Dec 06, 2024  
2024-25 RCC Catalog 
    
2024-25 RCC Catalog
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CHEM 104R - Introductory Chemistry Recitation


1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 65  or MTH 63  or higher-level math course, or designated placement

Corequisite(s):  

CHEM 104 , CHEM 104L  

Course Description: Designed for non-science majors. Introduces the essence of atoms and molecules, chemical bonds, chemical reactions, gases, acids, and bases. Prepares students for work in a laboratory that uses chemicals. Helps students recognize how cells and organisms function. Students must enroll in lecture, laboratory and recitation sections. All three sections must be taken concurrently.

Course Learning Outcomes:

  • CLO#1: Use the metric system, scientific notation, significant figures, and conversion factors to perform introductory chemistry calculations.
  • CLO#2: Use the periodic table as a tool for solving problems in introductory chemistry.
  • CLO#3: Use the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) system to name and write formulas for introductory chemical compounds.
  • CLO#4: Use Lewis structures, electronegativity values, and molecular shapes to draw conclusions about intermolecular forces and states of matter.
  • CLO#5: Write and balance chemical reactions; use balanced equations to perform stoichiometry calculations. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
  • CLO#6: Use energy concepts to explain reaction rates and chemical equilibrium.
  • CLO#7: Describe and calculate properties of aqueous solutions, including acids, bases, and salts.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator (logarithms and scientific notation)

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (10) and a standard RCC delivery of (11) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (12) hours per term.



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