Bridges the gap between a general chemistry course and biochemical concepts of other health-related sciences. Measurements, calculations, atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and related energy changes. Topics include the chemistry of gold mining, chemical reactions in the kitchen, air pollution, and cutting-edge research chemistry. Includes field trips. Basic principles of inorganic chemistry and descriptive chemistry of the elements presented through lecture and laboratory exercises.
Laboratory includes investigation of chemical properties, synthesis, characterization and analysis.
Aqueous chemical equilibrium as applied to chemical analysis, separations, spectrophotometry, potentiometry, and factors considered in the analytical approach. Introduction to the ethical values seen in scientific research and medicine. Presents important theories of values and ethics. Examines dilemmas of doctors, scientists and research administrators. Focus on planning efficient experiments, assuring reliable results, and specific operations done in the lab.