CHM 1105
Contemporary Chemistry

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CHEMISTRY 1105 (IAI P1 903) 4 credit hours

Contemporary Chemistry, CHM 1105, is an introduction to chemical concepts using practical issues and application to illustrate the principles of chemistry. Topics covered are the language of chemistry, scientific method and measurement, experimentation with data collection, and current issues with application to chemical principles.

This 4-semester hour credit science course is intended for liberal arts majors and well as those individuals that wish to gain an appreciation of how chemistry impacts their daily lives. CHM 1105 fulfills the IAI (Illinois Articulation Initiative) requirements and credit is given as a laboratory science course in the General Education category.

One year of high school algebra is recommended. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

Note: Students will find more basic information by linking to the Syllabus. The Syllabus serves as the informal contract between us; select the FAQ link for answers to some frequently asked questions.

I would encourage you to read all of the above items prior to but certainly after you enroll of the course. The course materials provides a listing of the specific material that will be covered, the associated assignments, a calendar of due dates and other specific course information. The course materials will be available at the start of the quarter -- not before! Access to these materials will be through the Anlon Course Management system which will require a further login and password.

In the meantime, please make sure that you are ready to start the course by having your computer ready!

Welcome and I hope that this course is a profitable learning experience for you.

Chris