Department of Chemistry

Introductory Courses

The Chemistry Department offers two introductory level chemistry courses: CHEM0100 and CHEM0330.

Which first Chemistry Course should you enroll in?

CHEM0100 (Introductory Chemistry)

Designed for students with little or no background in Chemistry. This course meets twice a week, plus a weekly problem session. This course does not have a lab and can only be taken for S/NC (Satisfactory/No Credit). Students who successfully complete CHEM0100 should be well prepared to enroll in CHEM0330 in Semester II. CHEM0100 will be offered in the Fall.

CHEM0330 (Equilibrium, Rate and Structure)

A one-semester course with lecture, conference and laboratory portions. It serves as the foundation course and entry point for all of our other Chemistry courses, and is intended for students who have a solid preparation in Chemistry and have met the mandatory prerequisites. CHEM0330 will be offered in Fall and Spring semesters. Students who wish to review for the placement exam or CH330 are welcome to use the Chem Web Tutorial.

Introductory Courses FAQs

Additional Information

The Department of Chemistry offers three distinct concentrations: Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Chemical Physics.
CHEM-Web is a free online tutorial that helps students review general chemistry and prepare for the Chemistry placement exam.