Clayton State University

CHEM 1151 - Survey of Chemistry I
Course Syllabus - Spring 2006

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

Chemistry 1151 (CRN 24184, 24187, 24188, 24189)
Survey of Chemistry I

Credit Hours:

3.0 semester credit hours

Catalog Description:

CHEM 1151 is the 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). Topics to be covered include elements and compounds, chemical equations, nomenclature, and molecular geometry.

Chemistry 1151 is a three hour credit science course for Area D1 of the Core Curriculum of Clayton State University. This course is usually not taken by science majors. If you are majoring in a science or engineering field, check with the instructor to be sure you are in the correct course.

Course Prerequisite:

Exit or exemption from Learning Support Math

Course Co-requisite:

Co-requisite: CHEM 1151L (CRN 24190, 24192, 24193, 24195, 24198, 24202, 24205, 24207)

Note: Due to the co-requisite nature of CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L, students dropping one of the two courses must also drop the other.

Notebook Computer Requirement:

Each CSU 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 CSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm.

Computer Skill Prerequisites:

1.      Able to use the computer’s operation system (Windows®)

2.      Able to access and send e-mail (Outlook® or Outlook Express®)

3.      Able to use a Web browser (Internet Explorer®) and search engine

4.      Able to download files from a web site to your computer

5.      Able to use a word processor system (Word®)

6.      Able to use a spread sheet system (Excel®)

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:

1.      To learn the basic concepts of general chemistry.

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

3.      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:

Spring Semester, 2006

Instructor Information:

 

 

Class Meetings:

Textbook Information:

Text:

General, Organic & Biological Chemistry Structures of Life,  Timberlake, Pearson, 2004  packaged with ancillaries.

Text Coverage:

Chapters 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 (Plus more depending upon time and instructor)

Evaluation:

Your evaluation in CHEM 1151 will be based upon the following components:

Grading:

The grade you receive in Chemistry 1151 will be based upon the following distribution:

The mid-term grade in this course which will be issued on or about February 28 , reflects approximately 25% of the entire course grade.  Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W."  Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, by mid-term, which occurs on March 3, 2006.

Tentative Course Schedule:  This schedule is general and tentative for all sections of this course.  The subject matter may vary some from this schedule.

Final Examination Schedule:

PLEASE CAREFULLY NOTE YOUR DATE & TIMES!!!

Course Policies:

Homework:

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.

Calculators:

Electronic calculators are permitted (encouraged) for homework and assessments. Calculators limited to multiplication and division are sufficient. The battery and working of your calculator will be your responsibility. You will find it useful to have your calculator in class.

Attendance:

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 and study guides.

ITP Computers:

Every student on campus is required to have access to a notebook computer. This computer gives you access to e-mail and access to the World Wide Web (WWW). This course will have a web page which can be accessed through Dr. Braun’s home page at http://a-s.clayton.edu/braun/Chem1151Folder/Chem1151.htm.  Once you have accessed the course web page, you may wish to "bookmark" this site as you will refer to it often during the quarter. The course web page offers you many instructional aides: study sheets, study sheet answers, copies of old exams, data reference sheets, etc. It is your responsibility to become familiar with these materials.

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

You should develop the habit of checking your e-mail daily. Because of the number of students we typically have, there may be some delay in the instructor’s response to an 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 email with information vital to your success in the course. Check your e-mail often, at least once a day.

Academic Misconduct:

Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism.  All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved.  All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs.   Judicial procedures are described at http://adminservices.clayton.edu/studentlife/judicial_affairs.htm.  

Assessments:

Make-ups / Late work:

Due to the difficulty in making up new assessments, missed exercises will be graded as a zero or other arrangements will be made at the discretion of the instructor, this is often an increased percentage worth of the final exam.

Other:

Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.  In addition...

1.      Arrive to class on time.

2.      Avoid disruptive behavior in class: talking, snoring, children, etc.

3.      Turn off beepers, phones, radios and other electronic devices.  If one of these devices does go off during class, the offending student may be penalized by:

            a. Having points deducted from his/her grade

            b. Being asked to leave the room and being reported for disruptive behavior.

4.      If you must leave early, leave quietly by a back door if possible.

5.      Use the pencil sharpener before class begins.

6.      No eating, smoking or drinking in the classrooms.

Last update: January 10, 2006