Chemistry, 2nd Edition

Course Overview

Give your student a head start on chemistry with this course by an award-winning educator.

Course No. 1012

This 36-lecture course provides a solid foundation in high school chemistry through:

• Clear explanations of fundamental concepts
• Logical problem-solving approaches
• Real-world examples and analogies
• Step-by-step quantitative reasoning

Professor Cardulla demonstrates how to master key chemistry topics including the periodic table, chemical equations, stoichiometry, molarity, and equilibrium systems.

Key Topics Covered:

• Atomic structure and the periodic table
• Chemical formulas and equations
• Stoichiometry calculations
• Solution chemistry and molarity
• Chemical equilibrium principles
• Acid-base chemistry
• Titration techniques
• Solubility equilibria

Video Lectures

01: Introduction and Philosophy (32 min)

How to succeed in chemistry through conceptual understanding.

02: Basic Concepts of Quantitative Reasoning (30 min)

Solving chemistry problems using natural reasoning skills.

03: Quantitative Reasoning in Everyday Life (31 min)

Applying everyday logic to chemistry problems.

04: Quantitative Reasoning in Chemistry-Density (31 min)

Understanding and calculating density.

05: The SI (Metric) System of Measurement (29 min)

Mastering metric units and prefixes.

06: Converting between Systems of Measurement (29 min)

Practice with unit conversion problems.

07: Elements, Atoms, and the Periodic Table (30 min)

Atomic structure and periodic table organization.

08: Ions, Compounds, and Interpreting Formulas (32 min)

Forming compounds and writing chemical formulas.

09: Isotopes and Families of Elements (30 min)

Atomic variations and element groupings.

10: The Mole (29 min)

Understanding this fundamental chemistry unit.

11: Solving Mole Problems (31 min)

Practice calculations involving moles.

12: Avogadro’s Hypothesis and Molar Volume (30 min)

Gas volumes and Avogadro’s principle.

13: Percent Composition and Empirical Formulas (29 min)

Determining chemical formulas from composition.

14: Solving Empirical Formula Problems (30 min)

Practice with empirical formula calculations.

15: Writing and Balancing Chemical Equations (30 min)

Representing chemical reactions with equations.

16: An Introduction to Stoichiometry (31 min)

Quantitative relationships in reactions.

17: Stoichiometry Problems (30 min)

Solving reaction quantity problems.

18: Advanced Stoichiometry (31 min)

Theoretical, actual, and percent yields.

19: An Introduction to Molarity (30 min)

Solution concentration concepts.

20: Solving Molarity Problems (29 min)

Basic molarity calculations.

21: Advanced Molarity Problems (30 min)

Complex solution concentration problems.

22: Basic Concepts of Chemical Equilibrium (30 min)

Reversible reactions and equilibrium systems.

23: An Introduction to the Equilibrium Constant (31 min)

The essential equilibrium expression.

24: Interpreting an Equilibrium Constant (30 min)

Understanding equilibrium constant values.

25: Le Chatelier’s Principle-Concentration (31 min)

How equilibrium responds to changes.

26: Le Chatelier-Pressure and Temperature (30 min)

Equilibrium shifts with physical changes.

27: An Introduction to Equilibrium Problems (31 min)

Solving basic equilibrium calculations.

28: The Self-Ionization of Water (30 min)

Water’s ionic properties and pH introduction.

29: Strong Acids and Bases-General Properties (32 min)

Characteristics of strong acids and bases.

30: Solving Strong Acid and Base Problems (27 min)

pH calculations for strong electrolytes.

31: Weak Acids and Bases (32 min)

Partial ionization and weak electrolyte problems.

32: Titrating Acids and Bases (31 min)

Neutralization reactions and titration technique.

33: Titration Curves and Indicators (30 min)

Using indicators to find equivalence points.

34: Solubility Equilibria-Principles, Problems (31 min)

Equilibrium in saturated solutions.

35: Solubility Equilibria-Common Ion Effect (31 min)

Advanced solubility problems.

36: Putting It All Together (32 min)

Comprehensive review of key concepts.