CHEM 113
Introductory General Chemistry Laboratory
Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Principles and techniques of chemical measurements. Concepts introduced in general chemistry lecture courses reinforced.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Fixed
6
Other Prerequisites
Chem 112 or Chem 106 or concurrent enrollment (preferred). Chem 201 or concurrent enrollment.
Note
Students will be charged for non-returnable materials and the cost of any breakage. Attendance at both the lecture and lab is required.
Title
Precise Quantitative Measurements
Learning Outcome
Perform precise quantitative measurements using volumetric glassware, analytical balances, and electrochemical and spectrophotometric instrumentation.
Title
Application of Chem 111 and Chem 112 to Laboratory Measureme
Learning Outcome
Apply concepts of quantum mechanics, kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics taught in Chem 111 and Chem 112 to laboratory measurements.
Title
Separation and Classification of Inorganic Cations and Anion
Learning Outcome
Apply a basic understanding of descriptive chemistry introduced in Chem 112 to the separation and classification of inorganic cations and anions.
Title
Record Laboratory Procedures
Learning Outcome
Record laboratory procedures and results neatly and concisely in a laboratory notebook
Title
Report Experimental Results
Learning Outcome
Report experimental results in a manner that gives proper attention to sources of experimental error.
