CHEM 1560

Introduction to General Chemistry

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

CHEM 1560 is the lecture component of a one-semester introduction to fundamental topics in general chemistry, both qualitative and quantitative. Co-enrollment in CHEM 1561 (lab) is required. CHEM 1560 (lecture) and CHEM 1561 (lab) together provide a complete one-semester introduction to general chemistry and serve as preparation for CHEM 1570. CHEM 1560 is not recommended for premedical or pre-veterinary students. Students planning to take CHEM 2080 should be enrolled in CHEM 2070 rather than CHEM 1560.

Corequisites CHEM 1561.

Forbidden Overlaps CHEM 1560 and CHEM 1561, CHEM 2070 and CHEM 2071, CHEM 2090 and CHEM 2091

Fees Course fee, $20. Lab fee (non-refundable) covers cost of safety goggles, lab apron, and breakage.

Distribution Requirements (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS), (SCT-IL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024FA, 2023FA, 2022FA

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