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CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's Chemistry Lab — 1 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

A real chemistry lab you can run at home — six graded experiments, full reports, zero lab fees.

🎓1 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Chemistry Lab — transfers as CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab at Thomas Edison State University
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Chemistry Lab
· 1 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab
1 transcript credits · TESU course: CHE-1280
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
1 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
Saved vs avg community college
What you'll learn

A full semester of chemistry lab, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Describe and explain the structure and physical properties of matter, applying the concepts of mass, volume, and density through direct measurement and analysis
  • ✓Solve quantitative problems involving the mole concept and Avogadro's number, converting between mass, moles, and number of particles using molar mass
  • ✓Determine the empirical formula of a compound from experimental mass data, and solve stoichiometric problems, including those involving the law of definite proportions
  • ✓Apply the principles of thermodynamics to laboratory problems involving heat transfer, energy conservation, and the measurement of heat flow through calorimetry
  • ✓Examine and apply separation techniques such as chromatography, calculating and interpreting Rf values to perform qualitative analysis of mixtures
  • ✓Classify acids and bases and analyze acid–base titrations, identifying the equivalence point and determining pKa values from titration-curve data
  • ✓Perform and analyze various laboratory activities related to chemistry, including accurate measurement, data collection, and the use of laboratory tools and instrumentation
  • ✓Apply scientific methodology, in all its explicit steps, to solve complex problems that are part of the laboratory activities, and evaluate experimental results to identify sources of error and uncertainty
  • ✓Communicate experimental findings through formal laboratory reporting, presenting data, calculations, and conclusions clearly and accurately
📚Major topics covered
Lab safety & procedures Measurement & significant figures Mass, volume, and density Avogadro's number and the mole Empirical formula determination Stoichiometry in practice Calorimetry Heat and enthalpy Chromatography Separation techniques Acid-base chemistry Titration curves pH measurement Data collection & error analysis Graphing experimental data Lab report writing Scientific method application
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab.

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  • ✓1 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Thomas Edison State University
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Thomas Edison State University
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Tuition saved vs TESU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $449 (TESU's published per-credit tuition for New Jersey residents; $584 out of state; tesu.edu, 13 Oct 2026). Actual savings vary by program and your UPI Study plan.

More transferable credits

See all 55 UPI Study courses that transfer to TESU.

Chemistry Lab is one of 55 UPI Study courses recognized by Thomas Edison State University under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Arts — TESU accepts up to 90 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Chemistry Lab → TESU.

📚 About Chemistry Lab
What is Chemistry Lab?
A college-level laboratory course with six structured experiments covering density, the mole, empirical formulas, calorimetry, chromatography, and titration. It is Chemistry 111 Lab.
Do I need to buy equipment or chemicals for Chemistry Lab?
The course is designed around a zero-student-cost, home-based model using common household materials. Full details are in the syllabus.
Does this need to pair with a lecture course?
Most universities expect a lab to accompany a chemistry lecture course. Check whether your school requires them to be taken together.
How is Chemistry Lab graded?
Six graded quizzes plus assessed lab reports for each experiment. 70 or above is required to pass.
How many credits is a lab worth?
It's a 1-credit lab, matching how campus chemistry labs are credited — the Chemistry I lecture course carries the main 3 credits.
How long does Chemistry Lab take to complete?
60 contact hours across six experiments plus orientation; typically 28–30 days.
Is there a final exam?
Assessment is through the graded quizzes and lab reports rather than a single cumulative exam.
Will my university accept a home-based lab?
UPI Study's lab courses carry the same ACE/NCCRS credit recommendations as our lecture courses, and students transfer them regularly. If your program has a special in-person requirement, your registrar can confirm in minutes.
Can I take the Chemistry Lab without Chemistry I?
It's designed to pair with the Chemistry I lecture course — schools generally award lab-science credit for the combination.
How does an online chemistry lab work?
Through virtual experiments and simulations covering measurement, reactions, stoichiometry, and titration — no home chemistry kit needed.
Does this satisfy a lab-science requirement?
Yes — paired with Chemistry I, it forms the standard chemistry-with-lab combination that lab-science requirements ask for.
Who needs the Chemistry Lab course?
Students whose degree requires a lab science, and pre-health applicants whose programs expect chemistry with lab.
🎯 About CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept Chemistry Lab as a direct equivalent to their CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's Chemistry Lab is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Chemistry Lab as transferring as CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab, TESU typically applies UPI Study's Chemistry Lab as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 1 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists Chemistry Lab → CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 55 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete Chemistry Lab, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CHE-1280 – General Chemistry I Lab) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
✓Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
✓No minimum GPA requirement
✓Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from
📋 TESU's official transfer credit page → MSCHE accredited

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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