Elementary Chemistry/Chemistry 101 and 102 Chemistry 101 is an introductory general inorganic chemistry course. Chemistry 102 is an introductory organic and biochemistry course. One, or both, of these courses are often taken by non-science, education, and allied health professions majors. The classes consist of lecture, recitation, and laboratory sessions. The same textbook is generally used for both Chemistry 101 and Chemistry 102. Both courses are offered during several terms each academic year. Both courses also have a Blended (hybrid) version available where the lab sessions and exams are on campus and other course work is completed flexibly. (back to top) |
General Chemistry/Chemistry 121, 122, 123, and 125 Chemistry 121, 122, and 123 is a general inorganic chemistry course sequence for science majors. The class sequence consists of lecture, recitation, and laboratory sessions. The same textbook is generally used for the entire general chemistry three course sequence. This sequence begins once each academic year iin Autumn term with Chemistry 121. General Chemistry for Engineering consists of Chemistry 121 and 125. This is a general inorganic chemistry course sequence for engineeering majors. The class consists of lecture, recitation, and laboratory sessions. The same textbook is generally used for this engineering course sequence and the General Chemistry course sequence. This course sequence begins in Autumn term with Chemistry 121; Chemistry 125 follows in Winter term. (back to top) |
Organic Chemistry/Chemistry 251, 252, 253, 254, and 255 Chemistry 251, 252, and 253 form an organic chemistry course sequence for science and many pre-health professions majors. The class consists of lecture and recitation. The same textbook is generally used for the entire organic chemistry three course sequence. This sequence begins once each academic year in Autumn term with Chemistry 251. Organic Chemistry Laboratory consists of Chemistry 254 and 255. This is an organic chemistry laboratory sequence for science and many pre-health professions majors. The class consists of lab lecture and laboratory sessions. The same textbook is generally used for both organic chemistry laboratory courses. This laboratory sequence begins in Winter term with Chemistry 254. (back to top) |
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The Chemistry Department
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The Chemistry Department at The Ohio State University at Lima is housed in a modern, well equipped building. The teaching laboratory has individual student fume hoods and in-house vacuum lines. Desktop computers are available in the lab region and students enrolled in science courses may use these during open hours to facilitate their learning. The Chemistry Department also makes use of mobile laptop computer carts to enable rapid conversion of any space in the Science Building into a computerized classroom on an as needed basis. Both non-science major and science major courses are offered. The first two years of chemistry curriculum necessary for several science and pre-health profession majors and minors can be completed on campus. |
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The Central ScienceChemistry is often described as "the central science". A thorough knowledge of chemistry concepts is required for advanced study in many related fields of science and health. |
A good mathematics background is a prerequiste for success in general chemistry coursework. Students planning to pursue degrees in almost any science are required to have a minimum of one to two years of chemistry courses. Health professions programs in pre-medicine, pre-chiropractic, pre-dentistry, and pre-pharmacy all demand rigorous study of general and organic chemistry. Allied health programs in pre-dental hygiene, pre-nutrition and pre-nursing all involve some elementary and general chemistry coursework. A major goal of our undergraduate chemistry curriculum is serious preparation for advanced studies. (back to top) Chemistry also impacts the daily lives of non-science majors in a myriad of ways. Decisions about health and treatments, our environment, and materials and their uses are undertaken often. Underlying all such decisions is considerable contribution from the field of chemistry. Non-science majors can take the opportunity to extend their knowledge base by selecting elementary chemistry courses to meet general education requirements, or simply to satisfy personal curiosity. A major goal of our undergraduate chemistry curriculum is the generation of intrigued and thoughtful citizens with useful knowledge of this basic science to draw upon. (back to top) |
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