CHEM 1000 - Introduction to General Chemistry

A course for students with insufficient background for college level chemistry which develops skills essential to a working understanding of the science of chemistry. Instruction and practice in the fundamental tools for solving chemical problems: chemical formulas, chemical equations, stoichiometry, measurement units, conversions. An introduction to the nature of matter is developed. Enrollment is restricted to students without high school chemistry or to those who demonstrate inadequate retention of their chemistry background. This course credit will not apply to curricular requirements of chemical science at this university and should be followed by CHEM 1100 or CHEM 1030.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: One of the following: MATH 1100 or Math 1110 or Math 1180 (with a minimum grade of “C” or better in any prerequisite) or ACT minimum score 19 or SAT minimum score 460 or MAPL minimum score 07 or equivalent performance on the Math Placement Exam.

Credits: 3 hours

When Offered: Fall, Spring