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CHEM 1407 - Introductory Chemistry II

4 credit hours. 3 lecture hours. 3 lab hours.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1405 .
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This is a continuation of CHEM 1405 . Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students. Other topics include radioactivity and nuclear changes. Most of the semester is devoted to the study of carbon compounds with emphasis on physiological chemistry. Includes a laboratory portion related to the lecture material. The student should consult an advisor on the use of this course in a degree sequence.

Additional Fees: Lab Fee $24

Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will: Understand the general structure of the different organic families. Know the basic physical and chemical properties of the different organic families. Use appropriate nomenclature to name the different organic molecules. Understand the basic structure of the important bio-molecules. Understand the basic function of the important bio-molecules. Use basic apparatus and apply experimental methodologies used in the chemistry laboratory. Demonstrate safe and proper handling of laboratory equipment and chemicals. Conduct basic laboratory experiments with proper laboratory techniques.



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