CHM 130 - Gen, Org, & Biochemistry

Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Clinic/WkExp Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Local Prerequisite: ENG 025 or ENG 111 and MAT 025, MAT 035, MAT 045, or 100 level or higher
Local Corequisite: CHM 130A

This course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics include measurement, molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, solutions, acid-base chemistry, gas laws, and the structure, properties, and reactions of major organic and biological groups. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. At PCC, emphasis is placed on applications to health and environmental issues.