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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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CHEM 1406 Introductory Chemistry I
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Course Prefix & Number:
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CHEM 1406
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Section Number:
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400
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Semester/Year:
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SP 2021
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Semester Credit Hours:
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4
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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48
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
The course is designed for nursing students and others who plan careers in health-related fields. Topics in inorganic, organic and biological chemistry, including basic chemical concepts and theories, nomenclature and reactions of organic compounds, and introduction to the chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and metabolism.
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Course Prerequisite(s): none
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
Basic Chemistry 6th edition by Timberlake and Timberlake. ISBN 0-13-487811-6. Pearson.
Scientific calculator (You do NOT need a graphing calculator.)
Pearson Mastering Chemistry online homework, access code available via NCTC bookstore or online through Canvas link
Computer access with webcam and microphone capability that can support Respondus Lockdown Browser, Java, and Adobe Flash player; Reliable Internet access
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Amy Whiting
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth 334 / virtual
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6213
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E-mail Address:
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awhiting@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS:
Virtual office hours available by appointment through the Cisco WebEx system accessed through Canvas. Please give 24-hour notice if possible. Weekly Review Sessions will occur through this WebEx system on Thursdays.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog)
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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1. Demonstrate knowledge of units and use measurements in problem solving.
2. Comprehend basic knowledge of properties and changes of matter and energy.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of covalent and ionic compounds and their nomenclature.
4. Illustrate knowledge of chemical changes and chemical quantities.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of gas laws to predict the behavior of gases.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of solution properties.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts of organic and biochemistry.
8. Relate the concepts covered to human physiological processes.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Major Exams
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40 %
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1
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Final Exam
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10 %
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12-15
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Lab Grades
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30 %
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Weekly
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Quizzes & Homework
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20 %
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GRADING SCALE: A = 90-100% B = 80-89% C = 70-79% D = 60 –69% F = <60%
Quizzes will be given online via Canvas quizzes. Online Quizzes not completed by the due date/time will receive a grade of zero.
Online Homework: Homework will be assigned weekly and graded. All homework will be completed through the MyLab and Mastering LINK in Canvas. You will need to register and create an account with Pearson. During this process, you will create a student account with a personal login name and password. You will need to purchase an access code, either from the bookstore or directly from the website. Please use your full name when enrolling in the course. You are expected to complete the homework assignments in a timely manner. Working problems is the best way to learn to apply the material in this course. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to complete the assignments. Be aware that during peak times, the Mastering Chemistry website may run slowly. Do not wait until the last minute.
One (1) lowest homework OR quiz grade will be dropped at the end of the semester.
Exam Administration Exams will be given in Canvas through the Quizzes section. They will be clearly labeled and specific directions for each one. They will be timed and will require the use of LOCKDOWN BROWSER. If you do not already have this installed on your device, you will need to make sure this is done before the next exam. A practice quiz is available to test this before the Exam starts. You will have 24 hours to complete the exam on the posted day. Make sure to give yourself enough time when you start to finish before the deadline. While there may be instances when being late is unavoidable, exceptions will be severely limited. All exams must be completed online. You are expected to only use the allowed materials while taking the exam. No other resources should be used, as this constitutes cheating. Plan to study as you would for an in-class exam and make sure you have dedicated time and space to allow for such a simulated exam experience. Once you start an exam, you may not stop and finish it later. Do not expect to get a “do-over” without a VERY good reason.
MISSED EXAMS: If you miss an exam (1 per semester only), you must notify me by email with your excuse within 24 hours, otherwise your right to take the exam is forfeited. If you do poorly on an exam or miss an exam, your final exam grade can be used to replace your lowest exam grade (for 1 exam only) at the end of the semester.
The final exam will be COMPREHENSIVE, covering all material in this course. The final exam grade cannot be replaced and is NOT optional. You must take the final exam.
