CH 130 - Principles of Chemistry I

1. Explain macroscopic properties of various types and phases of matter as they result from the fundamental nature of atoms, isotopes, ions, subatomic particles, molecules;
2. Apply the tools that allow scientists to quantitatively communicate including dimensional analysis, proper usage of significant figures, chemical nomenclature, the various ways of writing chemical reactions, and technical writing;
3. Drawing from the electronic structure of the elements, describe and model how bonding occurs;
4. Perform stoichiometry calculations to predict quantities and yields in chemical reactions including gases and solutions;
5. Quantify heat and energy transfer and understand the nature of chemical potential energy and enthalpy changes of reactions;
6. Interpret molecular geometry and covalent bonds from molecular formulas.

Offered:  Fall semester