CHEM 1170 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I-II (5 credits)
Intended for students with significant backgrounds in chemistry, the course is a combination of CHEM 1180 and CHEM 1190 completed in one semester. This course also includes a lab section. During lecture, the following topics will be covered: introductory quantum theory, electronic structures, bonding theory, gas laws, solution properties and reactions, acid-base theory, ionic equilibria, complexation, oxidation-reduction, thermodynamics and kinetics. The laboratory will include the introduction of basic laboratory skills and scientific experimental design.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1330 or equivalent in the last two years (C- or better); OR ACT Math subscore of 26 in the last two years; OR ALEKS/Accuplacer score of at least 6 in the last two years; AND AP chemistry exam score 3 or greater; OR instructor permission.
Distribution: Natural/Physical Sci General Education lecture&lab