Syllabus

GENERAL CHEMISTRY I CHEM 1411.407,408

CLASS SYLLABUS

 

Course Name & Number

General Chemistry I

CHEM 1411.407,408

Semester & Year

 

Spring 2017

162S

 

Catalog Description

Prerequisite:  Math 1314 (College Algebra).

This course consists of 48 lecture hours and 48 laboratory hours, for which 4 credit hours may be earned.

General Chemistry I covers fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering.  Topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry.

 

Textbooks & Materials

Required / Recommended

Required MaterialsChemistry, by Julia Burdge, 4th edition, McGraw Hill Education online access code. (The e-book is provided with the online homework access code; hard copy is available.); carbon copy lab notebook.

Required supplies:  Notebook paper, black or blue ink pens, #2 pencils and eraser, and a scientific calculator.  (TI 30X IIS recommended; TI 84 Plus is great, but a graphing calculator is not necessary.)

Instructor's Name

R. Jill Willi

Office Phone #

940-498-6232

940-498-6320 (lab)

Instructor’s Office #

309, 363 (lab)

Office Fax #

None

E-mail Address

jwilli@nctc.edu

 

Office Hours

M,W 12:00-1:30pm

T,R 8:00-9:30am

T,R 11:00-12:00pm

T,R 2:30-3:30pm

 

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.  See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities:  Student Conduct [FLB-(LOCAL)]” #18.

·       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.

Attendance Policy

  • Class Attendance:  Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class.  Be sure to sign in.  If you do not sign in, you will be counted absent.  You are expected to attend class regularly and punctually.  Students who are tardy or absent in chemistry class usually find it very difficult to keep up.  Do not fall behind.   If you miss class, it is your responsibility to catch up.

·       Excessive absences may result in a student being dropped from the course with no credit awarded.  Excessive absences will be defined as more than 4 consecutive classes or 2 consecutive classes for a weekly class.

·       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.

The last day to drop a course with a “W” is April 6, 2017.

 

Classroom Policies

  • Exam Administration:    Scheduled exams will begin promptly at your regularly scheduled class time.  While there may be instances when being late is unavoidable, no over-time can or will be permitted for test-taking.  All exam papers must be handed in at the end of the scheduled exam time.  You will not be allowed to leave the room during an exam.  No exams will be distributed to latecomers after the first person that finishes an exam leaves the room.  No cell phones are allowed during exams.  If yours rings or vibrates, etc. during an exam, your paper will be taken up immediately and your grade will suffer accordingly.
  • Reading assignments (Smartbook) and Homework will be assigned for each chapter through CANVAS using Connect.  You are expected to complete the reading and homework assignments in a timely manner.  Working problems and practicing is the best way to learn to apply the material in this course.  Set aside time every day to apply the principles learned in class.  Do not wait until exam time to try to learn new concepts.

Course Objectives, Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the student is expected to be able to:

1.      Define the fundamental properties of matter.

2.      Classify matter, compounds, and chemical reactions.

3.      Determine the basic nuclear and electronic structure of atoms.

4.      Identify trends in chemical and physical properties of the elements using the periodic table.

5.      Describe the bonding in and the shape of simple molecules and ions.

6.      Solve stoichiometric problems.

7.      Write chemical formulas.

8.      Write and balance equations.

9.      Use the rules of nomenclature to name chemical compounds.

10.  Define the types and characteristics of chemical reactions.

11.  Use the gas laws and basics of the Kinetic Molecular Theory to solve gas problems.

12.  Determine the role of energy in physical changes and chemical reactions.

13.  Convert units of measure and demonstrate dimensional analysis skills.

14.  Use basic apparatus and apply experimental methodologies used in the chemistry laboratory.

15.  Demonstrate safe and proper handling of laboratory equipment and chemicals.

16.  Conduct basic laboratory experiments with proper laboratory techniques.

17.  Make careful and accurate experimental observations.

18.  Relate physical observations and measurements to theoretical principles.

19.  Interpret laboratory results and experimental data, and reach logical conclusions.

20.  Record experimental work completely and accurately in laboratory notebooks and communicate experimental results clearly in written reports.

