Chemical Principles II (CHE 132E/CHE 132LE)
Chemical Principles II Lecture (CHE 132E) and Lab (CHE 132LE) are self-paced, online courses. These courses emphasize the construction of scientific concepts based on observation and the development of reasoning skills based on active learning. Topics include atomic structure, bonding, molecular geometry, reaction energetics and rates, equilibrium, redox, and acid-base chemistry. After completing the courses above, you'll be well-prepared to pursue a degree in fields such as optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, and physician assistant.
Prerequisites: Chemical Principles I (CHE 131) or equivalent
MCPHS also offers Chemical Principles I. Please visit our Chemical Principles I prerequisite course page for more information.
Course Format
Chemical Principles II (CHE 132E/CHE 132LE) is an online, asynchronous, self-paced course that includes both a 3-credit lecture session and a 1-credit laboratory session. This course does not have specific meeting times or deadlines. You will complete your assignments on your schedule over 16 weeks using Blackboard, an online learning platform. You will also have the support of an instructor, as well as 24/7 online tutoring as you progress through the coursework. After completing this course, you will receive a final letter grade and be able to request an official transcript from our Registrar’s Office. Please note: Students can register for the lecture, the lab, or both. Registration is separate for each of these courses.
Course Cost
Courses run at a rate of $500 per credit hour. The School of Professional Studies offers reduced tuition options to new MCPHS students.
Students who have not previously taken coursework at MCPHS are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for one course. Please complete the discount code form to receive the discount code.
Degree applicants who have been admitted to a degree program and paid their enrollment deposit are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for any prerequisite course that the Admission Office has indicated must be completed before starting the degree program. Please contact the Admission Office at 617.879.5964 (Boston), 508.373.5607 (Worcester), or 603.314.1701 (Manchester) for more information.
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Accreditation
MCPHS is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
We suggest that students purchase their course materials after registering and gaining access to their course. Detailed instructions will then be provided.
The lecture course requires the following textbooks:
Chemistry Sixth Edition, Gilbert, Kirss, Foster, Bretz and Davies
Chemistry Student Solutions Manual Sixth Edition, Gilbert, Kirss, Foster, Bretz and Davies
The following is required for the lab course:
Beyond Labz Download
A webcam is also required.
Students can receive a full tuition refund if they drop a course within five business days of registering. Course changes will also be allowed during this five-day window.
After the five-day window closes (and up until the course's completion date), students may choose to withdraw from the course without a refund. This would result in a "W" on their student record.
Students should use a computer to interact with the course content rather than a mobile device, iPad, or Tablet. Please confirm you have the minimum computer specifications by reviewing the technology requirements for MCPHS before registering for your course.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they have all the required resources needed to access the course material and software.
How to Register
