Course Course Summary Section 1 Content Section 1 Content Left Section 1 Content Right Credit Type: Course ACE ID: SAYA-0028 Organization's ID: CHEM101 Organization: Saylor Academy Location: Classroom-based Length: 76.85 hours Dates Offered: 5/1/2022 - 4/30/2025 6/1/2018 - 4/30/2022 Credit Recommendation & Competencies Section 2 Content Section 2 Content Left Section 2 Content Right Level Credits (SH) Subject Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Natural or Physical Science Description Section 3 Content Section 3 Content Left Section 3 Content Right Objective: The course objective is to provide a detailed introduction to the basic principles and methods of chemistry, which are the foundation to all subsequent chemistry courses. Learning Outcomes: Define chemistry Distinguish between the physical and chemical properties of matter Convert measurements into scientific notation Describe electron configurations Name ionic and covalent compounds using the rules for nomenclature of inorganic compounds Explain the relationship between enthalpy change and the tendency for reactions to occur Distinguish between mixtures and pure substances Describe the arrangement of the periodic table Perform mathematical operations involving significant figures Explain the law of conservation of mass, the law of definite composition, and the law of multiple proportions Summarize the essential points of Dalton's atomic theory Define what an atom is Draw Lewis structures for molecules General Topics: Matter and measurements The atom Bonding Chemical formulas and equations States of matter Thermochemistry and thermodynamics Acid-base and oxidation-reduction reactions Nuclear chemistry Instruction & Assessment Section 4 Content Section 4 Content Left Section 4 Content Right Instructional Strategies: Audio Visual Materials Computer Based Training Practical Exercises Methods of Assessment: Examinations Minimum Passing Score: 70% Supplemental Materials Section 5 Content Section 5 Content Left Section 5 Content Right Section 6 Content Section 6 Content Left Section 6 Content Right Button Content Rail Content 1 Other offerings from Saylor Academy ARTH101: Art Appreciation (SAYA-0036) BIO101: Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology (SAYA-0019) BUS101: Introduction to Business (SAYA-0020) BUS103: Introduction to Financial Accounting (SAYA-0021) BUS105: Managerial Accounting (SAYA-0009) BUS200: Business Ethics (SAYA-0047) BUS202: Principles of Finance (SAYA-0022) BUS203: Principles of Marketing (SAYA-0023) BUS204: Business Statistics (SAYA-0037) BUS205: Business Law (SAYA-0024) View All Courses Page Content