CHEM 1010 - College Chemistry

1. Describe, interpret and explain basic chemical concepts;
2. Write routine chemical formulas and name chemical compounds;
3. Write and balance chemical equations and explain the various classifications of chemical reactions based on a chemical equation;
4. Use dimensional analysis to set up and solve problems;
5. Explain the correlation between what is happening in a system as viewed on the macroscopic scale with what is happening on the submicroscopic (atomic or molecular) scale;
6. Relate the properties of elements and compounds based on their chemical structures;
7. Relate how the knowledge obtained in this course applies to physical and biological systems.

Additionally, Students will demonstrate laboratory proficiency in the following areas:

1. Compliance with all safety requirements in a laboratory setting;

2. Knowledge of the location and operation of safety equipment;

3. Safe handling and use of both laboratory chemicals and laboratory equipment in the laboratory setting;

4. Proper and safe disposal of all laboratory chemicals;

5. Safe handling of electrical equipment;

6. Handling/use of laboratory equipment including:

1. lighting a Bunsen burner
2. use of a pipet, balance, buret and other standard laboratory glassware

7. Relating classroom concepts to a laboratory setting;

8. Collection and interpretation of data in the laboratory including creating and analyzing graphical data.

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