Debra Mansperger, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry

Physical Science

Office: RDM-PV Palo Verde

480-773-9891 (mobile)

Office Hours

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Classes Taught

Spring 2024

CHM151 General Chemistry I 3 Credits

Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL) or CHM130AA or one year of high school chemistry taken in the last five yrs] and (MAT151 or higher or satisfactory placement) or permission of the Instructor or Department or Division Chair.

Course Notes: CHM151 is lecture only. Students who need a lab must take CHM150LL.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27378
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoWe
5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Class Started

Spring Flex Start 2024

CHM130 Fundamental Chemistry 3 Credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry.

Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in [(CHM100 or high school algebra or MAT140 or hghr or EdReady score of 70 or higher) and (RDG100 or RDG100LL or hghr or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placemnt)] or permission of the dept.

Course Notes: CHM130 is lecture only. Students who need a lab must take CHM130LL.

It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Chemistry Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32422
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoTuWeTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Class Started

CHM151LL General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM150 or CHM151.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM150 or CHM151.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27380
Dobson Campus

PS228 Chemistry Breakout Room

In Person
Lab
01/22/2024 - 05/10/2024
Mo
7:10 PM - 10:00 PM

Closed

Summer 2024

CHM151 General Chemistry I 3 Credits

Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL) or CHM130AA or one year of high school chemistry taken in the last five yrs] and (MAT151 or higher or satisfactory placement) or permission of the Instructor or Department or Division Chair.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17370
Dobson Campus

PS225-Interdisciplinary Lec/La

In Person
Lecture
05/28/2024 - 07/18/2024
MoTuWeTh
5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Open

23 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Fall 2024

CHM130 Fundamental Chemistry 3 Credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry.

Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in [(CHM100 or high school algebra or MAT140 or hghr or EdReady score of 70 or higher) and (RDG100 or RDG100LL or hghr or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placemnt)] or permission of the dept.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Chemistry Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14099
Dobson Campus

PS101 - Tiered Lecture Rm.

In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Open

20 of 36
Seats Available

CHM130LL Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM130.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM130.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14067
Dobson Campus

PS235 Chemistry Breakout Room

In Person
Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
Tu
7:10 PM - 10:00 PM

Open

12 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

CHM151 General Chemistry I 3 Credits

Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL) or CHM130AA or one year of high school chemistry taken in the last five yrs] and (MAT151 or higher or satisfactory placement) or permission of the Instructor or Department or Division Chair.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Chemistry Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14074
Dobson Campus

PS101 - Tiered Lecture Rm.

In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

21 of 36
Seats Available

Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

CHM151LL General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM150 or CHM151.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM150 or CHM151.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14078
Dobson Campus

PS228 Chemistry Breakout Room

In Person
Lab
08/21/2024 - 12/13/2024
We
8:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Open

18 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

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