SCI 245 - General Chemistry I

4 Credits
FALL

Basic concepts of physical chemistry are introduced. Principles covered include properties of matter, nomenclature, atomic theory and structure, stoichiometry, the periodic table, solution chemistry, thermochemistry, quantum mechanics, bonding theories and molecular geometry. One laboratory per week.

Prerequisite: Two years of high school Algebra (including Algebra II) or a math ACT score of at least 20 or a math SAT score of at least 480. Also, previous experience in high school chemistry or permission of the instructor.