No previous chemistry required. Develops the fundamental role chemistry plays in daily life and an understanding of scientific and technological issues affecting society. (LAC, gtP)
(3 laboratory) Prerequisite or take concurrently: CHEM 101. Investigation of the chemical world through hands-on activities in the laboratory. For non-science majors. Credit toward Liberal Arts Core given only upon successful completion of CHEM 101. Course fee required.
No credit for chemistry major or minor. Basic chemistry concepts to prepare those with no chemistry background for CHEM 111 or CHEM 281.
Concurrent Prerequisite: CHEM 103. Investigation of chemistry concepts, emphasizing their application to everyday life. Designed to build a conceptual foundation of chemistry and develop basic chemistry laboratory skills.
Co-requisite: CHEM 111L. Either high school chemistry or a grade of C or better in CHEM 103 is recommended prior to taking CHEM 111. Atomic theory, mole concept, stoichiometry, states of matter, formulas, nomenclature, periodicity, bonding and solutions. (LAC, gtP)
(3 laboratory) Co-requisite: CHEM 111. Laboratory to accompany CHEM 111. Course fee required. (LAC, gtP)
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in CHEM 111 and CHEM 111L. Co-requisite: CHEM 112L. A continuation of CHEM 111. Thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, qualitative analysis, electrochemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.
(3 laboratory) Co-requisite: CHEM 112. Laboratory to accompany CHEM 112. Course fee required.