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- CHEM 3010Great Ideas in Chemistry3 Credit(s)Prerequisite(s)Any CHEM course at or above 1000-level or CORE 1120Mode of Delivery[BLD] Blended learningDescriptionThe course covers many major advances, historical developments and contemporary applications of critical concepts in Chemistry. These may range from atomic theory and identification and arrangement of the elements to modern problems such as CO2 and global warming; pollution and environmental clean-up. Unlike other Chemistry courses it will focus on the background to our knowledge, on what experimental evidence our current theories are based, and how old ones were overturned or modified. For science students in their third or fourth year of study under the four-year degree only. Other students with the prerequisites may seek instructor's approval for enrollment in the course.Intended Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- 1.Develop a sounder knowledge based on examples from chemistry, physics and other disciplines.
- 2.Have a better understanding of scientific method and knowledge of history of science and chemistry.
- 3.More aware in revolution and evolution of scientific theories and the relationship of science, technology and society.
- 4.Review the ethical behavior of scientists in both collaboration and competition.
- 5.Develop critical reasoning.
- 6.Communicate more effectively in speaking and writing and presentation skills.
- 7.Demonstrate self-awareness, work independently and collaborate effectively with other people in a team.
