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Students of all skill levels will be introduced or reintroduced to 20 of the most important chemistry concepts. Topics include: -The Scientific Method - Units of Measurement - Matter and Energy - Nomenclature -Chemical Reactions and Chemical Compositions - Atomic Theory - Gas Law - Electrochemistry And so much more!

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There are no requirements to enjoy this course. From beginners to those brushing up in preparation for advanced courses, this course is for everyone! An open mind and willingness to learn will ensure you get the most out of this chemistry course.
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Fundamentals of Chemistry Concepts

Jun 03 2021 - Video Course (3 hrs 30 mins)

In this course, we will learn the fundamentals of academic chemistry content. This is a great course to prepare for a comprehensive final or even an AP Chemistry exam. This course is also fantastic for the avid learner who wants to dive into the world of chemistry extracurricularly, regardless of age! I will break down the core concepts in a simple and easy to follow manner and I recommend seeking out further courses in your particular areas of interest. Chemistry is the study of substances and how substance react to create other matter and is the foundation for the physical science world. While we will cover the 5 type of chemistry: organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry, we will not dive into the unique functions of each area in depth.


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Chemistry

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Students of all skill levels will be introduced or reintroduced to 20 of the most important chemistry concepts. Topics include: -The Scientific Method - Units of Measurement - Matter and Energy - Nomenclature -Chemical Reactions and Chemical Compositions - Atomic Theory - Gas Law - Electrochemistry And so much more!

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There are no requirements to enjoy this course. From beginners to those brushing up in preparation for advanced courses, this course is for everyone! An open mind and willingness to learn will ensure you get the most out of this chemistry course.

