Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Analyze the rates of chemical reactions using chemical kinetics and factors that influence reaction rates.
2. Predict the direction of chemical reactions and the behavior of solutions with the concepts of chemical equilibrium and Le Chatelier’s principle.
3. Evaluate the properties of acids and bases, their role in chemical reactions and buffer systems, and connections to chemical equilibrium.
4. Interpret thermodynamic principles such as entropy, enthalpy, and free energy to predict the spontaneity of reactions.
5. Examine electrochemical reactions and their applications in modern technology.
6. Describe the structure, function, and reactions of simple organic compounds.
7. Explain fundamental nuclear chemistry concepts and their applications in energy production and medicine.
8. Describe the structure and function of biomolecules found in living organisms.
9. Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory skills through experiments and data analysis with computational tools.