Description
This course is the first course in a two-semester sequence of general chemistry. This lecture course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic theory, chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, molecular structure, and thermochemistry. Emphasis is placed on developing quantitative problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and the ability to apply chemical concepts to real-world situations.
Prerequisites
Qualified for MATH 103.
Corequisite Courses
Designation
Diversification: Physical Sciences — DP
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)
- Apply fundamental concepts of matter, measurement, and atomic theory to solve quantitative chemistry problems using dimensional analysis and stoichiometry.
- Write and balance chemical equations, classify different reaction types, predict reaction products, and perform stoichiometric calculations to determine quantities of reactants and products.
- Apply the principles of thermochemistry, including concepts of heat, enthalpy, and the first law of thermodynamics, to analyze and calculate energy changes in chemical processes.
- Describe the electronic structure of atoms using quantum theory, analyze periodic trends, and use models like Lewis structures and molecular orbital theory to predict molecular geometry, polarity, and bonding types.