Chabot College
Fall 2005
Replaced Fall 2006
Course Outline for Chemistry 30A
INTRODUCTORY AND APPLIED CHEMISTRY
Catalog Description:
30A - Introductory and Applied Chemistry
4 units
Chemistry of inorganic compounds, atomic theory, bonding, equations, gas laws, solutions, acid-base theory
and oxidation-reduction. Designed to meet the requirements of certain programs in allied health and
technological fields and for general education. Prerequisite: Mathematics 65 or 65B (completed with a grade
of "C" or higher. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory).
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course the student should be able to:
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write using set theory notation;
apply order of operations to simplify algebraic expressions;
solve linear equations in one variable;
solve and graph linear inequalities in one variable;
graph linear equations in two variables by various methods;
add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials;
apply the formula for squaring a binomial;
factor special products, general trinomials, and polynomials with four terms;
add, subtract, multiply, divide and simplify rational expressions;
apply algebraic methods to solve word problems;
solve quadratic equations by factoring, using the principle of square roots, and using the quadratic
formula;
solve systems of equations by graphing, substitution and elimination;
apply the properties of integral exponents;
solve formulas for any given variable;
solve rational equations;
find the slope of a line from the graph, from the definition and from the slope-intercept equation of
the line;
find the equation of a line using the point-slope equation;
convert between scientific notation and standard notation.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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make unit conversions in the metric system;
describe the structure of the atom in terms of protons, neutrons and electrons;
write electron configurations using the periodic table;
perform calculations using the mole concept;
identify properties of states of matter;
use standard nomenclatures;
write balanced equations for chemical reactions including those in aqueous solution
and those involving elementary oxidation-reduction;
describe gas laws qualitatively and quantitatively;
define concentration units of solutions and use these definitions in problem solving;
describe properties of solutions;
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Course Outline for Chemistry 30A, page 2
Fall 2005
Expected Outcomes for Students – continued:
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identify and describe effects of intermolecular forces;
interpret reactions according to acid-base theory;
use the pH scale to compare acidity;
write balanced net and total ionic equations;
use Le Chatelier's principle to predict the qualitative effects of changes in
concentration, temperature and pH on an equilibrium;
describe factors affecting the rates of reactions;
describe types of nuclear radiation, isotopes and their half-life, nuclear reactions,
units, and medical/industrial uses;
perform laboratory experiments in an efficient, safe and purposeful manner;
collect and analyze scientific data;
use an electronic balance and various pieces of volumetric glassware;
record laboratory observations in a useful, detailed manner;
perform a titration.
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Matter and Energy
Atomic theory
Compounds and chemical bonds
Intermolecular forces
Moles and simple stoichiometry
States of matter and gas laws
Chemical energy, including specific heat problems
Water and solutions
a. molarity
b. equivalents/normality
c. percent concentrations
d. electrolytes
e. net ionic equations
Acid/Base chemistry
a. Arrhenius theory
b. Bronsted-Lowry theory
c. pH scale and simple calculations
d. hydrolysis
e. buffers
Equilibrium
a. definition
b. LeChatelier's Principle
Kinetic Molecular Theory
Oxidation-reduction
a. definitions of oxidation and reduction
b. recognition of redox reactions
Introduction to nuclear chemistry
a. alpha, beta and gamma decay
b. half-life and simple calculations
c. uses and biological effects of radiation
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Course Outline for Chemistry 30A, page 3
Fall 2005
Course Content - Laboratory Material:
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Measurements
a. accuracy
b. precision
c. basic significant figures
d. common units of measurements
i. metric units
ii. English units
Safety in the laboratory and proper disposal of waste materials
Techniques of collecting and analyzing data to reach conclusions
Qualitative and quantitative experiments in the laboratory, including
a. conductivity of solutions
b. measurement of density
c. direct observations of reactions
d. experimentation with gas laws
e. experimentation with acids/bases including pH measurement, titration and buffers.
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Informal lecture with student questions encouraged
Audio-visual materials, which may include any of the following
a. molecular models
b. periodic tables
c. films
d. transparencies
e. computer simulations
f. PowerPoint presentations
Demonstrations of chemical reactions and related phenomena
Laboratory experimentation, including individual and group work
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments
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Read the chapter on measurements in your textbook. Be able to answer all the endof-chapter questions.
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Read the laboratory discussion/procedure for titration. Be able to answer the pre-lab
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Titrate a sample of unknown concentration of a monoprotic acid against a
standardized base to determine the concentration.
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Determine the density of various samples by taking appropriate measurements.
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Homework
b. Quizzes
c. Written lab reports
d. Tests
e. Final Examination
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Course Outline for Chemistry 30A, page 4
Fall 2005
Textbook(s) Typical:
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K. Timberlake, General, Organic and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life, Platinum Edition:
Benjamin Cummings, 2003
F. Bettelheim, W. Brown and J. March, Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry, 7th
Edition: Thomson/Brooks/Cole, 2004
Special Student Materials:
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Safety goggles approved for Chemistry laboratory
Scientific calculator
Laboratory coat/apron
DG:al
revised: 9/2005