Course Content

1 Unit - 20 video lessons
Chapter 1: Introduction to Chemistry
This unit will give you an overview of what's to come in this fundamentals of chemistry course.
05:36
Chapter 2: Measurements
Scientific notation allows us to manage numbers both extremely large or small in a manageable format. The number is written as a product of a number between 1 and 10 to the appropriate power of 10. We can then perform arithmetic operations using these newly notated number.
23:39
Chapter 3: Matter and Energy
Matter is material substance that constitutes the observable universe and, together with energy, forms the basis of all objective phenomenon. Chemical properties emerge when a chemical change ocurs and forms a new substance. We will break down this process and more in this unit!
11:02
Chapter 4: Principles and Foundations
Dalton's atomic theory is a foundational concept for the understanding of chemical sciences. Atoms are comprised of the proton, nucleus, and neutrons and we will break down how these elements influence an atom's function. This unit will also introduce you to the periodic table of elements- a an arrangement of the elements increasing in atomic number.
16:46
Chapter 5: Nomenclature
Chemical nomenclature are the rules that generate compound names. This unit will cover binary ionic compounds and type 2 compound nomenclature. A polyatomic ion is an ion composed of multiple atoms. There are a different set of rules for naming these substances which will be covered in this unit.
11:44
Chapter 6: Chemical Reactions
Chemical reactions are seen in every day life- from metal rusting to fireworks-- these changes are a result of reactions changing atom formations. Atoms neither created or destroyed, simply changed and can be determined by balancing the chemical equation. We will breakdown the process of balancing chemical equations - from identifying coefficients to correctly notating subscripts.
08:17
Chapter 7: Reactions in Aqueous Solutions
Acid-base reactions, precipitation reactions, and redox reactions are the three most prominent reactions in aqueous solutions. Solubility rules are important to understand when it comes to determining the solubility to ionic compounds in water. Describing equations is just as important as understanding them which is why we will cover how to write the molecular equations, ionic equation, and net ionic equation.
15:10
Chapter 8: Chemical Compositions
This unit will dive deep into the process of counting atoms by weight. Mole is the most commonly used unit of measurement considering the high volume of molecules and atoms in any substance. Molar mass can be calculated with a simple formula and helps in accurate compositions of compounds.
13:30
Chapter 9: Chemical Quantities
Writing and understanding chemical equations is a key concept in chemistry courses of all levels. We can use stoichiometry to use chemical equations as a method of calculating masses of reactants and products involved in reactions. Mole-mole relationships and mass calculations will be covered in this unit in addition to an introduction of key formulas and calculations in the chemical sciences.
05:03
Chapter 10: Modern Atomic Theory
Atomic theory states all matter is comprised of individual particles known as atoms. Understanding the structure and function of atoms allows us to determine energy levels of matter, comprised of atoms. In this unit, we will cover the fundamentals of electron arrangements in addition to hydrogen orbitals, p orbitals, d orbitals, and the wave mechanical model.
12:20
Chapter 11: Chemical Bonding
This unit will cover the theory of chemical bonding and chemical bond formula writing. Covalent bonds and ionic bonds are the focus of this unit in addition to Lewis Structures which show how valence structures are arranged. This unit will end with the VSEPR model used to predict molecular structure.
09:04
Chapter 12: Gas Laws
In this unit, we will cover the most important gas laws in the chemical sciences. Units of pressure are measured as pascals and Boyle's law is used to predict the new volume of gas as pressure changes. Dalton's law of partial pressures .
11:50
Chapter 13: Liquids and Solids
Chemical reactions cause the change of matter to different states of density and we will cover these processes in this unit. The unique process by a formula we will cover in this unit. Intramolecular forces is the driving force of changing the state of matter, a prominent example is the dipole-dipole force. Chemical bonding can even happen in Ionic solids, molecular solids, and atomic solids as well as metals.
07:02
Chapter 14: Solutions
Solutions, homogenous mixtures of 2+ substances, are an integral part of chemistry as it is relevant to the daily life of all humans. We will learn to calculate the the solutions composition by utilizing the equation of mass percent. It's a simply equations but goes a long way in mastering solutions as it pertains to chemistry. Other reactions we cover include stoichiometry reactions and neutralization reactions in addition to chemical normality.
08:07
Chapter 15: Acids and Bases
Acid and base reactions are used to determine PH , which ultimately helps us fully understand biological reactions and processes. This unit also dives deep into the equations used to determine and evaluate PH levels and what the implications of those results are. The PH scale itself is measured on a scale of 0-14, 7 being neutral.
08:27
Chapter 16: Equilibrium
Equilibrium is a key component of understand the world of chemistry. It is the state reached when reactants and products are no longer in a state of observable change. You will not only learn the laws of chemical equilibrium, but we will review the equilibrium constant forumla.
05:26
Chapter 17: Electrochemistry
Electrochemistry is the study of electrical potential and chemical charge in the physical world-- this an especially important science as it's used to understand the transmission of nerve impulses in the human body. We will cover, in depth, oxidation and oxidation reduction rates and concepts in this unit in addition to balance redox reactions.
10:05
Chapter 18: Radiation Chemistry
Radiation chemistry is actually a subset of nuclear chemistry which studies chemical effects on radiation. The Geiger-Muller counter is important in the study of radiation chemistry as it detects the pulses of currents from high energy particles after it's experienced radioactive decay. Additionally, the Scintillation counter can detect radioactivity using NaI that gives off light when struck by high energy particles. This unit provides an in depth look of these concepts, and more.
05:21
Chapter 19: Basic Organic Chemistry
Organic chemistry covers the properties, reactions, and structures of organic compounds. Organic chemistry mastery is especially important in the field of medicine as it provides the scientific understanding of pharmaceuticals.We will review the function of alkenes and alkynes and how to properly name them. Additionally, we will cover the nomenclature of aromatic compounds, organic compounds, and alcohols.
08:52
Chapter 20: Basic Biological Chemistry
Biological chemistry is the study of the chemical process as it pertains to living things. Elements of living systems include amino acids, and proteins. We will cover different proteins and their functions including fibrous and globular proteins and the structures. Their arrangements in space include alpha-helix (wool or tendons) and beta-helix (silk and muscle fiber).
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Harminder Gill

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Harminder Gill did his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Riverside, where he finished his bachelor of science degree in biological chemistry with an emphasis in chemistry. After completing his undergraduate studies, he attended graduate school at the University of California, Davis, where he finished his master’s degree in organic chemistry. After doing several teaching assignments, he went into the teaching profession at community colleges. He was an adjunct professor at many community colleges in Southern California. He became a life member for both the alumni associations at UCR and UCD. He has done homeschooling throughout communities, where he offers more than two hundred sections of academic subjects from humanities, social sciences, sciences, and test preparation. Plenty of his past students have done exceptionally well, including those who have achieved high scores on standardized tests, getting accepted into training academies, universities, and programs of their choice. He has served on the Board of Directors for an art association, completed the distinguished toastmaster (DTM) in the Toastmasters Program for Public Speaking and Leadership, a past driving instructor, a past realtor, a tax professional, and got elected by the Mayor and City Council to be the Board of Library Trustees Ward 4 in the Riverside County.

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