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GE1357 - Introduction to Chemistry

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Chemistry
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
GE Area
Area 3: Science and Technology
Equivalent Course(s)
Exclusive Courses:
Course Offering Term*:
Semester B 2023/24

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

This course aims to provide basic chemistry concepts to university students without or with minimal background in chemistry and convey its importance in daily life through discussions on current issues with significant emphasis on chemical context.

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
a. demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of Chemistry, 
b. appreciate Chemistry and realize its importance and applications in daily life.


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 50%
Examination: 50%
Examination Duration: 2 hours
Starting from Semester A, 2015-16, students must satisfy the following minimum passing requirement for courses offered by CHEM:
"A minimum of 40% in both coursework and examination components."
 
Detailed Course Information
GE1357.pdf