Syllabus: General Chemistry

Course Description

This introductory General Chemistry course focuses on the study of matter, its structure, properties, transformations, and applications. It provides foundational knowledge for further studies in science, engineering, and health-related fields.

General Objective

• Understand fundamental principles of chemistry.

• Apply these principles to solve problems related to physical and chemical phenomena.

Learning Outcomes

• Explain atomic structure and the organization of the periodic table.

• Interpret chemical bonding and properties of compounds.

• Solve stoichiometric problems.

• Analyze states of matter and solutions.

• Apply concepts of chemical equilibrium, acids, and bases.

Course Topics

• Unit 1: Introduction to Chemistry and Measurements

• Unit 2: Atomic Structure and Quantum Theory

• Unit 3: Periodic Table and Periodic Properties

• Unit 4: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry

• Unit 5: Chemical Reactions and Stoichiometry

• Unit 6: States of Matter

• Unit 7: Solutions and Concentrations

• Unit 8: Thermochemistry

• Unit 9: Chemical Equilibrium

• Unit 10: Acids, Bases, and Ionic Equilibrium

• Unit 11: Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry

Teaching Strategies

• Lectures

• Problem-solving sessions

• Laboratory work

• Collaborative learning

• Case studies and application activities

Assessment Methods

Basic Bibliography

• Brown, LeMay, Bursten. Química: La Ciencia Central

• Chang y Goldsby. Química

• Petrucci, Herring, Madura. Química General