2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 20, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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CHEM 108 - Introduction to Chemistry


Credits: 4
Description
Survey of elementary principles of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry, and their application to living systems. For non-science majors and students majoring in nursing and allied health.

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate knowledge of chemical formulas and chemical equations.
  2. Compute chemical calculations, conversions, and the mole.
  3. Diagram electronic structures of atoms and valence electrons.
  4. Diagram covalent and ionic compounds.
  5. Describe and compute the different types of solutions.
  6. Explain acids, bases, and the concept of pH.
  7. Diagram organic compounds with various functional groups.
  8. Analyze oxygen and sulfur containing organic molecules.
  9. Diagram and discuss carbohydrate, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
  10. Explain the metabolism of glucose and the production of CO2 and ATP.

Prerequisite: High school chemistry or Instructor approval



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