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May 26, 2024
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2021-2022 Catalog Archived
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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.
For SCC Online Courses: If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies: Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Academic Misconduct
- Add/Drop period
- Appeals Process
- Class Attendance
- Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
- Classroom Conduct/Expectations
- Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Withdrawal Policy
Official Course Syllabus 2021-2022
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