Foundational Concepts and Study Skills for General Chemistry

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Chemistry is a central science that provides critical knowledge for many majors. Chem11 is intended as an on-ramp into STEM and the Chem 31A/B course for students with minimal background in chemistry. Content will focus on the mastery of foundational skills that are only briefly reviewed in Chem 31A including unit conversions, writing and balancing different types of chemical reactions, determining empirical formulas, molecular weights, mass percentages, and stoichiometry. Lectures will provide active individual and group practice with critical problem solving and study skills necessary for success in college STEM courses. The course will also incorporate mentor groups that will support and travel with students into Chem 31A the following year. Prerequisites: Math 18; Placement through the Autumn General Chemistry Placement Test. See the following website for more information on course placement: https://chemistry.stanford.edu/academics/undergraduate-program/how-choose-your-first-class. Note: This course is not eligible for transfer credit.