Preparation for General Chemistry

Students will study: exponential notation, significant figures, dimensional analysis, metric system, density, symbols, chemical formula and equations, percentage composition and simplest formula, atomic mass, mole concept, stoichiometry, solutions molarity, classification of matter, gases, periodic table and some descriptive chemistry. They will also perform experiments in the laboratory.

Prerequisites: Mathematics 10 (C or better)

Corequisites: MATH 1093 or 1117 or ABEM 0011 or MATP 1011or Principles of Mathematics 11 (with a C or better) 

Chemistry in the World Around Us

Students will gain an understanding of the chemical world around them by learning the answers to questions such as: What is the difference between natural source and synthetic Vitamin C? What is Olestra? Why shouldn't I mix ammonia and bleach when cleaning? Students will gain an understanding of and learn about the skills necessary to make informed decisions on scientific matters.

This is an exploratory course in chemistry for non-science students. No prior study of chemistry is required. This course may be used to partially fulfill: lab science requirements for Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts degrees; liberal education requirements for any of Kwantlen's baccalaureate degrees; or science requirements for an elementary education program. This course may not be used for credits for students in science, or as a pre-requisite for further chemistry courses.

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Introductory Chemistry

Students will learn about: thermochemistry, freezing point depression, boiling point elevation, liquids and gases, solutions, acids and bases, ionic equilibria, chemical equilibria, and oxidation and reduction, after a quick review of the content of CHEM 1094. They will also perform laboratory work.

Prerequisites: (CHEM 1094 or Chemistry 11 [C+]) or Chemistry 12 [P]) and (MATH 1093 or 1117 or ABEM 0011 or ABEM 0082 or MATP 1011 or PSPM 1082 or Principles of Mathematics 11)

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

The Structure of Matter

Students will study the modern view of atomic structure, nuclear chemistry, theories of bonding and molecular structure, organic chemistry (properties and reactions of the major functional groups and isomerism) after a brief review of stoichiometry, gases and the treatment of experimental data. Students will also perform experiments in the laboratory.

Prerequisites: (CHEM 1105 or [Chemistry 12 with a C+]) and (MATH 1093 or 1117 or ABEM 0011 or ABEM 0082 or MATP 1011 or PSPM 1082 or [Principles of Mathematics 12 with a C] or [Principles of Mathematics 12 with a P plus Placement Test]) 

Corequisites: MATH 1112 or (MATH 1111 and 1113) is strongly recommended

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Chemistry for Engineering

Students will learn about stoichiometry, gases, liquids, solids and solutions, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. They will also perform laboratory work.Note: This course may not be used for credit for students in science, or as a pre-requisite for further chemistry courses. This course is designed for students transferring to an engineering program.

Prerequisites: (CHEM 1105 or [Chemistry 12 with a C+]) and (MATH 1112 or [MATH1111 and 1113] or [Principles of Mathematics 12 with a B])

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Chemical Energetics and Dynamics

Students will learn about topics including liquids, solids and solutions, a review of redox reactions, electrochemistry, the laws of thermodynamics, equilibrium, acids and bases, ionic equilibria, and chemical kinetics. They will also perform experiments in the laboratory.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1110 and ([MATH 1112 or higher level] or [MATH 1111 and 1113] or [Principles of Mathematics 12 with a B])

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Physical Chemistry

Students will study chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and spectroscopy at a second-year level with the appropriate mathematical rigour. They will also apply these physical chemistry principles in a lab setting.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1210 and (MATH 1220 or MATH 1230)

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Physical Chemistry for Life Sciences

Students will study chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and spectroscopy at a second year level without some of the mathematical rigor commonly associated with a second-year physical chemistry course.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1210 and (MATH 1120 or 1130 or (1140 with a C+ or better))

Corequisites: MATH 1220 or 1230

Analytical Chemistry

Students will learn the fundamental concepts of analytical chemistry. They will study quantitative analysis of aqueous solutions and solid samples, experimental design and data analysis, as well as spectroscopic and chromatographic methods. Students will engage in extensive laboratory work and practical applications.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1210

Organic Chemistry I

Students will study the fundamental aspects of modern organic chemistry as illustrated by the structure, physical and spectroscopic properties and reactions of alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, dienes, alkynes, halogen compounds, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes and ketones. They will also perform experiments in the laboratory.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1210 (or CHEM 1110 with a B or better)

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Physical-Inorganic Chemistry

Topics covered in this course are: properties, bonding, structure and reaction of coordination compounds, spectroscopy, chemical kinetics, reaction rate theories, solution equilibria and electrochemistry. The laboratory component of this course stresses analytical and inorganic methods in Chemistry.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1210 and (MATH 1120 or MATH 1130)

Corequisites: MATH 1220 or MATH 1230

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)

Organic Chemistry II

Students will study the structure and reactions of aromatics, polycyclic aromatic and heteroaromatic compounds, and their enolates, and an introduction to the chemistry of fats, carbohydrates and proteins. They will also perform experiments in the laboratory. Note: This course is a continuation of CHEM 2320.

Prerequisites: CHEM 2320

Transferable (refer to transfer guide)