A laboratory course emphasizing the general principles and theories of chemistry, including fundamentals of inorganic chemistry, atomic structure and states of matter, bonding, stoichiometry, acid-base concepts, periodicity and solution chemistry. A course included within this descriptor may also include organic and biochemistry topics. The panel has compared the IAI GECC P1 902L descriptor against the AP Chemistry exam and determined there is not a match as there is no method for documentation of lab activities or contact hours. Feb 2016
Revised descriptor - 11/11/2022 – added clarification to allow organic and biochemistry content within the course description. Effective Spring 2023