Preparatory Chemistry

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General

Prefix

CHEM

Course Number

160

Course ID

00016346

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Introductory course for students who have had no high school chemistry. Preparatory course for 210. Scientific method, measurements, basic chemical principles and chemical calculations. This fulfills the laboratory science liberal education requirement for nonmajors. Lab.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

4

Max

4

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

Yes

MN Goal Designation(s)

03

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Solve quantitative chemistry problems using appropriate dimensional analysis (including reaction stoichiometry, solution preparation, thermochemical calculations and behavior of matter in the gas phase).

Outcome

Describe the structure and behavior of matter (atoms, molecules and ionic substances) using appropriate models (Lewis and VSEPR). Apply knowledge of chemical structures to intermolecular forces and properties of liquids.

Outcome

Demonstrate fluency in chemical nomenclature.

Outcome

Recognize different types of chemical reactions (precipitation, acid-base, redox)

Outcome

Engage in safe practices in the laboratory

Outcome

Demonstrate fluency in the periodic table of elements and in understanding periodicity in properties of atoms, ions, and compounds

Dependencies

Courses

CHEM160 is a prerequisite for:

Programs

CHEM160 is a completion requirement for: