CHE 1010 - INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY

credits: 4.0
NOTE: If taking CHE 1008 - INTRO CHEMISTRY PROBLEM SOLVING, must take CHE 1010 with CHE 1008. Do NOT need to take CHE 1008 if taking only CHE-1010. Not intended for science majors. Will cover certain aspect of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these principles to understand the chemistry of living organisms, particularly the human body. The development of modern atomic theory will be explored from a historical perspective. Other topics include: The development of the gas laws, acids and bases, radio chemistry and the genetic code. Objectives: To recognize the chemical bases of certain physiological activities, use the metric system, view chemistry in its historical context, understand the role of experimentation, hypotheses, theory and law, recall the gas laws and apply them to real system such as respiration, critically analyze a certain level of science writing, recognize the components of blood and recall their functions, recognize the normal and pathological components of urine, and to acquire sound laboratory techniques. Method of Instruction: There are three one-hour lectures and one three-hour laboratory session per week. Each laboratory session will begin with discussion of the theory and techniques used in the laboratory. Method of Evaluation: Grade determined on the basis of three one-hour examinations. Weekly quizzes, the comprehensive final examination, a written report and laboratory work. Meets *MQR Distribution Requirements.

Co-Requisite(s): MUST BE TAKEN WITH A CHE 1010L LAB.