CHEM 1010 - Introductory Chemistry
4 Credits
Introduces basic principles and concepts of chemistry to students who previously have had no chemistry or who desire a basic review of chemistry. This course is a lab science course designed for non-science majors and for students who need a basic chemistry course before enrolling in college chemistry. Approved safety goggles and a lab apron are required. Prerequisites: MATH 0840 with a grade of “C” or higher OR higher level math placement, either within the last 2 years.
Pre-Requisites MATH 0840
Major Content Areas
Measurement and the metric system
Matter
Early Atomic Theory, Modern Atomic Theory and the Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding: Chemical nomenclature and chemical formulas
The mole concept
Chemical reactions/predicting products, balancing of chemical equations and classification of reactions
Stoichiometry
Solutions
Acids, bases, and salts
Learning Outcomes
Learn the basics of covalent bonding and gain an understanding of Lewis dot structure, molecular geometry and bond and molecular polarity.
Predict how chemical bonding occurs between elements.
Predict products of chemical reactions using chemical nomenclature and other necessary information from various tables; relate chemical reactions to contemporary issues.
Calculate masses and moles of elements and compounds either by themselves or in chemical reactions.
Describe the nature of solutions and actors that affect solubility.
Obtain physical measurements as accurately as the instruments allow.
State the most fundamental laws of chemistry.
Illustrate how each fundamental law of chemistry is used.
Apply methods of scientific inquiry such as the Scientific Method.
Define chemical terms and concepts.
Describe the various atomic models, list the information they convey as well as their shortcomings and limitations.
Understand the concepts of the Law of Conservation of Mass and stoichiometry and apply them when balancing chemical equations.
Describe the differences between acids, bases, and salt solutions, determine their pH, and relate these properties to contemporary issues.
Students will recognize characteristics of hazardous wastes and describe safe handling, storage, and disposal appropriate for this course.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
02 - Critical Thinking
03 - Natural Science
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