CHEM& 121 - Introduction to Chemistry

5 Credits

Introductory inorganic chemistry course intended for students in health science programs or preparing for general chemistry. Subjects include science and measurement; atomic, ionic and molecular structures; naming chemicals; quantitative relationships within compounds and in reactions; gas laws; solutions; acids and bases; and nuclear reactions and radiation. One credit of laboratory is included.

Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 min 2.0
Placement Eligibility Math 107, 111, 146, 180, 098
Course Note Previously CHEM 121.
FeesCL

Quarters Typically Offered
Summer Day
Fall Day, Evening
Winter Day, Evening
Spring Day, Evening

Designed to Serve Students majoring in allied health fields (dental hygiene, nursing, ultrasound technician, etc.).
Active Date 20200330T21:14:42

Grading System Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
Total Contact Hours 66
Degree Distributions:
AA

Science
Science Lab

Course Outline
Topics include:

Science and chemistry
Matter, measurements, and calculations
Basic atomic structure and atomic masses
Electron configuration, atomic properties, and the periodic law
Compounds, formulas, and nomenclature
Bonding, molecular structure, and intermolecular forces
Chemical reactions and reaction amounts
Solutions, colloids, and solution concentrations
Acids, bases, and salts
Nuclear reactions and effects and uses of radiation

Student Learning Outcomes
Explain and apply scientific reasoning to chemical principles.

Perform measurements and calculations with chemical amounts and metric units.

Relate atomic electron configurations to the periodic law and chemical reactivity.

Name and distinguish between different types of inorganic compounds.

Explain bonding, molecular structures, polarity and how they affect the physical and chemical properties of different compounds.

Recognize and balance various types of reactions (redox, acid/base, etc…) and calculate stoichiometric quantities.

Be able to give reactants or products for radioactive decays.

Perform measurements and observations using basic laboratory techniques.