CH 181 - General Chemistry I Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Topics include: laboratory techniques, physical properties, use and care of analytical balance, gravimetric determinations, gas laws, molecular weight determinations, solubility and fractional crystallization, chromatography, vapor pressure, heat of vaporization and thermochemistry.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

apply scientific methodology while conducting a laboratory experiment;
make and record observations while independently following detailed written instructions;
organize and plan: time requirements, flow charts, space allocation, equipment location/availability, materials and quantities, handling procedures, waste containment, and report due dates;
demonstrate appropriate laboratory hygiene practices;
apply mathematical analysis;
interpret data using a logical report format;
demonstrate the proper and safe handling of chemicals and lab equipment; and
link associated lecture topics (CH 180) with laboratory exercises.

Prerequisites: Math Placement into Degree Level Math and high school (Regents) chemistry or CH 140
Corequisites: CH 180
F/S (C, N, S)