Introduction to Chemistry

Even if chemistry tormented you in high school or college, you can master its principles! In this course, you'll gain a solid foundation in the basics of chemistry. Along the way, you'll learn how everything that goes on in your body depends on a chemical reaction.

You'll gain interesting insights about your body's use of food, the role of isotopes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease, nutritional deficiencies, the importance of enzymes, and the function of many specific chemicals in your body. This course also prepares you for a health-related career or for success in a college chemistry course.

What you will learn

• Learn about the particles that make up matter and the different states matter can take
• Discover the different types of energy, ways to measure it, and reactions it creates
• Learn about ions and isotopes, and their very important uses in medicine
• Grasp why atoms combine with each other and why some chemical bonds are strong while others are weak
• Learn how to interpret and balance chemical equations
• Find out why chemicals react with each other and what can be done to speed those reactions
• Master stoichiometric calculations

How you will benefit

• Prepare for a health-related career or for success in a college chemistry course
• Master the principles of chemistry even if you had difficulty in high school
• Discover new potential career opportunities you might want to pursue

How the course is taught

• Instructor-led or self-paced online course
• 6 Weeks or 3 Months access
• 24 course hours

Instructors & Support

Holly Trimble

Holly Trimble earned a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado, a master's degree in Pediatric Physical Therapy from Boston University, a master's degree in Biology from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and a doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University. After working as a physical therapist for many years, Dr. Trimble transitioned into teaching. She has lectured on health-related topics to all age groups and has taught middle and high school science courses in both private and public school settings. She currently teaches Anatomy and Physiology for a local community college system, where she has taught for the past 15 years. Holly received the Adjunct Faculty Excellence Award both of the years she was nominated and is the author of the eBook, "College Success Now!"

Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.