Chemical and ionic equilibria, acid-base theory of aqueous solutions and selected principles of electrochemistry and spectrophotometry. Students learn to standardize measuring devices, complete several gravimetric and volumetric experiments, and complete at least one quantitative electromechanical or spectrophotometric experiment. Completion of CHEM 133 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 133 or consent of instructional unit. Completion of specific learning objectives and employer evaluation. The first of a 3-quarter sequence designed for students seeking a career in science or medicine.
Chemistry is aliphatic and alicyclic compounds is covered emphasizing a mechanistic approach.
Specific topics covered include molecular obitals, hybridization, resonance, acids and bases, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, substitution, addition, elimination and rearrangement, reactions, properties and synthesis of alkanes, alkenes and alkynes, and spectroscopic methods of structural analysis. A grade of C or better in CHEM 132 or 133 and consent of instructional unit. The second of a 3-quarter sequence designed for students seeking a career in science or medicine. Mechanistic approach applied to synthesis and reactions of free radicals, alcohols, ethers, organometallic compounds, conjugated unsaturated systems, aromatic compounds and aldehydes and keytones. A grade of C or better in CHEM 211.