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CHM 101 Introduction to Chemistry ... 3

Prerequisites: One of the following must be completed: MAT 098, ASMNT A121

Introduction to basic principles of chemistry, including inorganic, analytical, physical and organic chemistry. Emphasizes practical applications, including health and environmental applications.

Corequisites: CHM 103

CHM 103 Introduction to Chemistry Laboratory ... 1

Hands-on course with emphasis on proper laboratory techniques and experimental activities that illustrate concepts studied in CHM 101.

Corequisites: CHM 101

CHM 115 General Chemistry I ... 5

Prerequisites: MAT 121 or higher with a minimum grade of C and 1 year of High School Chemistry or CHM 101 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.

Study of how compounds are formed and named, chemical equations, calculations and problem-solving involving elements, compounds and chemical equations including stoichiometry, thermochemistry; properties of gases, solids, solutions, and acids and bases. Experiments introduce basic lab skills and aspects of qualitative and quantitative analysis.

CHM 116 General Chemistry II ... 5

Prerequisites: Completion of CHM 115 with a grade of C or better.

Continuation of Chemistry I. Includes study of chemical equilibria, acid-base chemistry, complex ions, thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction reactions, nuclear chemistry, and introduction to organic chemistry. Experiments continue to introduce and improve laboratory skills and problem solving.

CHM 222 Quantitative Analysis ... 3

Prerequisites: CHM 116, with a grade of C or better.

Introduction to volumetric, spectrophotometric, and gravimetric chemistry. Focus on instrumental analysis and advanced chemical laboratory skills. Additional laboratory time may be required.

CHM 240 Organic Chemistry I ... 3

Prerequisites: CHM 116, with a grade of C or better.

Introduction to structure, nomenclature, properties, synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic carbon compounds.

CHM 241 Organic Chemistry II ... 3

Prerequisites: CHM 240, with a grade of C or better.

Continuation of study of structure, nomenclature, properties, synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic carbon compounds with emphasis on chemistry of carbonyl compounds.

Corequisites: CHM 243

CHM 243 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory ... 2

Prerequisites: CHM 240, with a grade of C or better or equivalent.

Hands-on introduction to laboratory techniques and procedures of organic synthesis and identification.

Corequisites: CHM 241

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