Description and Objectives

This course intends to introduce students to properties of material substances, under what conditions substantial change takes place, and the associated effects of such changes. The course places a significant emphasis on real-world examples. This allows students to pick up on the patterns of the natural world, resulting in a strong conceptual understanding. This understanding is primarily a good in its own right but also allows for students to make accurate predictions about the behavior of the physical world.

Textbooks

Handouts authored by the instructor. There is also a 3rd party textbook available for those who would like one.

Course Requirements

Students should bring their notebooks, books, and something with which to write. Although not required, many students will find having a scientific calculator to be a useful aid.

Successful Students

Successful students actively participate in class. They complete all assigned homework and ask questions when they don’t understand something.