Grades will be posted on Canvas. You are responsible for checking to see that your grades are posted correctly. If there is a discrepancy, please bring it to my attention right away. Do not wait until the end of the semester. The averages calculated on Canvas may or may not reflect your actual grade. Refer to the syllabus for the percentages for calculating your grade.
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
* Subject schedule and dates for exams are tentative and subject to change.
**See the CHEM 1406 Spring 2021 Study Guide and Due Dates for more details**
Tentative Lecture Calendar
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Week
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Subject
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Reading Assignment
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1
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Introduction, Measurements
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Chapter 2
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2
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Measurements, Matter and Energy
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Chapter 2, 3
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3
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Matter and Energy, Atoms and Elements
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Chapter 3, 4
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4
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Electronic structure and periodic table
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Chapter 5
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5
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Exam #1 Ch.2-5, Inorganic compounds
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Exam #1, Ch 6
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6
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Naming Inorganic compounds
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Chapter 6
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7
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Chemical Quantities
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Chapter 7
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8
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Chemical reactions
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Chapter 8
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Exam #2 Ch. 6- 8
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Exam #2
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9
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Chemical quantities in reactions
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Chapter 9
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10
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Shape of molecules
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Chapter 10
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11
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Gases
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Chapter 11
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Exam #3 Ch.9-11
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Exam #3
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12
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Solutions, Acids and bases
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Chapter 12, 14
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13
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Acids and bases
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Chapter 14
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14
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Organic Chemistry
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Chapter 17
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15
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Exam #4 Ch.12, 14, 17, Review for Final
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Exam #4
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May 10
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Final Exam
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Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
- Class Attendance: Attendance will be taken by checking your progress on Canvas. You are required to complete assignments multiple times a week. You are responsible for keeping up with the due dates as outlined in the Chem 1406 Spring 2021 Study Guide and Due Dates document posted on Canvas and attached to the end of this syllabus.
- Excessive missing coursework may result in a student being dropped from the course with no credit awarded. Excessive coursework will be defined as more than 3 consecutive assignments or two major exams.
- A student who enrolls in this course and fails to attend must drop the course to avoid receiving an “F”. Students may or may not be dropped automatically.
- A student must pass the lab component of the course to receive a passing grade (D or higher) in the overall course. Passing is defined as average of 70 or better.
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is __April 5, 2021____.
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-3300. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 111 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)_______
Communication
Mathematics
X Life and Physical Science
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
American History
Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
X Empirical and Quantitative
X Teamwork
Personal Responsibility
Social Responsibility
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
X Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Honesty in completing assignments is essential. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other kind of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will result in appropriate sanctions that may include failing an assignment or exam, failing the class, or suspension or expulsion. A report WILL be filed with the college.
If cheating or collusion is suspected, a conference between the suspected parties, the instructor, and the appropriate dean will be scheduled and notation made in the student’s file.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Lisa Bellows
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Science Building Office 408
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4252
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E-mail Address:
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lbellows@nctc.edu
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Guidelines and Expectations for Online course:
LECTURES for each chapter will be recorded and posted in CANVAS modules for each week. There will also be worked examples recorded and posted. You will need to plan to spend at least 10-12 hours each week (the same amount of time we would spend in a face-to-face lecture each week plus studying time and completing lab and homework) going through the videos, working the examples ON PAPER, and reading the textbook for further explanation on things you don’t understand.
DISCUSSION BOARDS will be set up for you to ask questions rather than emailing me individually. Most of the time, if one student has a question, several other students are wondering the same thing. The discussion board will allow ANYONE to answer the questions; not just the instructor. Remember, BE NICE. Please participate when you can; do not assume everyone else is supposed to help YOU; be willing to also help others. We CAN get through this if we work together.
Syllabi Statements Spring 2021 - COVID-19 Specific
Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change as conditions change.
Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.
Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.
Faculty will:
- Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.
Students should:
- Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
- Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
- Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
- Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
- Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
- Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
- Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.
During the spring 2021 semester, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.
Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html
