General Chemistry I w/Lab ((4 Credits ))

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This course is designed for students pursuing careers in the sciences or who need a more rigorous presentation of chemical concepts than is offered in an introductory course. Students will engage in problem solving and critical thinking while applying chemical concepts. Topics will include the principles of chemistry including atomic theory, electronic and molecular structure, measurement, stoichiometry, bonding, periodicity, thermochemistry, nomenclature, solutions, and the properties of gases. Student Learning Outcomes: -Students will apply the law of conservation of matter and energy. -Students will implement rules of significant numbers to all measurements. -Students will explain the fundamental properties of matter including but not limited to atomic and electronic structure, and periodicity. -Students will apply IUPAC rules of nomenclature. -Students will predict molecular geometry and properties from bonding theories. -Students will predict and explain the products of chemical reactions (e.g., acid-base, oxidation-reduction, precipitation, dissociation).