CHEM 1151 – Survey of Chemistry I
Course Syllabus - Fall 2003

| Course description | Objectives | Outcomes | Term | Instructor information | Class meetings |
| Text | Assessments | Quizzes |Make-Up/Late Work | Laboratory Requirements | Evaluation |
| Grading | Helpful Information | Course schedule | Course policies | 

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

CHEM 1151 (CRN = 80689)
Survey of Chemistry I

Credit Hours:

Chemistry 1151 is a three hour credit science course for Area D of the Core Curriculum of Clayton College & State University.

Catalog Description:

First course in a two-semester sequence covering elementary principles of general, organic and biochemistry designed for allied health science majors (This course is also open to non-science majors).  If you are majoring in a science field, check with the instructor to be sure you are in the correct course.

Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites:

Pre- or Co-requisite: CHEM 1151L (CRN = 80692 or 80693) 

Notebook Computer Requirement:

Each CCSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access.  For further information on CCSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm.   My campus e-mail address is jimbraun@mail.clayton.edu.  This course has a web page which can be accessed through my home page at http://a-s.clayton.edu/braun/default.html.  Once you have accessed the course web page, you may wish to "bookmark" this site as you will refer to it often during the semester.  

The course web page offers you many instructional aides:  study sheets, study sheet answers, copies of old examinations, data reference sheets, etc.  It is your responsibility to become familiar with these materials.   

Computer Skill Prerequisites:

• Able to use the Windows^TM operating system.
• Able to use a the Microsoft Word^TM word processing program.
• Able to send and receive e-mail using the Outlook^TM or Outlook Express^TM program
• Able to attach and retrieve attached files via email.
• Able to use a Web browser.

Your instructor may have access to more font sets than your computer currently holds.  Therefore, there may be some differences in the appearance of symbols when viewing old exams and exercise sheets.  If this is a problem, consult the instructor.  

You should develop the habit of checking your e-mail daily.  Because of the number of student we typically have, there may be some delay in the instructor's response to an individual's e-mail.  Do not send time-sensitive information via e-mail--use the old system of the telephone.  A delivered e-mail does not relieve you of the responsibility of informing the instructor about some concern.  On the other hand, the instructor may send e-mails with information vital to your success in the course.  Check your e-mail often, at least once a day.

In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:

Student notebook computers will not be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor.

Course Objectives:

• To learn the basic concepts of general chemistry.

• To apply the basic concepts of chemistry to the solution of conceptual and quantitative problems.

• To  further develop the ability to solve problems through logical thought and organized reason.

Student Learning Outcomes:

General education outcomes:

The following links provide tabular descriptions of the communications outcome and the critical thinking outcome components  (see CHEM 1151 in the tables):

• Communications outcomes components
• Critical thinking outcomes components

Term:

Fall, 2003

Instructor Information:

Instructor:

Dr. James R. Braun
Office phone:  (770) 960-4367
Home phone:  (770) 389-8619
fax: (770) 960-4335
e-mail:  jimbraun@mail.clayton.edu
internet:  http://a-s.clayton.edu/braun/default.html

Office:

Arts and Sciences Building, Room 105-K

Office Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday:  9:00a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 
During Lab hours on Wednesday (C-54) or by appointment

Class Meetings:

Classroom:

80689      Lecture Hall, Room B-10

Class Times:

80689     10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., Monday and Wednesday 

Textbook Information:

Text:

"Essential Concepts of Chemistry," Sherman, Sherman, Houghton-Mifflin
Optional:  Study Guide to "Essential Concepts of Chemistry,"  Braun

Text Coverage:

Chapters 1-11, 14-16

Assessments:

There will be three (3) classroom assessments and one 2-hour final (comprehensive).  The major examinations will be announced approximately one week in advance whenever possible and attendance is mandatory.  Make-up assessments are at the discretion of the instructor and are likely to be an increase in the percentage of the final exam.  

Quizzes:

It is most likely that students will have only one exam grade to determine their standing in the course at the midterm.  For this reason, “Quizzes” will be placed on the course web page.  By taking these “Quizzes” at the appropriate time, the student will have a better understanding of their course performance at midterm. These quizzes will not be graded by the instructor, and will not be a part of the official evaluation of the course. 

