CHM109 Chemistry for the Health Sciences I
An introductory course for students in various health-related programs. Emphasis is placed on practical aspects of inorganic chemistry. Some organic chemistry is introduced. (3 class hours/2 laboratory hours)
Prerequisite: MAT030 or MAT035, ENL108 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Note: Satisfies a Natural or Physical Science general education requirement.
CHM151 General Chemistry I
This course emphasizes the atomic nature of matter, fundamental laws and theories of mass and energy, the periodic classification of elements, chemical bonding, nomenclature, kinetic molecular theory applied to solids, liquids and gases, solution chemistry, and descriptive chemistry. Laboratory studies reinforce the principles and concepts studied in lecture and will initiate the student to sound methods of scientific investigation. (3 class hours/3 laboratory hours)
Prerequisite: MAT040 or MAT045 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores. Co-requisite: ENL101
Offered: Fall, Summer
Note: Satisfies a Natural or Physical Science general education requirement.
BIO151 General Biology I
This first course in a two-semester sequence in introductory biology for science majors or science-interested students is designed to acquaint the student with foundational principles of biology with an emphasis on cellular structure and function. Topics covered will include the basic chemical properties of living things, cellular metabolism, molecular genetics, gene expression and Mendelian genetics. The laboratory features activities and experiments that reinforce the concepts presented in lecture. (3 class hours/3 laboratory hours)
Prerequisites: MAT045 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores. Co-requisite: ENL101
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Note: Satisfies a Natural or Physical Science general education requirement.