CHM-121 General Chemistry I
The first semester of a comprehensive two-semester general chemistry course. General principles of chemistry are introduced, including atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical calculations, classification of chemical reactions, nomenclature, kinetic theory of gases, ionic and covalent bonding, liquids and intermolecular forces to provide a thorough treatment of chemical principles. The course includes both laboratory and lecture. (CHM-105 or high school chemistry is strongly recommended) This course carries SUNY General Education Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) credit.
Prerequisite
MAT-097 or Placement into Math Level 2 or Higher
Course Learning Outcomes
- Explain and apply the fundamental concepts of chemical and physical properties of matter.
- Analyze and interpret data in order to solve chemical problems.
- Utilize fundamental laboratory techniques safely and proficiently.