CHE 103 - World of Chemistry

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
This course meets the Biological and Physical Sciences General Education Requirement.

Learn about fundamental concepts of chemistry. Develop an awareness of the interrelation of chemistry and society. Discuss how scientific knowledge is determined, validated, and applied. Use conceptual approach to study topics including atomic structure, chemical reactions, and applications such as nuclear, biological, and environmental chemistry.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A .

Note: This course does not satisfy curricular requirements for a laboratory science course.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring

Course Outcomes:

Define and use chemical terminology and scientific notation correctly.
Explain the role of various parts of the atom in determining chemical and nuclear reactivity.
Explain how electrostatic force applies to structure, bonding, and chemical reactivity.
Use symbols to write, balance, and describe simple chemical reactions.
In context, discuss how a body of scientific knowledge is built, verified, and communicated.
Determine how goods and substances that we use in our daily lives impact us and the environment.