Our chemistry courses stress understanding of chemical principles, as well as the experimental basis of the science by developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Select a course below to see full descriptions. (#) Indicates amount of credits per course
The course begins with a review of core concepts, then covers gases, thermochemistry, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, properties of solutions including freezing point depression and boiling point elevation, and oxidation and reduction. The course consists of lectures, tutorials and integrated laboratory experiments. It can be used as a prerequisite for Chemistry 101 by students without Chemistry 12.
Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 098, MATH 100 (recommended)
Transfer to:
UBC CHEM 1st (3), Not for credit in Science or Applied Science
SFU CHEM 111 (4), Q/B-Sci
UVIC CHEM 091 (0)
UNBC CHEM 1XX (4)
TRU CHEM 1XXX (3), Not for credit in BSc
This laboratory-lecture course is designed for students who want to pursue a major or minor degree program in science. The course provides an introduction to the principles of chemistry with emphasis on the theory of atomic and molecular structure and bonding. The course consists of lectures, tutorials and integrated laboratory experiments.
Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 098, MATH 12 or MATH 100, CHEM 12 or CHEM 100
Transfer to:
UBC CHEM 1st (4); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UBC CHEM 121 (4) & UBC CHEM 123 (4); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UBC CHEM 120 (3) & UBC CHEM 130 (3) & UBC CHEM 1st (2)
SFU CHEM 121 (4), Q/B-Sci
UVIC CHEM 101 (1.5); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UVIC CHEM 101 (1.5) & UVIC CHEM 102 (1.5)
UNBC CHEM 1XX (4); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UNBC CHEM 100 (3) & UNBC CHEM 101 (3) & UNBC CHEM 120 (1) & UNBC CHEM 121 (1)
TRU CHEM 1510 (3)
This laboratory-lecture course is designed for students who want to pursue a major or minor degree program in science. The course provides an introduction to the principles of chemistry with emphasis on chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and organic chemistry. The course consists of lectures, tutorials, and integrated laboratory experiments.
Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 098, CHEM 101
Transfer to:
UBC CHEM 1st (4); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UBC CHEM 121 (4) & UBC CHEM 123 (4); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UBC CHEM 120 (3) & UBC CHEM 130 (3) & UBC CHEM 1st (2)
SFU CHEM 122 (2) & SFU CHEM 126 (2), Q
UVIC CHEM 1XX (1.5); ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UVIC CHEM 101 (1.5) & UVIC CHEM 102 (1.5)
UNBC ALEX CHEM 101 (4) & ALEX CHEM 102 (4) = UNBC CHEM 100 (3) & UNBC CHEM 101 (3) & UNBC CHEM 120 (1) & UNBC CHEM 121 (1)
TRU CHEM 1500 (3)
Students will study the fundamental aspects of modern organic chemistry as illustrated by the structure, physical and spectroscopic properties and reactions of alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, dienes, alkynes, halogen compounds, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes and ketones. The laboratory component is designed to complement the lecture material and give students experience with basic analytical techniques.
Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 099, CHEM 102
Transfer to:
UBC CHEM 2nd (4); ALEX CHEM 201 (4) & ALEX CHEM 202 (4) = UBC CHEM 213 (3) & UBC CHEM 223 (3)
SFU CHEM 281 (4), Q
UVIC CHEM 231 (1.5)
UNBC CHEM 1XX (4); ALEX CHEM 201 (4) & ALEX CHEM 202 (4) = UNBC CHEM 201 (3) & UNBC CHEM 203 (3) & UNBC CHEM 250 (1) & UNBC CHEM 251 (1)
TRU CHEM 2120 (3)
Students will study the structure and reactions of aromatics, polycyclic aromatic and heteroaromatic compounds, and their enolates, and an introduction to the chemistry of fats, carbohydrates and proteins. The laboratory component is designed to complement the lecture material and give students experience with basic analytical techniques. Note: This course is a continuation of CHEM 201.
Prerequisite(s):
ENGL 099, CHEM 201
Transfer to:
UBC ALEX CHEM 201 (4) & ALEX CHEM 202 (4) = UBC CHEM 213 (3) & UBC CHEM 223 (3)
SFU CHEM 283 (3), Q & SFU CHEM 286 (1), Q
UVIC CHEM 234 (1.5)
UNBC ALEX CHEM 201 (4) & ALEX CHEM 202 (4) = UNBC CHEM 201 (3) & UNBC CHEM 203 (3) & UNBC CHEM 250 (1) & UNBC CHEM 251 (1)
TRU CHEM 2220 (3)
The aim of the Chemistry Department at Alexander College is to provide exceptional opportunities for students in learning the fundamental principles of chemistry through a combination of engaging lectures and interactive laboratory programs.
Majoring in chemistry can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare you for a career centered in the scientific world, research, teaching or various fields of industry including chemicals, medical, health sciences, pharmacology, biotechnology and nanotechnology.
The Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) is a national not-for-profit organization committed to advancing the chemical sciences and engineering through its three constituent societies.
Khan Academy
A non-profit educational organization created in 2005 by Salman Khan with the goal of creating a set of online tools that help educate students. khanacademy.org
Periodic Videos
A collection of short videos about each of the elements in the Periodic Table, produced by the University of Nottingham. periodicvideos.com
Web Spectra
A library of spectroscopy problems for chemistry students to practice interpretation. webspectra.chem.ucla.edu
Open Text BC
Introductory Chemistry- 1st Canadian Edition is an open source textbook written by Jessie A. Key and David W. Ball.
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