This is a foundation course to provide general background knowledge of Chemistry for science students without taking a full course of Chemistry in their secondary schools.
The topics include the physical and chemical properties of matters, atomic structures, periodicity, stoichiometry, types of chemical reactions, general concepts of chemical bonding, acids and bases, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, thermochemistry, oxidation and reduction, introduction of organic and biological molecules, electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry.
General principles in chemistry will be applied in the discussion of global issues such as global warming, environmental pollution, energy resource, and drug abuse. The process and strategy of problem solving will be used to help students become creative problem solvers.