BSSCS: CHM 160 – Chemistry for Liberal Studies
Categories: BS in Business Administration, BS in Computer Science
About Course
- This course presents foundational principles of chemistry and their real-world applications, covering topics such as atomic structure, chemical reactions, and the properties of matter.
- Students will develop a basic understanding of chemical concepts and their relevance to various fields and everyday life.
What Will You Learn?
- Describe the fundamental principles of chemistry.
- Understand atomic and molecular structures.
- 3. Perform basic chemical calculations involving stoichiometry.
- Identify different types of chemical reactions.
- Explain the properties of gases, liquids, and solids.
- Apply chemical concepts to everyday life and various professional fields.
Course Content
Week 1: Introduction to Chemistry
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Introduction to Chemistry
02:22 -
LO1: Describe the scope of Chemistry and its role in explaining Matter
11:38 -
LO2: Summarize the steps of the Scientific Method used in chemical study
12:06 -
LO3: Demonstrate how the Scientific Method supports the development of Chemistry
11:08 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Atomic Structure
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Atomic Structure
03:05 -
LO1: Define the arrangement of Atoms with reference to Electrons, Protons, and Neutrons
10:41 -
LO2: Distinguish the characteristics of Subatomic Particles based on Atomic Theory
12:07 -
LO3: Summarize how Atomic Theory explains the behavior and composition of Particles
12:20 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 3: The Periodic Table
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The Periodic Table
03:00 -
LO1: Identify the classification of Elements by Groups and Periods
11:25 -
LO2: Explain Periodic Trends such as Ionization Energy and Electronegativity
12:53 -
LO3: Analyze how Periodic Law accounts for predictable Trends among Elements
11:28 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 4: Chemical Bonds
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Chemical Bonds
04:03 -
LO1: Differentiate Ionic and Covalent Bonds according to Electron movement
11:23 -
LO2: Describe Bond Polarity using Electronegativity differences
14:04 -
LO3: Evaluate how Bond Type influences Polarity within Molecules
13:19 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 5: Molecular Geometry
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Molecular Geometry
02:41 -
LO1: Describe the principles of VSEPR Theory used to determine Molecular Shape
09:26 -
LO2: Discuss how Molecular Geometry affects the Polarity of Molecules
13:21 -
LO3: Analyze interactions between VSEPR Theory, Molecular Shape, and Polarity
12:23 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 6: Chemical Reactions
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Chemical Reactions
03:21 -
LO1: Classify major types of Chemical Reactions based on Reactant–Product changes
11:03 -
LO2: Apply Balancing Rules to Chemical Equations to satisfy conservation of Matter
09:02 -
LO3: Evaluate how Balanced Equations support accurate classification of Reaction Types
11:07 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 7: Stoichiometry
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Stoichiometry
02:41 -
LO1: Explain the Mole Concept as a method to relate Mass and Quantity of Matter
11:58 -
LO2: Calculate Stoichiometric quantities using Mole Ratios from Balanced Equations
10:26 -
LO3: Analyze relationships between Mole Ratios and Mass in Stoichiometric problems
11:34 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 8: Midterm Test or Assignment
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Midterm Test or Assignment
11:35 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Scenario-Based Questions
Week 9: Gases and Gas Laws
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Gases and Gas Laws
03:04 -
LO1: Describe the assumptions of Boyle’s and Charles’ Gas Laws
11:07 -
LO2: Calculate gas variables using the Ideal Gas Law under changing conditions
12:03 -
LO3: Compare how individual Gas Laws relate to the Ideal Gas Law
12:25 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 10: Solutions and Concentrations
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Solutions and Concentrations
02:46 -
LO1: Classify types of Solutions according to Solute–Solvent composition
12:12 -
LO2: Demonstrate Concentration calculations using Molarity and related Units
11:43 -
LO3: Analyze how Solubility principles impact the Concentration of Solutions
11:44 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 11: Acids and Bases
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Acids and Bases
03:11 -
LO1: Explain key Acid–Base Theories including Arrhenius and Brønsted–Lowry
12:49 -
LO2: Identify the pH values and interpret their meaning on the pH Scale
12:38 -
LO3: Evaluate Acid–Base Reactions using theoretical concepts and pH data
12:33 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 12: Thermochemistry
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Thermochemistry
02:45 -
LO1: Discuss the forms of Energy Transfer occurring in Chemical Reactions
12:07 -
LO2: Estimate Enthalpy changes using Calorimetry results
11:28 -
LO3: Analyze how Calorimetry data supports interpretation of Reaction Energy changes
16:25 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Chemical Kinetics
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Chemical Kinetics
03:16 -
LO1: Define Reaction Rate and how it is quantified in Experiments
11:17 -
LO2: Examine the influence of Temperature, Catalysts, and Concentration on Rates
11:33 -
LO3: Evaluate how external Conditions modify Chemical Reaction Rates
12:38 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Chemical Equilibrium
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Chemical Equilibrium
03:29 -
LO1: Define Dynamic Equilibrium in Reversible Reactions
10:54 -
LO2: Demonstrate the shifts in Equilibrium using Le Chatelier’s Principle
12:57 -
LO3: Analyze how system Disturbances predict Equilibrium adjustment
11:40 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 15: Real-World Applications of Chemistry
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Real-World Applications of Chemistry
04:05 -
LO1: Discuss day-to-day examples of Chemistry in Household and Industrial processes
15:02 -
LO2: Describe Environmental Chemistry concepts including Pollution and Sustainability
11:01 -
LO3: Evaluate everyday Environmental Issues using fundamental Chemistry principles
12:31 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Test or Project
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Final Test or Project
08:33 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple-Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
