CHM 110 - College Chemistry I

Class: 3 Lab: 3 Credits: 4
This is the first course in a sequence which includes the following topics: atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, and equilibria.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 100, RDG 100, MAT 110 and (CHM 100 or high school chemistry) with a minimum grade of “C”.

Course Topics:

Classification of matter
The units and numbers of measurement
Unit conversion
Properties of elements including atoms, electrons and nuclei
Radioactive properties of atoms, nuclear reactions
Naming of binary compounds and acids
Calculate molar masses, yield and percent yield of a chemical reaction
Study of types of reactions
Periodicity and structure of an atom
Study of ionic bond and main group chemistry
Study of covalent bonds and molecular structure
Properties and behavior of gases

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:

A scientific calculator (no cell phone calculator)
Safety goggles for the laboratory
Solutions manual (optional) for McMurry & Fay’s Chemistry
All lecture notes will be posted on the Science Department Website.
Any additional resources (handouts) will be provided to the Student by the Instructor.

Grading System:
A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Explain the significance of the representative group numbers and period numbers.
Utilize the periodic table to predict the trends of atomic size, ionization energy, electron affinity and electronegativity.
Describe the four fundamental differences between a chemical reaction and a nuclear reaction.
Successfully complete any unit conversion required in general chemistry using equalities and the mathematical truth that any number can be multiplied by one (1).
Perform stoichiometric analysis using properly balanced chemical equations.

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Required materials for all online courses
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Proctored Exams

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Official Course Syllabus
2020-2021