Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022

CHEM 1101 General Chemistry I

Introduction to the transformation of matter in chemical reactions and the energy changes that accompany these reactions. States of matter, stoichiometry and atomic structure are treated in detail. Lecture.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MATH 1100 or equivalent.

Corequisite

CLAB 1101 or passing grade in CLAB 1101

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. Achieve knowledge in the natural sciences by developing a basic understanding of science and the scientific method. 
  2. Display an understanding of the chemical principles of atomic and molecular structure, reactions and properties.
  3. Perform calculations involving conversion between units, and reactions with matter and energy changes. 
  4. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of scientific measurements and be familiar with the principles, laws, and equations that govern our understanding of chemical combination related to the structure and composition of matter.