CH 104 Introduction to General Chemistry

The first term of the standard General, Organic and Biological Chemistry sequence. Designed for students needing a laboratory based introduction to chemistry. Includes measurement, atomic structure, states of matter, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, gases, solutions, equilibrium, and acid/base chemistry. Lecture and laboratory.

Credits

5

Prerequisite

MTH 052 or above with a C- or better OR equivalent placement via the math placement process

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Verbalize, write about, or make/draw models to show knowledge of chemical terms, symbols, and concepts
2. Use quantitative problem-solving techniques at a beginning level
3. Demonstrate use of laboratory materials, methods, and safety procedures
4. Gather and interpret laboratory and other data
5. Use personal computers, graphing software, and internet resources
6. Demonstrate and appreciate scientific processes and ideas
7. Predict chemical composition, shape and properties and use this information to explain natural phenomenon
8. Measure and apply mathematical relationships to scientific observations