Exercises and field trips designed to complement and demonstrate the ecological principles developed in the lecture section. The lab emphasizes the scientific method and employs long term group projects. Fundamental principles of chemistry are discussed. Topics include introductions to atomic structure, periodic table, nature of chemical bonds, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, acid-base systems, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, kinetics, and chemistry of selected elements. The basic principles of chemistry illustrated through laboratory investigation.
Qualitative analyses is emphasized.
Experiments to illustrate the physical concepts studied in Physics 152. Calculus based error propagation, laboratory notebooks, and formal reports required. 3 credits - S. Study and practice of oral and written language skills. Class activities are organized around cultural themes that reflect the diversity of the Hispanic world. The course offers the chance to discover and analyze the social and cultural reality of Spain and Hispanic countries.