FAQ’s and answers
1. What prerequisites are needed?
For Chemistry 100 Basic Chemistry the prerequisite is Math 099 with a 2.0 grade or an equivalent test score. For Chemistry 150 General Organic Chemistry the prerequisite is Chem. 140, Chem. 141 with a 2.0 grade or better and math 105. It should be taken in conjunction with Chem. 151. For Chemistry 160 General Inorganic Chemistry the prerequisites are Chem. 150, and Chem. 151. For Chemistry 220 Basic Organic Chemistry the prerequisite is Chem. 101 with a 2.0 or higher grade or a recent year of high school Chemistry. . For Chemistry 239 Organic Chemistry the prerequisites are Chem. 238 and Chem. 242.
2. What books and supplies are needed?
Each class requires instructor specified books and standard lab supplies such as a notebook, lab workbook, pencil, pen, etc. A Scientific calculator is highly suggested. Plus access to a computer.
3. What is the teacher like?
The instructors here at Shoreline are all highly qualified and available to discuss each student’s expectation per the classes.
4. What is the teacher’s educational background?
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1989-1991 |
University of California, Los Angeles Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry |
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1986-1989 |
University of
California, Los Angeles C.Phil. in Physical Chemistry |
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1982-1986 |
Seattle
University B.S. in Chemistry, cum laude |
5. What is the expected amount of time needed out of class?
This depends on the student and their own understanding of the concepts presented in each class and lab, but a general rule of thumb is 2 hours of study per 1 hour of normal class.
6. What are the open lab hours?
Each Chemistry class requires a minimum of 2 hours of lab time per week. Additional time should be arranged with your instructor.
7. What professions do these classes lead too?
A Chemistry degree can prepare the student for literally hundreds of careers in a large number of fields including these: Forensics, Oceanography, Biotechnology, Genetics, Medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, the Chemical Industry itself, Teaching, Patent Law, Chemical Software design, Food Science and Space Exploration.
8. Which Universities will these courses transfer too?
The courses will transfer to traditional 4 year schools as a portion of their basic Chemistry requirement or to fulfill the core Sciences minimum including these: Western Washington University, University of Washington, and Washington State University.
9. What subjects are covered?
Basic chemistry is designed for those deficient in high school chemistry or for non-science majors. It is designed to provide a basic knowledge of concepts and calculations relating to the field of chemistry. The first of three quarters of beginning college chemistry [Chem. 140] is designed for science and engineering majors and should be taken concurrently with Chem. 141. The lecture period of Chem. 141 is especially designed to explain the lab exercise to be performed. Due to dangers involved in chemical experimentation, attendance is mandatory. Lab exercises are designed to reinforce and enhance information being discussed in Chem. 140. Chem. 150 - the second of three quarters of beginning college chemistry is designed for engineering and science majors and to be taken concurrent with Chem. 151. Chem. 220 is the study of basic organic chemistry, including chemistry of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. It is designed for students needing only a quarter of organic chemistry. A mandatory two hour lab is taken concurrently. Chem. 238 is the second course for students planning to take three quarters of organic chemistry with lab and includes further discussion of physical properties and transformations of organic molecules, especially aromatic and carbonyl compounds. Chem. 242 is the second course for students planning to take three quarters of organic chemistry with lab and includes further discussion of physical properties and transformations of organic molecules, especially aromatic and carbonyl compounds.
10. Where will I find a tutor or out-of-class help?
Student tutoring can be arranged through the Academic Skills Center or through your Instructor and the head of the Chemistry department, Linda Kuehnert. The Academic Skills Center provides opportunities for students to learn improved study techniques and improve those skills in a lab environment.