HCHEM-454-DL

Course Overview

The topics in this course are explained and discussed in the context of clinical applications to various health professions. Specific topics include intermolecular forces, properties of solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base/aqueous equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, non-metals/transition metals, environmental chemistry, and chemistry of life. In the required lab component students use a lab kit to conduct hands on labs.

TypeOnline, Semi-synchronous Combined Lecture/Lab
FacultyZachary Morseth, PhD
Credits4 undergraduate
OfferedFall, Spring, Summer
PrerequisitesHCHEM-453, or equivalent 
Cost$2,160.00 (Fees included)

 

Spring Registration Open

9/11/24 - 1/16/25


What to Expect in this Course

Course activities are organized into modules of 1-2 weeks in length.

There are required activities and deadlines within each module but there are no required course meeting times.  

While instructors make regular course updates to enhance your experience as a learner, the table below provides a general idea of what you can expect from a typical week.

Course Activity Hours Per Week

Self Directed Learning

  • Reading Textbooks, articles
  • Watching mini-lectures / problem demos
3-4

Self-Assessments

  • Problem sets
  • Mini quizzes
3-4
Lab and Lab Reports 3-4

Other Assignments

  • Homework assignments
  • Case studies
  • Research summaries
  • Exams
2-3

Discussion Boards

  • Initial posting
  • Reading posts
  • Responding to peer posts
2-3
Total Time 13-18
  • Liquids and Intermolecular Forces
  • Properties of Solutions
  • Chemical Kinetics
  • Chemical Equilibrium
  • Acid–Base Equilibria
  • Additional Aspects of Aqueous Equilibria
  • Chemistry of the Environment
  • Thermodynamics
  • Electrochemistry
  • Nuclear Chemistry
  • Chemistry of the Nonmetals
  • Transition Metals and Coordination Chemistry
  • The Chemistry of Life

Course Materials

Material  
D2L Required
Textbook Required
Lab Kit / Supplies Required
Web-Based Learning Application Not needed
Standard word/ data processing capabilities Required
Ability to video conference Recommended
Ability to upload images/videos Required

D2L: All of our online prerequisite courses use the learning platform software called Desire2Learn (D2L). D2L integrates text, video, and audio. You can check your system compatibility by reviewing the D2L system recommendations.

Textbook: If a textbook is required, every effort is made to choose high-quality, low-cost materials that students can buy and sell, rent and return, or buy and use again in future courses.

Lab Kit / Supplies: Lab kits/supplies allow students to conduct hands-on experiments at home. Information about ordering lab kits and/or supplies will be provided to registered students approximately 6 weeks before the start of the semester.

Web-Based Learning Application: Web-based applications often serve as an alternative to a traditional textbook or lab kit. Most require students to register for a separate application that will integrate seamlessly with the D2L platform.

Standard word and data processing: Technology that allows the student to create, edit, and save documents and files.

Ability to video conference: Technology that allows live, visual connection between individuals who are in different locations.

Ability to upload photos/videos: Technological capabilities through which a student could record a short video or still image and upload it to an online learning system.

Course Faculty

Zachary Morseth in grey tie

Lecturer, General Chemistry 2 Online Prerequisites for the Health Professions

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