Jun 02, 2026  
2026-27 RCC Catalog 
    
2026-27 RCC Catalog
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CHEM 227Z - General Chemistry I Laboratory


1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 95  or higher-level math course, or designated placement

Corequisite(s): CHEM 221Z  

Course Description: Experiments correspond to the topics covered in CH/CHE/CHEM 221Z  including the fundamentals of chemical measurements, quantitative relationships in chemical analysis, and understanding atomic and molecular structure. CH/CHE/CHEM 227Z is the laboratory component; CH/CHE/CHEM 221Z  is the lecture course. 

Course Learning Outcomes:

  • CLO#1: Follow standard safety procedures while working with chemicals and equipment in a laboratory setting. 
  • CLO#2: Keep an accurate and detailed laboratory record. 
  • CLO#3: Measure, calculate, and report data and results using proper units and appropriate measures of uncertainty. 
  • CLO#4: Analyze experimental results qualitatively and quantitatively with measures of accuracy and precision. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
  • CLO#5: Interpret and communicate the results of experiments applying chemical concepts in CH/CHE/CHEM 221Z  in a clear and concise manner. 
  • CLO#6: Investigate chemical concepts in CH/CHE/CHEM 221Z  qualitatively and quantitatively using scientific methods.

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lab
Course meeting hours minimum: 30
Course meeting hours standard: 33
Course meeting hours maximum: 36

ACTI Code, Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate



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