Basic chemical principles will be covered with an emphasis on the practical aspects of the chemistry of biological systems. Major topics include atomic theory, molecules, chemical bonding, acid-basic equilibria, and organic compounds in order to understand the chemistry of life processes. This course is intended as a general education science elective for all students. The purpose of the course is to integrate chemistry with selected areas in life sciences. The second semester covers aspects of pharmacology assisted by computer aided instruction.
Emphasis is placed on fundamental aspects of chemistry as they apply to health related fields.
Independent research by a student under the supervision of a faculty member. A written report is required at the end of each semester of work. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory. The general principles of chemistry as they apply to both gravimetric and volumetric analysis are studied. The laboratory work is designed to illustrate representative methods and techniques.