Emphasis is placed on mathematical solutions and laboratory techniques.
Biomedical chemistry concepts, simple stoichiometry, determining and balancing equations, and pH calculations will be stressed. Intended for students with no chemistry background or those in need of review. This is the first of a sequence of courses in fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature, formulas and equations, common substances and reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, solutions, and equilibria. Lab requirement supplements lectures.