CHEM& 100 Preparatory Chemistry (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled Natural Sciences; General Transfer Elective
Prerequisite None
Course Description
A beginner’s class in chemistry for students who are interested in pursuing a career in health sciences and are studying chemistry for the first time or looking to refresh skills. The course focuses on building a strong foundation in the chemistry, data analysis and math skills required for success in Chem& 121 and Chem& 131.
Course Content
A. Chemical equation
B. Atoms
C. Molecules
D. Dimensional analysis
E. Energy
F. Periodic table
G. Chemical bonding
H. Nomenclature
I. Basic stoichiometry
J. States and properties of matter
Student Outcomes
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Use appropriate chemical nomenclature and symbols
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Perform unit conversions and stoichiometric calculations using dimensional analysis
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Analyze data using graphs as part of the scientific method
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Relate an element’s periodic table position to its structure and properties
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Describe the number and arrangement of subatomic particles in atoms and ions
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Explain ionic, non-polar covalent, and polar covalent bonding in terms of electronegativity, electron transfer and electron sharing
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Describe the essential role of chemistry throughout everyday life in healthcare and the environment
Degree Outcomes
Natural Sciences: Graduates use the scientific method to analyze natural phenomena and acquire skills to evaluate authenticity of data/information relative to the natural world.
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
Potential Methods
Quizzes and tests
Instructor observations
Demonstrations
Oral presentations
Group assignments
Classroom participation
Written reports
One-minute papers
Concept maps
Role playing
Self-evaluation
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