CHEM 301 - Naturally Dangerous

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHEM 100, or CHEM 111A, or CHEM 140 or consent of instructor. Completion of GE Foundation requirements. Completion of at least 60 units.
Is anything safe? How do we know? A course in scientific literacy and critical thinking. Case study discussions of naturally occurring compounds and facets of science whose safety is unclear or has been the subject of misleading claims. Not applicable to a degree in chemistry or biochemistry.

Letter Grade Only (A-F) Lecture 3 hrs. Not Repeatable for credit