Chemistry for Health

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce students interested in careers in nursing and allied health professions to the fundamental principles of chemistry, emphasizing topics relevant to healthcare. It provides a foundation in chemical concepts needed to understand body processes, pharmacology, and diagnostics. Including concepts of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. The lab component will complement the lecture allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge through practical, hands-on experiments. Students who register for CHM 130 must also register for a CHM 130 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 130 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 130L .