium, entropy, electrochemistry, coordination, and nuclear chemistry.
Prerequisites
Qualified for MATH 103.
Corequisite Courses
Designation
Diversification: Physical Sciences — DP
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)
- Use various quantitative and algebraically-based mathematical methods to solve problems related to dimensional analysis, graphic analysis, statistical analysis and molar stoichiometry.
- Use appropriate qualitative and quantitative chemical symbolism, nomenclature, chemical classification scheme, atomic and molecular modeling and bonding theories.
- Classify properties of substances and their states as being pure or mixtures.
- Apply observation, classification, prediction, inference, measurement, making operational definitions, hypothesizing, experimentation, modeling, theorizing and evaluation as a means to solve chemical-related problems.
- Integrate a knowledge of chemistry in addressing environmental problems, examining the benefits and hazards of chemical applications and discussing questions of scientific ethics.