Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

CHEM 108 Introduction to Chemistry

Course Information

Course information
Course Number CHEM 108
Course Title Introduction to Chemistry
Description A one-semester introduction to the field of chemistry, this course is designed to allow the student to understand how chemistry relates to everyday life and to learn some of the language and concepts of chemistry. This course uses a math-based approach . The course is designed to prepare students for Principles of Chemistry I or to be utilized as a general Liberal Arts and Sciences course. Lecture and a 2 hour lab are included. (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent] AND MATH 0085 or a score of 75.5 or higher on the Elementary Algebra portion of the Accuplacer test.) (MNTC 3: Natural Sciences)
Total Credits 4
Total Hours 80
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 3 Credits, 60 Hours
Lab 1 Credit, 20 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent] AND MATH 0085 or a score of 75.5 or higher on the Elementary Algebra portion of the Accuplacer test.

Course Competencies

  1. Use scientific methods of measurement.
  2. Relate matter and energy.
  3. Classify matter.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of atomic models.
  5. Demonstrate the concept of periodicity.
  6. Use the language of chemistry.
  7. Determine the shape and polarity of molecules.
  8. Solve problems involving chemical quantities.
  9. Predict the effects of changes on chemical equilibrium and reaction rates.
  10. Solve problems using the gas laws.
  11. Demonstrate understanding of solutions.
  12. Demonstrate understanding of acids, bases, and buffers.
  13. Demonstrate basic knowledge of radioactivity.
  14. Develop an understanding of basic organic chemistry.
  15. Develop laboratory skills.
  16. Formulate and test hypotheses in the laboratory.
  17. Draw conclusions based on laboratory data and analysis of that data.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

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