CH 107/Fall 2006 Introduction to General Chemistry I
MWF 9:00-9:50 am Room 210

Text: "General Chemistry" by Hill, Petrucci, McCreary and Perry, 4th Edition
(ISBN: 0131639870 - text book includes a math review tool)
http://vig.prenhall.com/catalog/academic/product/0,1144,0131402838,00.html

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CH 107 Lab Syllabus

Course Goals | Course Requirements | Comments | Multimedia in General Chemistry| Math Requirement | Grading Policy | Grading Scale | Topics to be Covered | Writing a Report | CH 107 Reports | Service Learning

Course Description

An introduction to chemistry by developing fundamental tools such as problem solving methods and the concept of the mole. Major topics covered include stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure and states of matter. Prerequisite: high school algebra or equivalent. Corequisite: CH 107L (except in accelerated programs).3:0:3

Course Goals

On completion of this course the student should be able to:

  • Understand and be able to use the metric system of measurement.
  • Explain atomic and molecular theory and the relation to chemical reactions.
  • Identify different bonding types and understanding their role in chemical reactions.
  • Describe molecular geometry.
  • Appreciate the importance of the periodic table in chemistry.
  • Write chemical reactions and perform stoichiometric calculations.
  • Understand and be able to apply the gas laws to simple physical systems and their application to daily life.
  • Explain elementary thermodynamic equations.
  • Develop an understanding of the chemistry of liquids, solids, and solutions.
  • Develop appreciation for chemistry as an open ended learning experience.
  • Relate and apply scientific methods to chemical situations.
  • Read about science and technology with some degree of critical judgment.
  • Become more literate in science.

Course Requirements [top]

Quizzes: there will be a number of pop quizzes during the semester. Most quizzes will be 5-10 mins long.
Homework: this will be assigned during the end of the chapter in class.
Exams: there will be three mid-terms and one final exam. The midterms are non-comprehensive, however the final will be a comprehensive exam.
Reports:


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Service Learning:

 four reports will be assigned during the course of the semester. The topic and due date will be announced in the class.

An alternative to writing reports.

Instead of writing four reports, students may chose to do one semester’s worth of service learning project. This will be assigned on an individual basis and has to be approved by the instructor.

Class Participation:
  1. There will be no drinking or eating in the classroom, unless approved by the instructor.
  2. All assignments submitted should be stapled, neat and legible.
  3. The printed report should be printed using a printer that has black ink. Colored reports will not be accepted unless the color is on a graph or picture.
  4. Tardiness in coming to class, late submission of homework and quizzes will constitute in a loss of class participation points.
  5. Rude behaviour towards the instructor or a colleague will not be tolerated.
  6. Students should avail all opportunities to participate in class, a disinterest in class participation will lead to loss of class participation points.

Comments and Classroom Conduct [top]

You are strongly advised to do the following:

  • Devote at least an hour daily to revise class notes and read ahead of time.
  • Attend ALL classes.
  • To solve problems assigned in the syllabus as the course continues. It is your responsibility to keep solving these problems as the course progresses. These problems will help you understand the subject better and also give you insight on what is expected of you in exams.
  • To keep exam days free of any other commitment as there will be absolutely no makeup exams or quizzes. Exam dates have been set in the syllabus, unless an absolute emergency arises (from the instructors point of view) none of those dates will be changed.

Generally there will be a review session before each exam. You are encouraged to bring you problems to these sessions and clarify any doubts. The day the exam is handed back, the common problems in the exam will be discussed, please make sure you attend these important sessions. Students should without hesitation request for study sessions at any time and they will be scheduled according to time available.

LATE SUBMISSION OF COURSE MATERIALS:

  • Class quizzes and exams cannot be made up.
  • Homework should be submitted on the date given during class.
  • Homework should be submitted in the class i.e. by 9:00 am.
  • 20% of the score will be deducted for each day the assignment is submitted late.
  • Assignments submitted after one week will not be accepted for grading.

Multimedia in General Chemistry [top]

  • Chemistry Help:

http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/tutorials/

  • Good Short Quizzes to practice on:

http://lrc-srvr.mps.ohio-state.edu/under/chemed/qbank/quizmain.htm

Math Requirement [top]

The prerequisite for this course is not High School Algebra but you should have the basic knowledge of calculator operations. You must have a calculator with at least the following functions (log and exponential). You must also learn how to use the calculator from me or your colleague ASAP and not 5 mins before the exam.

*Your text book comes with a Math review book. This should help you with the usual math problems you encounter in the course of general chemistry.

Note: If any student wants tutoring in Math, you are most welcome to come and see me or go to the academic support center for tutoring service.

Grading Policy [top]

45% 3 mid term exams
(15% each)		 Sept. 22, Oct. 13 and Nov. 17 (all on Fridays); each exam will be one hour long, not comprehensive
20% Final exam Dec 13, 8:00 - 10:00 am. 2 hours long and comprehensive
12% Quizzes You may expect a 5 min quiz in every class. In addition there will weekly quizzes, which will be 10-15 mins long. All these collectively make up the 10%.
8% Reports/
Service Learning		 The topics and dates of submission of reports will be announced in the class
10% Homework will be assigned in the class throughout the semester
5% Class participation attendance, participation in the class and general etiquette

Please note: You will be informed ahead of time any changes made in the above schedules.

Unexcused absence of 6 lectures will result in a F in the class

Grading Scale [top]

A 85 and above
B 75-84
C 60-74
D 50-59
F 49 and below

Topics to be Covered [top]

Chapter Title Topics
1 Chemistry: Matter and Measurement Scientific Methods Classification of matter; Measurement; Significant Figures; Unit conversion; Density
2 (1st half) Atoms, Molecules and Ions Law of Conservation of Mass; Atomic Theory; Introduction to Periodic Table
7 Atomic Structure Discovery of Atom Atomic Models Wave Nature of Light; Electromagnetic Spectrum; Quantum; Photoelectric Effect Wave Mechanics; Quantum Numbers and Atomic Orbitals
8 Electronic Configurations, Atomic Properties, and the Periodic Table Electronic Configuration; Periodic Relationships; Ions; Magnetic Properties; Classification of the Periodic Table; Periodic Properties
9 Chemical Bonds Chemical Bonds Lewis Theory; Ionic Bonding; Covalent Bonding Polar Bonds; Resonance; Bond Length and Energy; Hydrocarbons
2 (2nd half) Atoms, Molecules and Ions Naming Compounds; Ions and Ionic Compounds; Polyatomic Ions; Acids and Bases; Introduction to Organic Chemistry
10 Bonding Theory and Molecular Structure VSEPR Theory; Hybridization; Isomerism
3 Stoichiometry Chemical Calculations Molecular Mass; Mole; Avogadro's Number Empirical Formulas Stoichiometry; Limiting Reagents; Percent Yields; Solutions; Molarity; Dilutions
4 Chemical Reactions in Aqueous Solutions Electrolytes; Ion Concentrations; Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
5 Gases Kinetic-Molecular Theory; Boyle's Law; Charles's Law; Avogadro's Law; Gas Law; Gas Stoichiometry; Dalton's Law; Diffusion; Effusion; Real Gases