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CHE 105 - Introductory Chemistry

Class Hours: 3, Units: 3
General Education: Area 5A Physical Science (formerly Area B1)
Prerequisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): CHE 105L  
This course is an introduction to fundamental chemical principles and scientific thought intended for nonengineering majors. Topics covered include scientific method, measurement, properties of matter, periodic trends, atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and stoichiometry, nomenclature of inorganic and organic compounds, heat and energy, gases, solutions, radioactivity and chemical safety. This course does not satisfy the degree requirement for Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering Technology or Facilities Engineering Technology.
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