9 courses with the subject CHEM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CHEM 100Descriptive Chemistry4
(3 lecture, 2 lab) Course Description This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts, procedures, and applications of chemistry to the world in which they live. This course is for non-science majors, pre-nursing students, and those preparing for the sciences. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite MATH091 or concurrent registration. Students must be eligible for enrollment in ENGL101 based on plcmt. test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL029 or ENGL030 and/or ENGL034 or ENGL035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL101 prereqs. Text Bauer, R., Birk, J., & Marks, P. (2025). Introduction to chemistry with Access (6th ed.). Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill. Objectives
(3 lecture, 3 lab) Course Description This course introduces the concept of the atom and its structure, bonding theories, and chemical periodicity. Attention is given to chemical nomenclature and stoichiometric calculations. The behavior of solids, liquids, and gases is presented with an emphasis on problem-solving. This course is intended for students majoring in science, engineering, and related fields. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite A grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 100 or in a high school chemistry course taken within the past five years Corequisite MATH 101 Text Burdge, J. & Overby, J. (2026). Chemistry: Atoms first w/Connect ( Evergreen Release). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Cengage Learning (2017). General chemistry lab manual ( 2 nd ed.). Mason, OH: Cengage. Objectives
(3 lecture, 3 lab) Course Description This course stresses the application of chemical principles and solution chemistry. The course includes the study of equilibria, kinetics, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. This course is intended for students majoring in science, engineering, and related fields. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite Grade of “C” or better in CHEM 101. Corequisite MATH 102 or with instructor’s permission. Text Burdge, J. & Overby, J. (2026). Chemistry: Atoms first w/Connect ( Evergreen Release). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Cengage Learning (2017). General chemistry lab manual ( 2 nd ed.). Mason, OH: Cengage. Objectives
CHEM 103Modern Instrumental Methods In Chemical Analysis1
(1 lecture, 2 lab) Course Description An introduction to modern instrumental methods in chemical analysis will be conveyed. Emphasis will be on electrochemical analysis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. The course will develop concepts which are fundamental to measurement systems. Field trips may be required. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite CHEM 101 or equivalent. Text No textbook required. Objectives The student will be able to A. Utilize the theories and applications of electrochemical cells B. Apply theories and methods of determination using ultra-violet and visible spectroscopy C. Define theories and applications of atomic absorption D. Apply theories and methods of determination using chromatography E. Analyze fundamental theory of Mass Spectrometry and X-ray diffraction Content A. Electrochemical cell and basic electroanalysis techniques B. Electronic (ultraviolet-visible) absorption spectroscopy C. Infrared spectroscopy D. Atomic absorption spectrometry E. Gas-liquid chromatography F. Mass spectrometry G. X-ray diffraction Student Evaluation Evaluation is based upon attendance, competency in using instrumentation, and a final report with an oral presentation
(3 lecture, 2 lab) Course Description As a fast growing technology, nanotechnology has transformed manufacturing, energy, health care, electronics, cosmetics, clothing, and nearly every area of modern life. Here is a course designed to introduce students to the fascinating details beyond the traditional microscopic realm. Topics include the basic concepts, techniques, and applications of nanotechnology. This course is for both science and non-science majors. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Note Fall semester only. Text No text required. Objectives
(3 lecture, 2 lab) Course Description This course looks at science through the lens of the kitchen. We will address the underlying scientific principles that support the cooking, baking, and cleaning that occurs in the everyday kitchen. This course is designed for the nonscience major as a glimpse into the science that shapes our lives every day. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Prerequisite BUSN 121 or MATH 090 OR Corequisite MATH 091 AND Prerequisite Students must be ENGL 101 eligible. Text Ball, D., Hill, J., and Scott, R. (2011). The basics of general, organic, and biological chemistry . Saylor Foundation. https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/the-basics-of-general-organic-and-biological-chemistry Wolke, R. (2002). What Einstein told his cook (2nd ed). New York: W. W. Norton & Company. Objectives
(3 lecture, 2 lab) Course Description This course for non-science majors introduces the student to the basic scientific theory and techniques used in criminal investigation. Topics include crime scene processing; forensic medicine; toxicology and chemistry; and analysis of bodily fluids/DNA, trace/contact evidence, and firearms-related evidence. This course meets the General Education competency of Scientific Reasoning (SR). Text Houck, M. M., & Siegel, J. A. (2015). Fundamentals of forensic science (3 rd ed.). Boston, MA : Elsevier, Academic Press. Objectives
(3 lecture, 4 lab) Course Description This course is intended for science majors, engineers, and those in related fields. This course covers the major organic functional groups, the major reaction mechanisms, and stereochemistry. Laboratory experiences are used to support and clarify those areas as well as teach general organic techniques. Note Fall semester only. Prerequisite CHEM 102 or permission of instructor. Text Wade, L. & Simek, J. (2017). Organic chemistry (9 th ed.). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Pearson. Zubrick, J.W. (2020). The organic chem lab survival manual : A student’s guide to techniques (11 th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. Objectives
(3 lecture, 4 lab) Course Description This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I and is intended for science majors, engineers, and those in related fields. The course emphasizes organic reaction mechanism, functional groups, conjugated systems, instrumental analysis, and an introduction to carbohydrate chemistry. Laboratory experiences are used to support and clarify theory discussed in class, as well as unknown analysis via chemical and instrumental methods. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite CHEM 221 or permission of instructor. Text Le Couteur, P., & Burreson, J. (2003). Napoleon’s buttons: How 17 molecules changed history. New York, NY: Jeremy P. Tarcher/Penguin. Wade, L. & Simek, J. (2017). Organic chemistry (9th ed.). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Pearson. Zubrick, J.W. (2020). The organic chem lab survival manual: A student’s guide to techniques (11th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. Objectives
