First course in a two-semester sequence covering elementary principles of general, organic and biochemistry designed for allied health majors. Topics to be covered include elements and compounds, chemical equations, nomenclature, and molecular structure. Manipulate simple algebraic equations for problem solving Extract relevant information required to solve problems and identify the desired goal. This course addresses the general education outcome relating to communication as follows. Students develop their reading comprehension skills by reading the text and handout materials.
Students develop their learning skill through lecture and small group problem solving.
Lecture material is presented that is not included in the text or handout material and is included as part of the exams or test. Students develop their reading and writing skills through the use of problems and activities developed specifically to enhance their understanding of certain chemistry principles. Students provide written or oral solutions to these problems in both individual and group format. They must also deal with short-answer type questions on course exams. Students learn individual and group problem solving and critical thinking skills by doing problems both in the classroom settings during the lecture.