CHEM117

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CHEM117

Chemistry, Consumer and Environment CHEM117 SP

Not Currently Offered

The course will deal with the chemistry and technology of energy utilization, water purification and sewage treatment, and the handling of liquid and solid wastes; if time allows, a variety of household consumer products will be discussed. The approach will be that of a chemist but broadly construed. Particular consideration will be given to energy-delivery systems, not only those using fossil and nuclear fuels, but also those based on alternative energy sources, some of which will undoubtedly be utilized on a large scale in the future. An important concern throughout the course will be society's total cost for energy, including environmental damage, as opposed to the nominal prices actually paid by end-users. A previous secondary-school course in chemistry is strongly recommended.

MAJOR READINGS

Mimeographed notes will be used as the principal text.
Reading assignments will include sections from chemical and
environmental texts as well as newspaper and magazine
articles.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Five one-hour examinations; if course size permits, one or more of these examinations may be replaced by short papers (5-10 pages).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Science majors by permission only.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM CHEM

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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