21.  Design fundamental experiments involving principles of chemistry.

22.  Identify appropriate sources of information for conducting laboratory experiments.

STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE OBJECTIVES AS THEY ARE ASSIGNED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tentative Calendar

(subject to change)

              Week                                             Assignment

1                                         Chemistry, the Central Science

2                                         Atoms, Molecules and Ions

3                                         Atoms, Molecules and Ions

4                                         Exam I

5                                         Stoichiometry: Ratios of Combination

6                                         Reactions in Aqueous Solutions

7                                         Chemical Equations, Reactions

8                                         Exam II

9                                         Thermochemistry

10                                     Thermochemistry

11                                     Gases

12                                     Exam III

13                                     Quantum Theory, Electronic Structure

14                                     Electron Configuration, Bonding, Geometry

15                                     Exam IV

16                                     Final exams, May 8-11

Grading Policy & Procedures

The course grade for 4 credit hours will consist of:

80% Lecture Grade and 20% Lab Grade

The lecture grade (80%) will consist of:

Four exams = 40%

Final exam = 25 %

Attendance = 5%

Homework and Quizzes = 10%. 

Quizzes may be given at any time, either online via Canvas, or in class.  No advance notice of in-class quizzes is given; if you do not attend class and a quiz is given, no makeup is allowed.  Online Quizzes not completed by the due date/time will receive a grade of zero.  One (1) homework/quiz grade will be dropped at the end of the semester.

 

MISSED EXAMS:  If you miss an exam, you must make an appointment with the testing center on the Corinth campus right away to take a makeup exam (1 per semester only).  YOU MUST NOTIFY ME BY EMAIL  of your intent to make up the exam, and let me know your appointment day/time so I can have the exam available for you.  The exam MUST be made up within two days; or BEFORE the next class period, whichever is first.  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 grade cannot be replaced. 

The final exam will be COMPREHENSIVE, covering all material in this course.

GRADING SCALE:

 

A = 90-100      B = 80-89     C = 70-79      D = 60 –69    F = <60

 

  • 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.  Until an actual grade is recorded for each type of assignment, the average calculated will be incorrect.  Refer to the syllabus above for the percentages for calculating your grade.

Means of Evaluation

Measurement of success in this course will include any/all of the following formats on both exams, quizzes, and labs:

Calculation/Problem Solving              Completion (show all work)                                     

Matching                                                Multiple Choice                                                                                     

Short Answer                                         True/False

Other Pertinent Information

·       Cell phones and pagers must be turned to SILENT during class.  If you must take a call during class for emergency reasons, excuse yourself from class to take the call.  Use of iphones, ipads, laptop computers or any other means of accessing the internet during class is not recommended.  If you disrupt the class, you may be asked to leave for the remainder of the class session.

 THE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADD, DELETE, OR MODIFY ANY PART OF THIS DOCUMENT WITH PRIOR NOTICE TO THE STUDENT.

ADA Statement /Disability Accommodations

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability.  A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc.

 

On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.

 

North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).

Student Success

Support Services

Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more.  http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx

 

Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students.   First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services.

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx

 

Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information.  http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx

 

Early Alert/CARES

The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.

 The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu.  As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.

Tobacco Free Campus

NCTC, along with many other college campuses across the US, will officially become a tobacco-free campus on January 1, 2012.  NCTC is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its employees, students and visitors. As a result of becoming a tobacco-free campus, NCTC will restrict the use of any and all tobacco products at all NCTC campuses.

NCTC recognizes the health hazards of tobacco use and of exposure to second hand smoke. Information on a tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. We would like to "thank you" for your help in making our campuses Tobacco-Free. For questions or concerns please contact the Office of Vice President of Student Services at 940.668.4240.

 

 

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