Chemistry 111

Course Objective: The course objective is for students to gain competency (in recognizing concepts and problem solving) in basic areas of general chemistry as suited for the non-science major.

Student Learning Outcomes: The student is expected to recognize and apply the following concepts to problem solving:

• Units of measure and significant figures, unit conversion, density and definitions of matter.
• Basics of atomic theory applied to the atom, basics of the periodic table, correct use of terms, and the basics of nuclear chemistry.
• Writing correct formulas of compounds and inorganic nomenclature as well as electron configuration, Lewis structure, and VSEPR theory.
• Determination of atomic and molecular masses, mole calculations, Avagodro’s number, mole and mass calculations in chemical formulas and chemical reactions, writing balanced chemical reactions.
• Principles of the gaseous state, gas laws (Boyles, Charles, Gay-Lussac, Ideal, Dalton’s) as well as intermolecular forces in liquids and solids and properties of solutions.
• Principles of acid/base theories, pH, buffers, acid-base indicators, and titration