The states of matter are introduced, gas laws and thermodynamic principles are considered in detail. Problem solving is emphasized. Laboratories reinforce concepts learned in the classroom. High school chemistry or SCI 102 and mathematics at the level of quadratics and logarithms are assumed. Liquid phenomena, solid state kinetics, equilibria, and electrochemistry are studied.
Problem solving is emphasized.
Laboratory reinforces concepts learned in lecture. Bonding models, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy of organic compounds are introduced. Reactivity of alkanes, alkenes, alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers are approached mechanistically. Laboratories stress synthesis, separation and analysis. Four lecture hours, three laboratory hours weekly.