CHE 120L - General Chemistry Laboratory I
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Course Coordinator
Dr. Laura Padolik
Course Description
Experiments describing principles of chemistry as well as those describing physical and chemical properties of elements and compounds. A general education course (science inquiry). COREQ: CHE 120.
Department Student Learning Objectives
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Use laboratory equipment, how to make measurements using appropriate precision and make observations to identify chemical and physical changes.
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Use a laboratory record book, record data, analyze date and write lab reports including introductions and discussions.
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Carry out syntheses; calculate theoretical yield, percent yield and percent errors.
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Carry out qualitative and quantitative analyses using techniques such as precipitation, titration, calorimetry and spectroscopy.
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Determine and evaluate experimental errors and their impact on results.
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Use computer programs to analyze data.
Sample Syllabus
Course Schedule
For current semester course offerings please see the NKU Schedule of Classes. The table below contains all courses offered by the department of chemistry.