CHM101 - Chemistry

Subject Title
Chemistry

Subject Description
This course will focus on the concepts and theories of modern chemistry. The behaviour of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions, in conjunction with the changes and relationships in chemical systems will be studied.

Credit Status
An equivalency of Grade 11 University level high school credit. CHM101 is not a Seneca College credit course. However, this course is recognized and allows one to apply to Seneca?s Nursing program.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Matter and Chemical Bonding
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between periodic tendencies, types of
chemical bonding, and the properties of ionic and molecular compounds.
2. Describe how an understanding of matter and its properties can lead to the production of
useful substances and new technologies.

Quantities in Chemical Reactions

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the mole concept and its significance in the analysis of
chemical systems.
2. Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of quantitative chemical relationships in the
home or industry.

Solutions and Solubility

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the properties of solutions, the concept of concentration,
and the importance of water as a solvent.
2. Relate a scientific knowledge of solutions and solubility to everyday applications.

Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the laws that govern the behaviour of gases.
2. Describe how the knowledge of gases is applied in the health care sciences.

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.