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2025-2026 College Catalog

CHEM 149 Medical General Chemistry II

This course is the second term of a two-term medical general chemistry sequence designed to meet requirements for students interested in a pre-med program. Topics include chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, pH, acids and bases and organic chemistry. Medical application of biochemical concepts and case studies are emphasized. The laboratory stresses development of techniques, data and error presentation, and integration of observation with theory. This course is not recommended for students lacking strong arithmetic and algebraic skills. Highschool level chemistry preparation is recommended.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Offered Distance Learning: Yes
Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science
SUNY General Education Designation(s): Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning)
Credits: 4
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 3
Lab: 2