Notices
Tutoring center hours: M: 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm / T: 12:00-1:00
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 10:10 AM - 11:00 AM |
In addition I will be in the tutoring center on Mondays from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm, on Tuesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 pm, and on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 pm.
Profile
Following graduation, Dr. Giles worked ten years in industry for scientific instrument companies. Following that, he has taught chemistry for colleges in the Maricopa district for 23 years.
Classes Taught
Fall 2023
| CHM130 | Fundamental Chemistry | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. Designed to meet needs of students in such diverse areas as agriculture, nursing, home economics, physical education and water technology. Prerequisites: C or better in [(CHM100 or MAT090 or MAT091 or MAT092 or higher or satisfactory math placement) and (RDG100 or RDG100LL, or higher or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)] or permission of the Instructor. |
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
18106 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lecture
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
TuTh |
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM |
Class Started |
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| CHM130LL | Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory | 1 Credits | ||||
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Laboratory experience in support of CHM130. Prerequisites or Corequisites: A grade of "C" or better in CHM130. |
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| General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
19582 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Tu |
9:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
Class Started |
19581 |
Red Mountain Campus |
In Person
Lab
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08/24/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Th |
9:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
Class Started |
Degrees & Awards
BS in Biochemistry from University of California, Davis.
PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry from University of California, Davis.
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