Course Curriculum
Chemistry Fundamentals
A structured journey through chemical principles — from atomic theory to organic molecules.
Basics
Introduction / Basics
What is Chemistry? Matter, elements, compounds, mixtures, states of matter, measurement, and scientific method.
Atomic Structure
Atomic Structure
Atomic theory history, subatomic particles, atomic number, isotopes, electron configuration, quantum numbers, and periodic trends.
Periodic Table
Periodic Table
Organization of the periodic table, groups & periods, metals/non-metals/metalloids, specific element groups, and periodic trends.
Bonding
Chemical Bonding
Ionic, covalent, polar/non-polar, metallic bonds, intermolecular forces, and molecular shapes (VSEPR).
Reactions
Stoichiometry & Chemical Reactions
Balancing equations, mole concept, empirical/molecular formulas, types of reactions, limiting reactants, and percent yield.
Reactions
Acids, Bases, and pH
Arrhenius, Brønsted-Lowry, Lewis acids/bases, strong vs weak acids/bases, pH/pOH, buffers, and titration.
Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics
Energy, heat, work, enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs free energy, exothermic/endothermic reactions, spontaneity, and Hess's law.
Chemical Dynamics
Kinetics & Chemical Equilibrium
Reaction rates, factors affecting rates, rate laws, dynamic equilibrium, and Le Chatelier's principle.
Electrochemistry
Redox Reactions & Electrochemistry
Oxidation/reduction, oxidizing/reducing agents, electrochemical cells, and standard electrode potentials.
Organic
Organic Chemistry
Introduction to organic molecules, functional groups, IUPAC nomenclature, alkanes/alkenes/alkynes, isomerism, and common reactions.
Physical Chemistry
Solutions & Colligative Properties
Solubility, saturation, concentration units, Raoult's law, freezing point depression, and boiling point elevation.
Atomic Structure
Nuclear Chemistry
Radioactivity (α, β, γ), half-life, decay calculations, nuclear reactions, fission, and fusion.
Analytical Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry & Instrumental Methods
Gravimetric/volumetric analysis, spectroscopy (UV-Vis, IR, NMR), chromatography (TLC, GC, HPLC).