Not recommended for science concentrations. An academic core course covering the basic concepts of modern chemistry, including metric system, atomic structure, periodic chart, bonding, reactions, nomenclature, and practical applications. Topics include general and organic chemistry and biochemistry and their relationship to current societal issues such as pollution, food, and drug development.
Laboraratory exercises provide experience in observation, experimentation, and analysis.
Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. CHE 212 Conceptual approach to modern chemistry. Topics include atomic theory, laws and theories concerning physical and chemical behavior. Emphasis given to structure of atoms and molecules and the nature of chemical bonding. CHE 213 Continuation of CHE 210.