Chemistry and Society

Catalog description

Fall, Spring 3 Credit Hours For non-scientists that explores societal and technological issues involving an understanding of the important chemical principles. The course emphasizes chemical and scientific literacy as a means to better understand topics such as nutrition, sources of energy, air and water quality, electronics, plastics, bio-molecules, genetics, and medicines. Prerequisite: MATH 0020 or higher or a Math ACT sub-score of 19 or higher. MOTR: CHEM 100