Academic Catalog - Chemistry

CHE 101 / CHE 1011 – Introduction to Chemistry I with Lab – GT-SC1 5 Credits
Includes the study of measurements, atomic theory, chemical bonding, nomenclature, stoichiometry, solutions, acid and base, gas laws, and condensed states. Laboratory experiments demonstrate the above concepts qualitatively and quantitatively. Designed for non-science majors, students in occupational and health programs, or students with no chemistry background. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
(Contact hours – 90)
Prerequisite: College Readiness in English and Quantitative Literacy Math

CHE 102 / CHE 1012 – Introduction to Chemistry II with Lab- GT-SC1 5 Credits
Focuses on introductory organic and biochemistry (sequel to Introduction to Chemistry I). This course includes the study of hybridization of atomic orbitals for carbon, nomenclature of both organic and biochemical compounds, physical and chemical properties of various functional groups of organic chemistry, and physical and chemical properties of biochemical compounds along with their biochemical pathways. Laboratory experiments are included. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
(Contact hours – 90)
Prerequisite: College Readiness in English and CHE 101 / CHE 1011

CHE 111 / CHE 1111 – General College Chemistry I with Lab- GT-SC1 5 Credits
Focuses on basic chemistry and measurement, matter, chemical formulas, reactions and equations, stoichiometry. This course covers the development of atomic theory culminating in the use of quantum numbers to determine electron configurations of atoms, and the relationship of electron configuration to chemical bond theory. The course includes gases, liquids, and solids and problem-solving skills are emphasized through laboratory experiments. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
(Contact hours – 90)
Prerequisite: College Readiness in English, MAT 1340 or higher and CHE 1011 or High School Chemistry 

CHE 112 / CHE 1112- General College Chemistry II with Lab – GT-SC1 5 Credits
Presents concepts in the areas of solution properties, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base and ionic equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. This course emphasizes problem solving skills and descriptive contents for these topics. Laboratory experiments demonstrate qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
(Contact hours – 90)
Prerequisite: CHE 111 / CHE 1111 General College Chemistry and MAT 121 / MAT 1340 College Algebra

CHE 211 / CHE 2111 – Organic Chemistry I with Lab 5 Credits
Focuses on compounds associated with the element carbon including structure and reactions of aliphatic hydrocarbons and selected functional group families. The course covers nomenclature of organic compounds, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms such as SN1, SN2, E1 and E2. Laboratory experiments demonstrate the above concepts plus the laboratory techniques associated with organic chemistry.
(Contact hours – 105)
Prerequisite: CHE 112 / CHE 1112

CHE 212 / CHE 2112 – Organic Chemistry II with Lab 5 Credits
Explores the chemistry of carbon-based compounds, their reactions and synthesis including the structure, physical properties, reactivities, and synthesis of organic functional groups not covered in Organic Chemistry I. The course explores functional groups including alcohols, ethers, aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, amines, amides, esters, and carboxylic acids and the reactions and reaction mechanisms of aromatic compounds. An introduction to biochemical topics may be included if time permits. Laboratory experiences demonstrate the above concepts and the laboratory techniques associated with organic chemistry.
(Contact hours – 105)
Prerequisite: CHE 211 / CHE 2111