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Course Information: Course Title: Introductory Chemistry I (Internet) Course Number: Chem. 1405 Section Number: 31420 Semester: Fall Year: 2013 Course Number: Chem. 1405.31420 Lecture : Online Lab: Online
Instructor Information: Instructor: Maame Ekua Anderson
Course Description:
Required Course Materials:
Introductory Chemistry I is designed to meet the needs of students with no background in Chemistry or who are in need of additional preparation before taking Chemistry 1411. Introductory Chemistry I is concerned with the study of matter presented at an introductory level. The prerequisite for this course is DMAT 0091. Topics covered include: matter and energy, chemical calculations, gas laws, atomic theory, bonding, molecular structure, chemical nomenclature, reactions and equations, chemical formulas and stoichiometry.
Email Address:
[email protected] Telephone : 9728605234 Office Location: M225D Office Hours: M, W 2:00 p.m.- 4:30p.m.
Required textbook: Introductory Chemistry, An Active Learning Approach, 5th edition, Brooks/Cole Publishers (required) M. Cracolice and E. Peters Brooks/Cole Publishers This book can be purchased from the Cedar Valley College bookstore ISBN: 9781285266817 Lab Manual: The Laboratory Manual is Introductory Chemistry Laboratory Manual. It can be purchased from http://www.lulu.com. The manual can be shipped or ordered as a download. (Required) Cengage Owl Access Code: Homework problems will be answered on the Cengage OWL site for the course. The site is found at http://cengage.com/owl. In order to access the site you will need the access code located in your text or you may need to purchase an access code separately Course ID: Chem 1405 (Internet) Fall 2013 Section: 31420 Scientific Calculator : Almost indispensable. Be sure it has the capability to do exponents, logarithms and scientific notation numbers.(recommended) Lab Supplies: You must order a lab kit from Home Science Tools. Chemistry Equipment Kit CE-KIT01 $43.95. http://www.hometrainingtools.com/ You can order a digital balance from NorthShore Care Supply. Triton T2 digital precision handheld scale. Item # 7400 $19.99. http://www.northshorecare.com/ or you can obtain any digital balance with an accuracy of 0.1 grams.
Course Prerequisites:
Disclaimer :
One of the following must be met: (1) Developmental Reading 0093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or (2) have met Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Reading standard. (3) Developmental Mathematics 0090 or higher or the equivalent
The instructor reserves the right to amend this syllabus as necessary.
Texas Core Objectives for Student Learning
Students will develop the essential knowledge and skills they need to be successful in college, in a career, in their communities, and in life. In this course, the following skills are in focus. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Student Learning Outcomes
Exams and Assignments
Evaluation Procedures
Critical Thinking Skills - to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information Communication Skills - to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication Empirical and Quantitative Skills - to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions Teamwork - to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal Personal Responsibility - to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making Social Responsibility: to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to: Formulate a plan to obtain a desired quantity using the mathematics of the factor label method. Be capable of deriving quantum numbers from spectral data Provide the necessary coefficients to balance a given chemical equation.
4 Exams, 11 Online Homework Assignments, 1 syllabus quiz, 1 Teamwork Assignment and 10 Lab Reports.
The grade in this course will be proportioned so that 75% comes from the classroom activities and the laboratory average is worth 25%. Course Activities Exam 1 Exam 2 Exam 3 Exam 4 Homework Team Work Assignment Syllabus Quiz Lab safety form Lab
Grading Scale
Grading 90-100 80-89 70-79 60-69 50-59
Points 100 100 100 100 110 (11 submittals @ 10 pts ea.) 100 20 20 200(10 submittals @ 20 pts ea.)
A B C D F
Stop Before you Drop
For students who enrolled in college level courses for the first time in the fall 0f 2007, Texas Education Code 51.907 limits the number of courses a student may drop. You may drop no more than six courses during your entire undergraduate career unless the drop qualifies as an exception. Your campus counseling/advising center will give your more information on the allowable exceptions. Remember that once you have accumulated six non-exempt drops, you cannot drop any other courses with a “W”. Therefore, please exercise caution when dropping courses in any Texas public institution of higher learning, including all seven of the Dallas County Community Colleges. For more information, you may access: http://www.dcccd.edu/Why/Reg/Registration/Pages/default.aspx
Withdrawal Policy (November 14th, 2013)
If you are unable to complete this course, it is your responsibility to withdraw formally. The withdrawal request must be received in the Registrar’s Office by November 14th, 2013 Failure to do so will result in your receiving a performance grade, usually an “F.” If you drop a class or withdraw from the college before the official drop/withdrawal deadline, you will receive a “W” (Withdraw) in each class dropped. See institutional policies for additional information on withdrawals.
Attendance Policy
In order to be considered enrolled in this course, the student must attend class and engage in an activity that results in a score in the grade book before the 12th day of class.
