MWCC College Catalog 2008-2009 — Chemistry

CHE107 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I

4 credits
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental principles of matter and energy. Emphasis is placed on solving numerical problems. The course covers the study of atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, and stoichiometry. Laboratory work is correlated with class discussion. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100, MAT120, or placement. Fall.

CHE108 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II

4 credits
A continuation of CHE107 General Chemistry I, this course covers such topics as behavior of gases and liquids, solution theory, chemical kinetics, equilibrium calculations, oxidation-reduction and electro-chemistry, and a survey of organic chemistry. Laboratory work is correlated with class discussion. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE107. Spring.

CHE120 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

4 credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of chemistry with the emphasis on the chemical principles found in the water, soil, waste stream, and air. There will be practical application of basic chemistry to the field sampling of the above listed environmental components with discussion of their relationship to environmental health. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: MAT120 or placement; RDG100, ENG100, or placement. Offered occasionally.

CHE203 INTRODUCTION TO INORGANIC, ORGANIC, AND BIOCHEMISTRY

4 credits
This class is an introduction to the fundamentals of inorganic and organic chemistry as a foundation for biochemistry. Basic concepts of biochemistry provide students with knowledge of the chemistry related to the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids and the interactions of enzymes, hormones, and vitamins as an integral part of the metabolic pathways. An integrated laboratory provides students with skills and understanding of analytical techniques, such as pH measurement, spectrophotometry, electrophoresis, and ion specific electrodes. Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100, or placement, MAT120.