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CHEM 120 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials


4 hrs (Sem II)
Course examines the metric system of units, basic atomic structure, periodic table, nomenclature, physical and chemical properties of salts, inorganic and organic compounds and their basic reactions and hazardous effects. Course includes an in depth study of the 9 classes of hazardous materials as defined by DOT, OSHA, and EPA. Lab concentrates on the properties and reactions involving hazardous materials. 3 lecture, 2 laboratory hours.

Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 , or higher; and must qualify for MATT 107  or MATH 022 , or higher.