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    What is Chemistry?

    All of the chemistry courses offered at BCTC may be counted towards the Natural Science component of the General Education Requirements for any Associate degree. Some programs require a specific chemistry course or courses. For example, Environmental Science Technology requires CHE 170 and CHE 175. Check your individual program requirements or speak to an advisor.

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    Shelley Larrabee
    Chemistry Program Coordinator
    (859) 246-6571
    shelley.larrabee@kctcs.edu

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    The Science to Success Scholarship awards $10,000 per year to eligible students for two years maximum.

    To learn more about eligibility, requirements, and to apply, please visit the scholarship webpage (new window).

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    Course Descriptions

    Introduces non-science majors to the main concepts and applications of chemistry in our society. Prerequisite: (Completion of one developmental math course above Pre-Algebra with a grade of C or better) OR (College level math ACT score) OR equivalent. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN - Science
    Reinforces concepts covered in CHE 120 and introduces scientific inquiry through selected experiments. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHE 120. Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours) (45:1 ratio).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory
    Presents the elementary principles of general, organic and biological chemistry. Pre-requisite: (Applied Mathematics OR Intermediate Algebra or higher) with a grade of "C" or better OR (College level math ACT score). Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory, SN - Science
    Reinforces concepts covered in CHE 130 and introduces basic laboratory techniques, methods, and instrumentation through selected experiments pertaining to chemical and physical properties, quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, and the reactions of organic and biomolecules. Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: CHE 130 concurrent enrollment OR CHE 130 with a grade of "C" or better. Laboratory: 1 credit hour (30 contact hours).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory
    Introduces topics in general chemistry, including properties of matter, stoichiometry, gases, atomic structure, bonding, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction, and nuclear chemistry. Intended for students interested in a one-semester course in general chemistry and recommended for students seeking careers in allied health fields. Prerequisite: [(Intermediate Algebra) or (College Algebra or higher) with a grade of C or better] OR (College Level math ACT score). Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN - Science
    Reinforces concepts covered in CHE 140 and introduces basic laboratory techniques, methods, and instrumentation through selected experiments dealing with chemical and physical properties, qualitative analysis, and quantitative analysis. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHE 140. Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours, 45:1 ratio).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory
    Focuses on major chemical topics, including stoichiometry, atomic structure, properties of matter and the relationship between molecular structure and chemical behavior. Emphasizes solving of mathematical problems which illustrate the principles of chemistry. Designed for students in the sciences, engineering, and pre-professional programs. Prerequisite: (ACT math score of 21) OR (College Algebra with C or better) OR (CHE 130 OR CHE 140 with a grade of C or better) OR (CHE 160 with a grade of P) OR (Appropriate score on math or chemistry placement exam). Lecture: 4 credits (60 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN Science
    Reinforces concepts covered in CHE 170 and introduces basic laboratory techniques, methods, and instrumentation through selected experiments. Emphasizes both quantitative and qualitative techniques. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHE 170. Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours, 45:1 ratio).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SN - Science, SL - Science Laboratory
    Continues CHE 170. Focuses on major chemical topics, including acid-base chemistry, kinetics, thermodynamics, and chemical equilibrium. Emphasizes solving of mathematical problems which illustrate the principles of chemistry. Designed for students in the sciences, engineering, and pre-professional programs. Prerequisite: (CHE 170 with a grade of C or better) and (College Algebra with C or better). Lecture: 4 credits (60 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN Science
    Reinforces concepts covered in CHE 180 and introduces basic laboratory techniques, methods, and instrumentation through selected experiments. Emphasizes both quantitative and qualitative techniques. Prerequisite: CHE 175 with a grade of C or better. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHE 180. Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours, 45:1 ratio).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory
    Presents the fundamental principles of organic chemistry. Emphasizes the structures and properties of carbon-containing compounds. Introduces organic reactions, their mechanisms, and applications to synthesis. Prerequisite: CHE 180 with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN Science
    Introduces common techniques used in the laboratory for purification, separation, identification, and reactions of organic compounds. Pre-requisite: CHE 185 with a grade of C or better. Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: CHE 270. Laboratory: 2 credit (60 contact hours).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory
    Presents further applications of the principles of organic chemistry. Continues the study of organic reactions, their mechanisms, synthesis and modern spectroscopic techniques. Prerequisite: CHE 270 with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).
    Components: Lecture
    Attributes: SN - Science
    Explores the synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds in the laboratory. Pre-requisite: CHE 275 with a grade of C or better. Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: CHE 280. Laboratory: 2 credits (60 contact hours).
    Components: Laboratory
    Attributes: SL - Science Laboratory 

    Length of Program

    You can earn an Associate in Science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.

    This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.