Chemistry
The list below describes each course we offer, as well as prerequisites (if any) and a few other details. (How to read a course description).
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CHEM 100 Introductory Chemistry
(4 credits) F, W, P (4,0,2,0,0)
This course is a basic introduction to chemistry and is intended for students with little or no background in chemistry. Topics include chemical formulae and equations, simplest formula, atomic mass, mole concept, molarity, periodic table, molecules and chemical bonding, and some descriptive chemistry. Experiments will emphasize basic lab techniques.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Principles of Math 10, or Foundations of Math & Pre-calculus 10, or MATH 053, or MATH 057; or assessment.
CHEM 105 ACB Seminar 1
(0.5 credit) F (0,0.5,0,0,0)
This course includes biweekly presentations by guest speakers or faculty on topics concerning the ACB program and careers. Students are required to prepare a review of a scientific report. Materials on written communication skills will be included.
Open to ACBT students only.
CHEM 106 ACB Seminar 2
(0.5 credit) W (0,0.5,0,0,0)
This course involves biweekly seminars or workshops focusing on instructional application of verbal communication skills. Students will receive instruction in the preparation and delivery of scientific talks and, working in pairs, will prepare and present one ten-minute seminar on a scientific topic relevant to the Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology program.
Open to ACBT students only.
CHEM 110 General College Chemistry 1
(4 credits) F, W, P (3,0,3,0,0)
The first part of a college-level package for students in the life sciences and non-science programs. The topics comprise chemical energetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases and oxidation/reduction chemistry.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 11, or CHEM 100.
CHEM 112 General College Chemistry 2
(4 credits) W (3,0,3,0,0)
This course, along with CHEM 110, constitutes a Year 1 university transfer package. Topics include: hydrocarbons, alcohols, carboxylic acids, esters, amines, amides, carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 12, or CHEM 110.
CHEM 116 Adv. Placement Chemistry Lab
(1 credit) W (0,0,3,0,0)
This is a laboratory-only course specifically designed for students enrolled in Advanced Placement Chemistry at secondary schools. Students are introduced to various techniques used in a laboratory. Experiments illustrate concepts taught in the lecture portion of the course. They include thermochemistry, kinetics, organic synthesis and an introduction to spectrophotometry.
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 12.
Open to Advanced Placement Chemistry students only.
CHEM 117 Introduction to Nutrition
(3 credits) W (4,0,0,0,0)
This course examines fundamental aspects of nutrition in relation to optimal health. Topics include the nature and nutritional significance of dietary proteins, lipids (fats and oils), carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, energy metabolism, dietary standards, food additives, and the relationship of nutrition to exercise, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and aging.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Biology 11, or Biology 12, or BIOL 102, or BIOL 103; and Chemistry 11, or CHEM 100.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): English 12, or EFP 12; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
CHEM 120 College Chemistry 1
(4 credits) W, P (3,0,3,0,0)
For both university and technology students, this course starts with atomic structure and periodic properties and leads to a discussion of chemical bonding, thermochemistry, molecular structure, intermolecular structure, intermolecular forces and their role in environmental issues. The experiments include chemical synthesis and analysis by titration and spectroscopy.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 12, or CHEM 110.
CHEM 121 College Chemistry 2
(4 credits) W, P, S (3,0,3,0,0)
This course is a continuation of CHEM 120 and covers the following: chemical kinetics, acids and bases, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and provides an introduction to organic chemistry. The laboratory experiments provide practical experience in each area covered in lectures.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 120.
CHEM 150 Engineering Chemistry
(4 credits) Q3 (3.5,0,3,0,0)
Topics include: thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, gases, liquids and solids, solutions and phase equilibria, equilibrium, chemical thermodynamics and electrochemistry.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Open to Engineering Bridge students only.
CHEM 160 Chemistry and Materials
(3 credits) Q2 (4,0, 2 [alt weeks], 0,0)
This course is an introduction to chemistry emphasizing relevant topics for mechanical engineering. Topics include: atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, equilibrium, thermochemistry, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, properties of solids, phase diagrams, organic nomenclature, polymers, engineering materials and liquids and gases.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Open to MECHENG students only.
CHEM 207 ACB Seminar 3
(0.5 credit) F (0,0.5,0,0,0)
This course involves biweekly presentations by guest speakers in analytical environmental chemistry, biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, medicine and/or veterinary science. Students receive education in the preparation of resumes and correspondence involved in the job application process and will prepare their own professional-quality resume and job cover letter.
Open to ACBT students only.
CHEM 208 ACB Seminar 4
(0.5 credit) W (0,0.5,0,0,0)
Seminars involving speakers from the College, or industry or government laboratories are held biweekly. Students will receive instruction in personal professional presentation, and are required to prepare for and attend a mock job interview.
Open to ACBT students only.
CHEM 213 Molecular Spectroscopy
(4 credits) W (4,0,2,0,0)
The elementary theories and applications of IR, UV/visible, mass and NMR spectroscopy are presented in one unified course. The problems of identification, bonding and structure encountered in chemistry, biochemistry and environmental science are used as illustrations and case studies throughout.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CHEM 221, or CHEM 230.
