General Chemistry II with Lab

Learn General Chemistry II Online with a Hands On Lab Component Building on Chemistry I, this course emphasizes problem-solving and the application of chemical principles.

Students will develop a deeper understanding of chemistry as a dynamic process of inquiry, rather than just memorizing facts.

Key topics include quantum mechanics, chemical bonding, gases, solutions, equilibrium, acids and bases, nuclear chemistry, organic chemistry, and electrochemistry.

The lab component enhances hands-on experience with various experiments and techniques.

Learning Objectives Learn how to think logically and analytically—to use critical thinking skills.

Gain an understanding of the basic laws of nature and how scientists discover those laws.

Know how to interpret and analyze tabulated and graphical data.

Understand how to apply concepts to various chemical systems.

Format This course is offered in an online asynchronous format.

There are no set meeting times, however, students follow a weekly schedule and there will be deadlines to meet in terms of course requirements.

This course cannot be completed at an accelerated rate.

Course Developer All sections use content developed by Dr.

Eva Zajac , ensuring a consistent and high-quality learning experience across all offerings.

To accommodate demand, we have co-instructors leading sections of his material.

Regardless of the instructor, the course content remains the same, maintaining the integrity and rigor of Dr.

Zajac's course design.

Transferring for College Credit Many courses at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies may be eligible for college credit at UC San Diego or other institutions.

Credit transfer is determined by the receiving institution.

We recommend consulting with the registrar's office at your intended institution before enrolling to confirm how your courses will transfer.

Students interested in this course without a lab component, please enroll in: CHEM40008 - General Chemistry II