CHE 111 - Introduction to Chemistry I

Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
This course gives an introduction to chemical concepts and principles. Topics covered: basic definitions, chemical symbols, conversion factors, simple chemical calculations, chemical and physical properties and changes, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, solutions and nuclear reactions. The course assumes no previous knowledge of chemistry and serves as an elective or a science elective for students in liberal arts or career programs.