CHMY 105NL - Explorations in Chemistry

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score; or a grade of “C” or better in M 065~ within the past two years; or Chemistry Department consent.
An investigation of chemistry, including software and other tools, laboratory methods, and problem solving skills, topics in this course include the scientific method and its role in the continued development of chemistry; physical and chemical changes; chemical reactions; atoms, elements, and the periodic table; units of measure; dimensional analysis; uncertainty and propagation of error; states of matter; chemical bonding; writing and balancing chemical equations; naming chemical substances; and solving stoichiometry and limiting reactant problems. Laboratory included. (All Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Explain chemistry on an atomic or molecular level in fundamental theoretical areas and visualize what happens in a chemical change.
Communicate the importance of precision, accuracy, and uncertainty in measurements.
Apply methods of inquiry used by chemists.
Construct a scientific laboratory report including analytical analysis of the work.
Apply the method of dimensional analysis in problem solving.
Explain and demonstrate the importance of chemical safety, cleanliness, and respect in the laboratory and daily life.
Navigate and utilize appropriate software in solving chemical problems.
Apply scientific concepts and methods of inquiry.