CHEM 102 General Chemistry I
Spring 2008
Course Directors
102A/C -Tom Hummel - 7 Chem Annex102B Jeremy Weaver - 107 Chem Annex
Description
For students who have some prior knowledge of chemistry. Principles governing atomic structure, bonding, states of matter, stoichiometry, and chemical equilibrium; descriptive chemistry of the elements and coordination compounds.
Students in the College of Engineering may not drop CHEM 102 after the first day of class without a dean's approval.
Credits
(3 hours) Students may not receive credit for both CHEM 102 and 202.Computer Usage
Students will do some homework assignments using WebCT. The Chemistry Learning Center, 212 Chem Annex has computers and other materials for student use. TAs are available here at specific times for consultation.
Course Prerequisites
Credit in or exemption from MATH 012; one year of high school chemistry or equivalent. Placement into 102 by the Chemistry Placement Test recommended.
All students enrolled in CHEM 102 should also enroll in CHEM 103.
Required Materials
102
- Chemistry, 7th ed., Zumdahl
- Interactive Course Guide, 2008, by DeCoste. Houghton Mifflin Publishers
- Handouts for Chemistry, Spring 2008. Stipes Publishing
Students need to buy the Houghton Mifflin shrink-wrapped package of the materials above. - Students should also obtain an inexpensive calculator for use in class
Optional Materials
102A
- Study Guide to Chemistry, 7th ed., by Kelter
- Partial Solns. for Chemistry, 7th ed., by Zumdahl, Hummel, & Zumdahl
- Past Hour Exams, Chem 102, Fall 2006 - Spring 2007, Stipes Publishing
