General Chemistry [Part 1 Of 4]

A chemistry class you will want to take!

What you'll learn

Build a strong foundation in general chemistry concepts

Understand the fundamental principles of matter, atoms, and elements

Recognize the relationships among elements in the periodic table

Comprehend the various types of chemical bonding and their impact on molecular structure

Understand how to complete unit conversion and dimensional analysis

Gain familiarity with the basics of organic chemistry, including functional groups and nomenclature

Requirements

There are no requirements for this course. Maximum level of math required is multiplication and division, and a familiarity with scientific notation.

*Included with each lecture video is a fill-in-the-blank notes page to assist students in following along with the video.

*Also included with every 1 or 2 lectures is a set of practice problems for students to practice the material, and fully worked solutions.

Description

     First and foremost, this course assumes you have no prior knowledge of chemistry. It is designed to build a strong foundation in the concepts of chemistry. Ideally for students needing to take a chemistry course in high school, college students needing a refresher before taking college chemistry, or adults who just want to refresh what they learned about chemistry but have forgotten.     This course was designed around the General Chemistry curriculum that I spent three years teaching at a top US university. My teaching style and ability to relate technical content to students without “vomiting science” at students caused me to be sought by students who were struggling in chemistry for extra help and tutoring. I truly enjoy teaching chemistry and my passion for this subject shines throughout this course. Taking this course will help you stop worrying and love chemistry!There are multiple introductory classes out there, why take this one?Comprehensive Coverage: This curriculum covers all the essential topics of high school chemistry, providing a thorough foundation in the subject.Engaging and Interactive Content: This course employs a variety of multimedia resources, including videos, simulations, and interactive exercises, to make learning chemistry exciting and accessible.No Algebra Pre-Requisite! This course is primarily focused on the concepts rather than the "hard math". Algebra 1 is not required for this course, only the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Dr. G explains all other math necessary as part of the course.Structured Learning Path: The curriculum is organized in a logical and sequential manner, ensuring a smooth progression of concepts and skills.Experienced Instructor: I have taught at multiple levels from elementary school through college, he understands the benefit of making tough scientific concepts accessible to students.Flexibility and Accessibility: Being an self-paced curriculum, it offers the flexibility to learn at one's own pace, anytime and anywhere, making it an ideal choice for homeschooling or prepping for college chemistry.

Overview

Section 1: Atoms & Molecules

Lecture 1 Lesson 1: States of Matter

Lecture 2 Lesson 1: Atoms

Lecture 3 => Practice Problems Lesson 1

Lecture 4 Lesson 2: Periodic Table of Elements

Lecture 5 Lesson 2: Valence Electrons, Ions, & Isotopes

Lecture 6 => Practice Problems - Lesson 2

Lecture 7 Lesson 3: Ionic Bonding

Lecture 8 Lesson 3: Covalent Bonding

Lecture 9 => Practice Problems - Lesson 3

Lecture 10 Lesson 4: Drawing Lewis Structures

Lecture 11 => Practice Problems - Lesson 4

Lecture 12 Lesson 5: Naming Ionic Compounds

Lecture 13 Lesson 5: Naming Simple Covalent Molecules

Lecture 14 Lesson 5: Naming Hydrocarbon Chains

Lecture 15 => Practice Problems - Lesson 5

Section 2: Focus on Electrons

Lecture 16 Lesson 6: Quantum Numbers for Electrons

Lecture 17 Lesson 6: Atomic Orbitals

Lecture 18 => Practice Problems - Lesson 6

Lecture 19 Lesson 7: Covalent Bonding Revisited

Lecture 20 Lesson 7: Electron Configurations & Diagrams

Lecture 21 => Practice Problems - Lesson 7

Lecture 22 Lesson 8: Molecular Shapes

Lecture 23 => Practice Problems - Lesson 8

This course is for anyone looking to learn about chemistry in an engaging way.,Also, anyone who already took chemistry but needs a refresher on the main concepts,–> If you are "scared" or "nervous" about studying chemistry, then this is the chemistry class for you.,–> If you want to focus on the concepts and not hard or repetitive math problems, then this is the chemistry class for you