Make-ups / Late Work:

Due to the difficulty in making up new assessments, missed assessments will be graded as a zero or other arrangements will be made at the discretion of the instructor and are likely to be an increase in the percentage of the final exam.

Laboratory Requirement:

The student should note that the laboratory is a co- or prerequisite for this course.  If you are currently enrolled in the laboratory, you should take special note that if you withdraw from either the course or the laboratory, you must withdraw from the other.  

Evaluation:

In-class examinations: 3  exams @ 100 points	300
Final examination:	200
TOTAL	500

The final examination for the course is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2003 at 11:30 am.  The final examination will be comprehensive.

Grading:

Helpful Information:

Homework:  This course demands and expects a minimum of two hours of work per each hour spent in class.  Reading assignments are tentatively made on this syllabus.  Homework problems may be assigned, but will not be collected or graded.  These are for your benefit and are your responsibility.  Review problem sheets may also be suggested periodically.  Help and answers will be available upon request and on the course web page.  

Help Sessions:  Voluntary help sessions will be held whenever possible if there is sufficient desire or need.

Academic Irregularity:  Cheating in any form will not be tolerated.  Consequences may include a zero grade on the assessment instrument, or possible action by the College Judicial Board of Review.   

Course Schedule:

Tentative Topic Schedule

WEEK                                                             TOPIC

8/18-20              Introduction, Math Review, Supplement A, Dimensional Analysis
8/25-27              Chapter 1 The Origins of Chemistry, Chapter 2 Systems of Measurement
8/30 - 9/1           Labor Day Holidays-No Classes!!-Study is required.
9/2/03                Faculty Planning Day-No Classes!!-Study is required.
9/3                     Chapter 3 Matter and Energy, Atoms and Molecules
9/8-10                Chapter 9  Calculations Involving Chemical Formulas 
9/15-17              Catch-up/Review;  Assessment I (Intro, Supp. A, Chapts. 1-3 & 9)  
                                 Chapter 4  Atomic Theory, Part 1
9/22-24             Chapter 4
9/29-10/1          Chapter 5 Atomic Theory, Part 2
10/6-8               Chapter 6  The Periodic Table
10/10/03            Midterm  (Last day to withdraw without academic penalty.  If you withdraw from the 
                                  Lecture course, you must also withdraw from the Laboratory)
10/13-15           Chapter 7 Chemical Bonding;  Catch-up/Review
10/20-22           Assessment II:  (Chapts. 4-7);Chapter 8 Chemical Nomenclature
10/27-29           Chapter 10 The Chemical Equation
11/3-5                Chapter 11 Stoichiometry
11/10-12            Catch-up/Review;  Assessment III: (Chapts. 8, 10, 11); 
                                  Chapter 14 The Liquid and Solid States
11/17-19           Chapter 15 The Chemistry of Solutions
11/24                 Chapter 15 
11/26-30            Thanksgiving Day Holidays-No Classes!!-Study is required.
12/1-3                Chapter 16  Acids, Bases & Salts;  Catch-up/Review
12/6/03              Classes End
12/9/03              FINAL EXAM  (Comprehensive)

PLEASE CAREFULLY NOTE THE DATE & TIME!!!

Course Policies:

Students must abide by policies in the Clayton College & State University catalog, Student Handbook, and , if applicable, program handbook.

Class roll will be taken, however, attendance is not required except for classroom assessments.  You are responsible for all attendance requirements for external programs (i.e. financial aid).  It is your responsibility to sign the roll sheet at every class meeting you attend.  This roll sheet is the instructor's official record.  You will be held responsible for all announcements and material covered in lecture in addition to text, references, hand-outs, study guides and assignments.

Visitors (friends, children, etc.) are strictly prohibited from attending class without the permission of the instructor.

Computers will not be allowed for assessments.    You may NOT use a calculator memory for storage of data or information (formulas) for use on assessments or the final.  This would result in an automatic zero grade on the assessment.  

As a courtesy to your classmates:

1. Arrive to class on time, and stay until class is dismissed.
2. Avoid disruptive behavior in class:  talking, snoring, children, etc.
3. Turn off beepers, phones, radios and other electronic devices.  Pacemakers are allowed.
4. If you must leave early, leave quietly by a back door if possible.
5. Use the pencil sharpener before class begins.
6. No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.

Last update: August 14, 2003