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General Chemistry 1: Complete College Course + MCAT Prep
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General Chemistry 1: Complete College Course + MCAT Prep
Atoms, Stoichiometry, Bonding & Reactions | College-Level + Pre-Med MCAT Ready | Taught by a Medical Doctor
Created byDr. Gerald Day Richardson
Last updated 3/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Master the complete General Chemistry I curriculum taught in college — clearly and step-by-step
- Build a deep understanding of atomic structure, quantum theory, and electron configuration
- Predict periodic trends (atomic radius, ionization energy, electronegativity) without memorization
- Confidently solve mole, molar mass, percent composition, and empirical formula problems
- Write and name ionic and covalent compounds accurately every time
- Understand ionic and covalent bonding at a conceptual level — not just by rules
- Visualize 3D molecular geometry and determine polarity using VSEPR theory
- Understand orbital hybridization (sp, sp2, sp3) in a way that actually makes sense
- Identify and compare intermolecular forces and explain their real-world effects
- Balance chemical equations and understand reaction types with confidence
- Develop real exam-level problem solving skills with 130+ guided practice questions
- Build a rock-solid foundation for Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and professional school
- Apply General Chemistry concepts to MCAT-style passage and discrete questions
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Course content
13 sections • 26 lectures • 16h 39m total length
Requirements
- No prior chemistry experience required — this course starts from the fundamentals
- Basic high school algebra (solving simple equations) is helpful but not required
- A calculator, notebook, and willingness to practice
- Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to watch lessons
Description
The Problem
General Chemistry I is one of the most failed and most feared college courses.
Students struggle because:
Professors move too fast
Textbooks are abstract and overly technical
Concepts build on each other — and one weak link breaks everything
Most students rely on memorization instead of understanding
When atomic structure isn’t clear, periodic trends don’t make sense.
When bonding isn’t intuitive, molecular geometry becomes confusing.
When moles aren’t mastered, stoichiometry feels impossible.
And unfortunately…
Most “chemistry help” online is either:
A 2-hour crash course
Random problem walkthroughs without theory
Or scattered videos with no structure
That's not how mastery works.
The Strategic Advantage
General Chemistry is not just a prerequisite course.
It is the foundation for:
Organic Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biology
The MCAT
Pre-med and health professions
Advanced STEM coursework
If you truly understand General Chemistry, everything that follows becomes easier.
If you memorize it, everything that follows becomes harder.
The Solution
Chemistry is a layered system.
Each topic builds directly on the previous one:
Atomic theory → Quantum model → Electron configuration → Periodic trends → Bonding → Molecular geometry → Intermolecular forces → Chemical reactions → Stoichiometry.
If you skip steps, confusion compounds.
That’s why I created:
General Chemistry 1: The Complete College Chemistry Course
A fully structured, 15+ hour training program that teaches the entire Gen Chem I curriculum clearly, logically, and step-by-step.
This course consolidates everything you need in one place:
Conceptual foundations
Mathematical problem solving
3D molecular visualization
130+ guided practice questions
Exam-level applications
MCAT-relevant emphasis
Instead of memorizing disconnected formulas, you’ll build chemistry from first principles.
What Makes This Course Different
Most chemistry courses teach topics.
This course teaches structure.
Most courses focus on formulas.
This course builds intuition.
Most courses give answers.
This course shows reasoning.
And unlike generic tutoring videos, this course is taught by a practicing medical doctor — someone who has mastered this material at the highest academic and clinical levels and understands how it connects to real scientific and medical training.
You’re not just learning to pass a test.
You’re building a scientific framework that lasts.
What You'll Master
You’ll develop mastery in:
1. Atomic Structure & Matter
Understand subatomic particles, isotopes, mass numbers, and how atomic theory evolved from classical models to quantum mechanics.
Why this matters:
Everything in chemistry begins here. If you understand the atom, the rest becomes logical instead of overwhelming.
2. The Bohr & Quantum Models
Energy levels, orbitals, quantum numbers — explained clearly and visually.
Why this matters:
Electron behavior explains periodic trends and chemical bonding.
3. Electron Configuration
Master the Aufbau principle, Pauli exclusion, Hund’s rule, and shorthand notation.
Why this matters:
Electron configuration predicts chemical behavior.
4. The Periodic Table & Trends
Atomic radius, ionization energy, electronegativity — explained through reasoning, not memorization.
Why this matters:
You’ll be able to predict trends confidently on exams.
5. Chemical Formulas & Composition
Moles, molar mass, percent composition, empirical and molecular formulas.
Why this matters:
Stoichiometry becomes manageable once moles are intuitive.
6. Ionic & Covalent Bonding
Understand why atoms bond — not just how.
Why this matters:
Bonding explains physical properties, geometry, and reactivity.
7. Molecular Geometry & Polarity
VSEPR theory, 3D shapes, hybridization, and polarity prediction.
Why this matters:
You’ll be able to visualize molecules instead of guessing.
8. Intermolecular Forces
Hydrogen bonding, dipole interactions, London dispersion forces.
Why this matters:
Explains boiling points, solubility, and biological systems.
9. Chemical Reactions & Foundations of Stoichiometry
Balance reactions, identify reaction types, understand quantitative relationships.
10. Much, much more...
Why this matters:
This is where exams test real mastery.
What You Get
15+ hours of structured General Chemistry I instruction
130+ guided practice questions
Step-by-step walkthroughs
College-level curriculum coverage
Active Q&A support
Lifetime access
Future course updates
30-day money-back guarantee
Why This Course Is Different
Most chemistry courses teach topics.
This course teaches structure.
Most courses focus on formulas.
This course builds intuition.
Most courses give answers.
This course shows reasoning.
You won’t just pass General Chemistry — you’ll understand it.
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal if:
You’re taking General Chemistry I in college
You’re pre-med, pre-dental, pre-PA, or pre-health
You’re preparing for the MCAT and want true chemistry mastery
You struggled in chemistry before
You want an A instead of “just passing”
You want a strong foundation for Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry
This course is beginner-friendly and builds from fundamentals upward.
Why This Matters Long-Term
General Chemistry isn’t just a requirement.
It’s a filter.
Students who understand it move confidently into advanced sciences.
Students who memorize it struggle later.
This course is built for long-term mastery — not short-term survival.
Imagine Walking Into Your Next Exam
Instead of hoping you memorized enough…
You understand why the answer works.
That confidence compounds.
Through Organic Chemistry.
Through Biochemistry.
Through the MCAT.
Through medical training.
Enroll Today
Every week in Gen Chem builds on the previous one.
Falling behind makes it exponentially harder.
With 30-day risk-free access, there’s no downside — only stronger foundations and higher scores.
Click “Enroll Now” and master General Chemistry I the right way.
Who this course is for:
- College students currently taking General Chemistry I
- Pre-med, pre-dental, pre-PA, nursing, and STEM majors who need a strong foundation
- Students retaking chemistry who want to truly understand the material
- Students aiming for an A in Chemistry instead of just passing