Chabot College
Fall 2002
Replaced Fall 2010
Course Outline for Chemistry 10
INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
Catalog Description
10 - Introduction to Chemistry
4 units
A non-mathematical survey of the basic concepts of chemistry that stresses a humanistic approach.
Designed for non-science majors. Topics include basic structure, properties and reactivity of matter and
energy as they relate to environmental issues, nutrition, medicine, material science and other current topics.
May not be taken for credit if Chemistry 1A or Chemistry 31 have been completed. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours
laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 52.5, laboratory 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcome for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
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explain basic structure and components of matter;
explain relationships between chemicals (reactivity) and energy;
identify and describe ways that chemistry affects everyday life;
explain scientific principles and make informed choices as to environmental, medical and/or
nutritional decisions;
apply and explain the scientific method as it relates to chemistry;
follow laboratory safety rules;
perform basic measurements.
Course Content:
Lecture
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Matter
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States of matter
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Classifications of matter
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Physical and chemical properties of matter
Basic atomic structure
Radioactivity
Energy and energy sources
Chemical bonding
a.
Nonpolar and polar covalent (following the Octet Rule)
b.
Ionic
Intermolecular forces
Basic chemical kinetics
Basic chemical thermodynamics
Chemical reactivity
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Basic oxidation/reduction reactions
b.
Basic acid/base reactions
Basic introduction to Organic Chemistry
Basic introduction to Biochemistry, Nutrition and Medicinal Chemistry
Laboratory
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Laboratory safety
Chabot College
Course Outline for Chemistry 10, page 2
Fall 2002
Course Content - continued:
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Basic laboratory techniques
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Measurement of volumes, masses and lengths
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Solubility and extraction
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Filtration
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Measurement of radioactive half-life using Geiger Counter
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Synthesis of esters and polymers
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Paper chromatography
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture and discussion
Demonstrations
Laboratory exercises
Use of models, films, and overheads
Distance Education video lessons
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments
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Homework assignments involving end of the chapter questions that cover terminology and
concepts
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Laboratory experiments that enhance the concepts covered in lecture such as use of
models to represent three dimensional shapes of molecules and observing acid/base
reactions using various indicators
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Written laboratory exercise that requires students to design, perform and evaluate an
experiment following the scientific method
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Written laboratory exercise that requires students to identify and evaluate the use of
chemistry in current events
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
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Homework
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Quizzes
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Written lab report
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Midterm exams
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Final exam
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Written assignments that encourage critical thinking and analytical reasoning
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Conceptual Chemistry, Suchocki, Benjamin Cummins, 2000
Special Student Materials:
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Safety goggles approved for chemistry lab
Lab coat or apron (optional)
Calculator
revised 2/1/02