This Chemistry Fundamentals course consists of nine structured lectures, followed by an assessment, each addressing a core area of chemical knowledge and scientific understanding.
The course begins with an introduction to chemistry, exploring the nature of chemistry, the scientific method, measurement systems, atomic structure, and the periodic table.
Chemical bonding and structure examine bonding models, ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding, Lewis structures, molecular geometry, and intermolecular forces.
Chemical reactions focus on reaction types, balancing equations, stoichiometry, reaction rates, kinetics, and chemical equilibrium.
Acids, bases, and redox reactions explore acid–base properties, pH and pOH, titrations, oxidation–reduction reactions, and electrochemistry.
The structure of matter examines states of matter, gas laws, kinetic molecular theory, solutions, concentrations, and colligative properties.
The chemistry of elements explores alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, transition metals, coordination compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, noble gases, rare earth elements, and organometallic compounds.
Organic chemistry basics introduce hydrocarbons, functional groups, isomerism, organic reactions, biochemistry concepts, and polymers.
Environmental chemistry examines air and water pollution, treatment processes, climate change, green chemistry principles, and sustainable chemical practices.
Chemistry in everyday life explores applications in medicine, food and nutrition, household products, and personal care products.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the Chemistry Fundamentals course, learners receive a free digital certificate confirming course completion. A provider-issued certificate is also available following verification, with optional premium certificates and academic transcripts available separately. This course supports academic development and scientific literacy.