Emergency Closings
In case of weather that is severe enough to make you question whether the campus will be closed, the following information is provided: The campus President will make the decision to close the campus on the day in question. The DCCCD offices of Public Information will work together to notify the media as soon as the decision is made. All major broadcast media will carry DCCCD inclement weather information. In case of an emergency, contact the Cedar Valley College Police Department at 972860-4290. The campus Police Department has officers on duty 24-hours-a-day to assist you.
Classroom Policies
Regular attendance of the classroom and laboratory portions on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons is mandatory. There are no provisions for making up missed laboratory work. Attendance will be taken at each class meeting. If an absence is necessary, please consult with me. It is your responsibility to check with fellow students about any missed material. Any behavior that is distracting or disruptive can be cause for the student being asked to leave the classroom. Before returning to class the student must meet with the instructor to discuss corrective action. Chronic tardiness, excessive absences, leaving before the end of class, using electronics such as cell phones for texting, beepers, game boys and others will be considered inappropriate behavior.
Course Outline
For maximum success in this course you should spend a minimum of 9 hours per week working on course material. CHEMISTRY 1405 LECTURE AND LAB SCHEDULE
Due Date
Chapter
Lecture Title
09/01/13
Orientation
Read Syllabus, Explore ecampus site, Complete Syllabus Quiz, Submit Lab safety.
09/08/13
2
Matter and Energy
Graphing of Data / Math Modeling
09/15/13
3
Measurements and Chemical Calculations
Dimensional Analysis and conversions
09/22/13
2&3
Exam I
09/29/13
4
The Gas Laws
Gas Laws Experiment
10/6/13
5
Atomic Theory: The Nuclear Model of the Atom
Percent concentration of NaCl
10/13/13
11
Atomic Theory: The Quantum Model of the Atom
Determination of Quantum numbers
10/20/13
4,5&11
Exam II
10/27/13
12
Chemical Bonding
Density of Pennies
11/03/13
13
The Structure and Shape of Molecules
Molecular Modeling
11/10/13
6
Chemical Nomenclature
Paper Chromatography
11/14/13
Lab
*************DROP DAY***************
11/17/13
12,13&6
Exam III
11/24/13
8
Reactions and Equations
Solutions
12/01/13
7
Chemical Formula Problems
Balancing Chemical Equations
12/08/13
10
Quantity Relationships in Chemical Reactions
TEAM WORK ASSIGNMENT DUE
12/11/13
8,7&10
8,7 & 10
Final Exam
OTHER ASSIGNMENTS Date
Vocabulary Assignment
OWL Homework
09/22/13
Chapters 2&3 Due
Chapters Intro, 2&3 Due
10/20/13
Chapters 4,5&11Due
Chapters 4,5&11Due
11/17/13
Chapters 12,13 &6 Due
Chapters 12,13 &6 Due
12/10/13
Chapters 8,7&10 Due
Chapters 8,7&10 Due
QUALITY ENHANCEMENT PLAN Cedar Valley College's Quality Enhancement Plan is designed to improve student learning in mathematics. Read more about our QEP at: http://www.cedarvalleycollege.edu/QEP/default.aspx INSTITUTIONAL POLICIES Academic Advising
Academic Advising is a collaborative educational process whereby students and their advisors are partners in meeting the students' academic, personal, and career goals. This partnership is a process that is built over the student’s entire educational career at Cedar Valley College. Educational planning is available to all students. First time in college students must meet with academic advisors prior to enrolling in classes; however, continuing students may choose to see faculty advisors, faculty counselors, and/or program coordinators after classes begin. All parties have clear responsibilities for ensuring a successful partnership. For more information, you may access: https://www.cedarvalleycollege.edu/FutureStudents/StudentServices/AcademicAdvising /Pictures/AdvisingSyllabus.pdf
Academic Honesty
Academic honesty is expected, and integrity is valued in the Dallas County Community Colleges. Scholastic dishonesty is a violation of the Code of Student Conduct. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
ADA Statement
If you are a student with a disability and/or special needs who requires accommodations, please contact the college Disability Services Office at 972-860-8119.
Emergency Alert
Sign up for DCCCD Emergency Alerts to receive a text-message, e-mail and/or phone call when there is an unscheduled evacuation or closure of a DCCCD campus or office because of weather closures, utility outages, police or other emergencies. Subscribing is free, but standard text message charges from your cell phone provider will apply. Please refer to: http://www.dcccd.edu/SS/OnlineSvs/EmergAlerts/Pages/default.aspx
Financial Aid
Students who are receiving any form of financial aid should check with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from classes. Withdrawals may affect your eligibility to receive further aid and could cause you to be in a position of repayment for the current semester. Students who fail to attend or participate after the drop date are also subject to this policy.
Health Center Services
Basic first aid for minor cuts, scrapes, insect stings, and heat, etc. Over-the-counter medications for headaches, fever, seasonal allergies, and colds Over-the-counter medications for mild allergic reactions Emergency sanitary pads Blood Pressure check Coordination with outside health agencies such as Carter Blood Care; Dallas County Health Dept. (HIV/STD testing--free, twice a semester); UT Southwestern mobile mammography; Immunizations once a month for children
