CHEM096 Chemical Calculations (Experimental)
Department of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics: Chemistry
- I. Course Number and Title
- CHEM096 Chemical Calculations (Experimental)
- II. Number of Credits
- 1 credit
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 750
- IV. Prerequisites
- MATH095 (C or better) or Math Placement Test score of 5
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
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One-hour lecture per week.
This course is to enhance the mathematical background for anyone who lacks the mathematical foundation needed for success in CHEM101, an introductory chemistry course.
This course does not serve as a replacement for MATH095, MATH103, or MATH120.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course helps develop a strong foundation of mathematics required to be successful in CHEM101. Topics include foundational arithmetic operations, basic algebra, dimensional analysis, graphing, and solving word problems. This course is recommended for students with a C grade in MATH095 currently enrolled in CHEM101.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- solve simple algebraic equations, simplify basic algebraic expressions, and apply the results to solve chemical problems;
- prepare basic linear graphs, and determine an equation of the line;
- solve operations involving dimensional analysis for unit conversion, stoichiometry problems, and concentration of solutions; and
- apply mathematical skills to draw conclusions from experimental data.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- Basic Arithmetic (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division)
- Operations with integers
- Operations with decimals
- Operations with fractions
- Carrying out options to the correct number of significant figures.
- Dimensional Analysis (Carry out Multi-Step Unit Conversions)
- Conversions - distance - inches, feet, yards, miles
- Conversions - teaspoon, tablespoon, cups, pints, quarts, gallons
- Conversions - metric area and volume
- Conversions - dosages and medicine
- Conversions - percentages and concentrations
- Basic Algebra
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division properties of equality
- Solving basic algebraic equations
- Using and applying formulas
- Solving formulas for one variable
- Multiplication of polynomials and exponent rules
- Multiplication of monomials
- Distributive property
- Multiplication of polynomials
- Exponent rules
- Scientific Notation and Operations with Scientific Notation
- Applications (Complex Word Problems)
- Basic Arithmetic (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division)
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Course learning goals will be continuously assessed by periodic written examinations, class exercises, and assigned work. -
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Students will use approved text, and handouts, STEM Learning Center, and computer programs. Please refer to the course syllabus for specific information.
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Experimental 3/2018