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Saint Paul College Programs
Liberal Arts and Sciences - Chemistry
Program Overview
The Chemistry Department offers courses that provide an understanding of chemical principles across the discipline.
The chemistry faculty believe that an understanding of fundamental chemical principles enables students to make better-informed decisions on a wide variety of issues related to work and life roles. The Chemistry faculty interact closely with students, a diverse population at various levels of academic development, to help them develop capabilities in science and become lifelong learners.
Chemistry courses serve the College and students by providing offerings that satisfy requirements for general education, allied health and pre-professional transfer programs.
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1700 | Chemistry Concepts | 4 |
| CHEM 1711 | Principles of Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| CHEM 1712 | Principles of Chemistry 2 | 4 |
Course Descriptions
CHEM 1700 Chemistry Concepts
This laboratory science course covers the basic concepts of chemistry. Topics include measurements and calculations used in chemistry; the general properties of chemicals; physical characteristics of matter, atoms and elements; basics of chemical bonding; chemical equations and their uses; gases, liquids and solids, solutions, and acids and bases. The course relates chemistry concepts to applications in everyday life. The course is intended for students who have not had a high school chemistry course. (Prerequisite(s): MATH 1510 Introductory Algebra with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 3) 4C/3/1/0
CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1
This course uses the scientific method to study matter, what matter is comprised of, and how matter changes. Basic chemical theory and applications are covered with an emphasis on the principles and theories of atomic molecular structure, periodic properties of elements; thermochemistry; reaction stoichiometry; behavior of gases, liquids and solids; molecular and ionic structure and bonding; organic chemistry and polymers; energy sources and environmental issues related to energy use. The lab component includes the application of chemical concepts through observation, data collection, quantitative measurement, and problem analysis. Approved safety goggles and a lab apron are required.(Prerequisite(s): MATH 1520 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 3) 4C/3/1/0
CHEM 1712 Principles of Chemistry 2
This course is a continuation of CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1 with emphasis on chemical kinetics; radioactive decay; chemical equilibrium; solutions; acids and bases; solubility; second law of thermodynamics; electrochemistry and corrosion; descriptive chemistry of the elements; coordination chemistry; biochemistry; and applications of chemical principles to environmental problems. The lab component of this course provides students with the opportunity to apply chemical concepts through observation, data collection, quantitative measurement, and problem analysis. Approved safety goggles and a lab apron are required. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711 Principles of Chemistry 1 with a grade of "C" or better) (MnTC: Goal 3) 4C/3/1/0
