This course examines why and how chemical reactions take place. Core topics include safety in a laboratory environment, chemical equilibrium (qualitative and quantitative aspects, equilibrium in acidbase systems, additional aspects of aqueous equilibria) and electrochemistry. This course provides an insight into the role of chemistry in industry and its role in the explanation of natural phenomena encountered in everyday life. Stoichiometry is reviewed.
Chemistry 0983 and Chemistry 0993 may be taken at the same time or in any order.
Chemistry 0983 and Chemistry 0993 are required for completion of ABE Provincial level Chemistry.
Prerequisites
English 10 or equivalent; Chemistry 11 or equivalent; Pre-calculus 11, or a minimum score of 72% on the Intermediate Algebra Math Assessment, or equivalent; if the Math prerequisite is not met, MATH 0861 and 0871 must be taken at the same time as CHEM 0983 and 0993; English 11 strongly recommended.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Safety Measures in a Laboratory Environment
- Chemical Equilibria
- Additional Aspects of Aqueous Equilibria
- Electrochemistry
This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *
- College Initiative: $8.85/course
- Campus Resource: $9.95/course
- Student Union: $71/term
- UPass: $188/term (if applicable)
* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.
Contact the department at [email protected] with any questions.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71383 |
November 2, 2026 to December 17, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41228 |
March 1, 2027 to April 22, 2027 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.