CHEM 214 Nutrition for Fitness
(3 credits) W (3,0,2 [alt weeks], 0,0)
This course presents fundamental aspects of nutrition associated with improved fitness and health through exercise. Topics include balanced roles of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water; supplements; dietary intake and energy usage; dietary programs and myths; nutrition for exercise and sports performance, cardiovascular health, diabetes, osteoporosis, hypokinetic disorders, obesity, and aging.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): SPEX 210.
CHEM 220 Inorganic Chemistry
(4 credits) W (3,0,3,0,0)
This course extends concepts from CHEM 120 and 121, the main group elements and the first row transition elements. The emphasis is on chemical bonding, structure and reactivity, coordination compounds, catalysts and bioinorganic chemistry. Labs emphasize the characterization and synthesis of inorganic compounds and expose students to many techniques.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
CHEM 221 Physical Chemistry
(4 credits) W (3,0,3,0,0)
This course covers the fundamentals of physical chemistry and their application, where appropriate, to the preparation and isolation of materials. The main topics are thermodynamics, colligative properties, phase equilibria, electrochemistry and kinetics. Labs introduce students to many associated techniques, including the use of bomb calorimeters and gas chromatographs.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
CHEM 224 Analytical Chemistry
(4 credits) F (3,0,3,0,0)
This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of chemical separation and identification. The major techniques are examined including chromatography, solvent extraction, spectroscopy and electrochemistry. The problems associated with data acquisition and the statistics of sampling are stressed throughout.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): MATH 116, or MATH 216, or MATH 218.
CHEM 230 Organic Chemistry 1
(4 credits) F, W (3,0,3,0,0)
This course provides a general introduction to the theory and practice of organic chemistry. Topics include: alkanes, stereo-chemistry, alkyl halides, substitution and elimination reactions, free radical reactions, alcohols, ethers, spectroscopy, alkenes and alkynes. The laboratory experiments are designed to expose students to a wide range of organic laboratory techniques.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C" in CHEM 120; or "B" in CHEM 112, and permission of the Chair.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CHEM 121.
CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry 2
(4 credits) W, P (3,0,3,0,0)
This course is a continuation of CHEM 230. Topics include: aromatic compounds, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines, amino acids and peptides and carbohydrates. The laboratory experiments are mainly directed towards the syntheses of various organic compounds.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121, CHEM 230.
CHEM 250 Molecular Biotechnology
(4 credits) W (3,0,3,0,0)
This course covers fundamentals of molecular biotechnology and applications to drug, vaccine and diagnostics development with emphasis on medical biotechnologies, industrial processing and agrobiotechnology. Topics include: gene expression systems, protein engineering, targeted tissue delivery, gene therapy, DNA diagnostics, recombinant DNA vaccines, fermentation, bioremediation and intellectual property and regulatory issues.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CHEM 255.
CHEM 251 Immunology
(4 credits) F (3,0,3,0,0)
This course describes the basic concepts of immunology and the application of immunochemistry to molecular, medical and veterinary biotechnology. Topics include: antigens and antibodies, immune responses, vaccines, antibody-based diagnostics, immunosuppression, hypersensitivity, transplants, cancer, auto-immune diseases, immunodeficiencies (including AIDS) and current immunological techniques.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 120.
CHEM 253 Environmental Chemistry
(4 credits) F, W (3,0,3,0,0)
Designed for students in the Environmental Technology program, Topics include: chemical toxicity, chemistry of the atmosphere and aquatic systems, organic and inorganic contaminants in the environment, and associated chemical instrumentation. Emphasis will be on laboratory work which will give students an introduction to chemical instrumentation and methodology.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
CHEM 255 Biochemistry
(4 credits) F, W (4,0,2,0,0)
This course concerns fundamental aspects of biomolecules and biochemical processes and their relevance to biotechnology and health. Topics include: noncovalent interactions, buffers, structure-function relationships in biomolecules, enzymology, lipids and membranes, bioenergetics; carbohydrate, lipid, amino acid and nucleotide metabolism, DNA synthesis, gene expression, protein synthesis and prevalent biochemistry laboratory techniques.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CHEM 230.
CHEM 259 QA in Environmental Chemistry
(4 credits) W (3,0,3,0,0)
A working chemistry lab is used as a model for quality assurance (QA) practices. These include planning and preparing for the collection of field samples, laboratory analysis, data management and data analysis. The data collected from two field trips are incorporated into a final report.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Pre or Co-requisite(s): CHEM 213, or CHEM 220, or CHEM 224.
CHEM 290 Laboratory Internship
(4 credits) P, S, PS (0,0,0,35)
The course involves a minimum of 300 hours of work experience at an approved external laboratory or, rarely, at the College. A selection of projects in environmental chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biotechnology, or related fields will be available. Students must prepare an internship report in an approved scientific style.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all courses in the ACBT program, and permission of the Chair.
Open to ACBT students only.
CHEM 291 Co-operative Work Experience 1
(6 credits) P, S, PS (0,0,0,0,35)
This course involves a minimum of 420 hours of work experience and provides students with an opportunity to apply and extend academic knowledge while employed in an approved workplace setting. Student learning is monitored and evaluated by Camosun College.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all courses in the ACBT program; and permission of the Chair.
Not open to ACBT program graduates.
