CHEM& 139 - General Chemistry Preparation

5 Credits

Intended to prepare students for success in general chemistry. Emphasis on the development of learning strategies for descriptive and quantitative subject matter. Skill development in writing, memorization, visual models, calculators, proportional math and graphing will be applied to preparatory chemistry topics, including the development of atomic theory; electron configurations; bonding; chemical nomenclature; Lewis models; molecular geometries and properties; chemical amounts; empirical formulas; stoichiometry; and solution concentrations.

Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher with a min. 2.0
Placement Eligibility Math 107, 111, 146, 180, 98
Course Note Previously CHEM 150.
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Spring Day

Designed to Serve Students planning to enroll in CHEM& 161 without prior college-preparatory chemistry.
Active Date 20220330T15:33:16

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 30
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
Course Outline
Topics may vary as instructors choose them to fit learning skills. They may include the following, not necessarily in this order.

Introduction to Science and Chemistry (Defining terms)
Atomic Theory (Drawing conclusions form experiments)
Electron Configurations (Modeling)
Atomic Properties (Relating models to observable properties)
Bonding and Classes of Materials (Modeling)
Naming Compounds (Memorization and following syntax rules)
Lewis Models and the VSEPR Theory (Multi-step models)
Intermolecular forces and material properties (Relating models to observable properties, synthesis of concepts)
Scientific Calculators (Calculator usage)
Measurement and Units (Proportional math)
Speed and Energy of Light (Simple algebra and variable symbols)
Atomic Mass and the Mole (Proportional math)
Empirical Formulas (Finding proportions)
Reactions and Stochiometry (Finding and using proportions)
Solution Concentrations (Cumulative problem solving)
Gas Laws (if time allows) (Direct and inverse proportions)

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

Describe and recognize patterns in the characterization of matter and the structure of atoms, molecules, and ions.

Predict and quantify relationships between species in a reaction, including converting between amounts using various units and stoichiometric amounts.

Develop and practice a reflective approach to the learning process.

Name and distinguish between different types of simple inorganic compounds.

Communicate effectively in writing and work effectively with others.