CHEM 2090

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CHEM 2090
Engineering General Chemistry

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Covers basic chemical concepts, such as reactivity and bonding of molecules, introductory quantum mechanics, and intermolecular forces in liquids and solids and gases. Attention will be focused on aspects and applications of chemistry most pertinent to engineering.


Prerequisites high school chemistry or permission of instructor.

Forbidden Overlaps CHEM 1560, CHEM 2070, CHEM 2090

Enrollment Priority Enrollment limited to: Engineering students or written permission from the College of Engineering.

Fees 20. lab fee (non-refundable) covers cost of safety goggles, lab apron, and breakage.

Distribution Requirements (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG), (SCT-IL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA, 2024SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  3216 CHEM 2090   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Bae, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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