General Chemistry 1

Program Overview

General Chemistry 1 (HCHEM-453-DL) is an online asynchronous course that introduces students to the fundamentals of chemistry, including atomic structure, chemical reactions, and gas laws. The course is taught by Dr. Ryan Clauson and includes a lab component that allows students to conduct hands-on experiments using a lab kit. The course is designed for students pursuing health professions and is offered for 4 undergraduate credits at a cost of $2,160.00.

Program Outline

General Chemistry 1 (HCHEM-453-DL)

Degree Overview:

• General Chemistry 1 is the first of two chemistry courses.
• The topics are explained and discussed in the context of clinical applications to different health professions.
• Specific topics include dimensional analysis, introduction to the structure and properties of atoms and molecules, the periodic table, balancing chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and gas laws.
• The required lab component allows students to use a lab kit to conduct hands-on labs.

Outline:

• Course type: Combined Lecture/Lab
• Faculty: Ryan Clauson, PhD
• Credits: 4 undergraduate
• Offered: Online Asynchronous
• Prerequisites: HBIO-450 or equivalent, mathematics including high school algebra, or consent of course instructor
• Cost: $2,160.00 (Fees included)
• Course Activities and Time Commitment:
• Self Directed Learning (3-4 hours): Reading textbooks, articles, watching mini-lectures / problem demos
• Self-Assessments (3-4 hours): Problem sets, mini quizzes
• Lab and Lab Reports (3-4 hours)
• Other Assignments (2-3 hours): Homework assignments, case studies, research summaries, exams
• Discussion Boards (2-3 hours): Initial posting, reading posts, responding to peer posts
• Course Topics:
• Matter and Measurements
• Atoms, Molecules and Ions
• Stoichiometry
• Reactions in Aqueous Solutions
• Thermochemistry
• Electronic Structure of Atoms
• Periodic Properties of the Elements
• Basics of Chemical Bonding
• Molecular Geometry and Bonding Theories
• Gases

Other:

• Course format: This course is fully asynchronous – there are no required meeting times.
• Course activities: are organized into modules of 1-2 weeks in length.
• Contact information:
• Email: rclauson@mghihp.edu
• Admissions requirements
• Application process