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Introduction to Chemistry II

Credits:

5

Course Description

The sequel to Introduction to Chemistry I, this course will focus on introductory organic and biochemistry.   Topics include the study of hybridization of atomic orbitals for carbon: nomenclature of both organic and biochemical compounds; physical and chemical properties of the various functional groups of organic chemistry, physical and chemical properties of biochemical compoundsalong with their viochemical pathways. Laboratory experiments demonstrate the above topics quantitatively and qualitatively.

Requisites for the Course:

(pre-requisite or co-requisite)  CHE 101 or Instructor Permission

Expected Student Outcomes or Competencies

1. Use hybridization to determine what kind of geometry exists in the structure of a compound.  I, II, III
2. By recognizing what functional group(s) is/are present, decipher what possible chemical activity a compound can undergo.  II, III
3. Show how polarity can influence a chemical reaction and intermolecular interaction.  I, II, III
4. Use the functional group chemistry of organic compounds to determine the chemical activity of biochemical compounds.  II, III
5. Given conditions such as pH, concentration, temperature, enzyme activity, etc., determine outcomes for a biosynthetic pathway.
6. Write or give orally the correct linear process of protein synthesis, including the vocabulary associated with that process.  III
7. Write or orally explain the metabolic pathways, including the vocabulary associated with that process.  III
8.  Given an organic or biochemical structure, give the correct name for that structure.  II, III
9. Given a name of an organic or biochemical compound or structure, draw the correct structure on paper.  II, III
10. Read, analyze, and apply to new situations, written material related to the study of chemistry.
11. Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information in the study of chemistry.

Assessment may be conducted by any one or any combination of the following methods:

1. Skill demonstration
2. Oral presentation
3. Written projects
4. Discussions
5. Laboratory performance
6. Problem solving
7. Standard tests

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  Requirements for Course Outline:

1.       Course Grading Policy (Assignments, assessments, and other evaluation criteria)

2.       Other policies (Attendance, plagiarism, harassment, etc., or, if common, reference to
     location of these policies.)  IE student handbook, catalog.

3.       Semester outline with session by session requirements