CHEM 1152L – Survey of Chemistry II Laboratory
Course Syllabus - Spring, 2010

| Course description | Objectives | Outcomes | Term | Instructor information | Class meetings |
| Text | Assessments | Make-Up/Late Work | Tardiness | Lecture Requirements | Evaluation |
| Grading | Mid-term Progress Report | Helpful Information | Course schedule | Course policies | 

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

CHEM 1152L (CRN 24350;  Other sections:  24343, 24352, 24364) 
Survey of Chemistry II Laboratory

Credit Hours:

Chemistry 1152L is a one hour credit science laboratory course associated with Chemistry 1152.

Catalog Description:

Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1152.

Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites:

Co-requisite: CHEM 1152 (CRN = 24339, 24349, 24372)  Survey of Chemistry II

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.    

My campus e-mail address is jimbraun@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:  safety rules, waiver of liability, a link to the data sheets, a link to the report sheets,  etc.  It is your responsibility to become familiar with these materials.   

At this site you will find a link to the Chemistry Department Web Site: 
http://a-s.clayton.edu/Chemistry/.  Here you will find data and report sheets.

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.  Be advised that the laboratory contains chemicals and students who may not be familiar or comfortable handling such substances.  Accidents occur.  Protect your belongings by keeping them out of harm's way.

Course Objectives:

                    After completing the course the student will:

• execute the procedure of a textbook laboratory experiment with attention to accuracy, proper procedure and health and safety
• be able to collect relevant data and make careful, appropriate observations during the execution of the experiment
• be able to interpret the data for the purpose of completing calculations and answering questions on the laboratory report sheet

Student Learning Outcomes:

General education outcomes:

The following links provide tabular descriptions of the communications outcome and the critical thinking outcome components  (see CHEM 1152L in the tables):

• Communications outcomes components
• Critical thinking outcomes components

Term:  Spring, 2010

Instructor Information:

Instructor:

Class Meetings:

Classroom and Class Times:

CRN	Day	Times	Room
24350	R	6:30 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.	Business & Health Science  C-48

Textbook & Supplies Information:

Text:  Chemistry 1152 Laboratory Manual
           

Supplies:

Safety Glasses
List of Safety Rules (From the course web site)
Scientific Calculator
Access to a computer

You are required to supply your own safety glasses for the laboratory.  These are available in the campus book store but may be purchased elsewhere.  Safety glasses MUST be worn in the laboratory at all times.  If necessary, the instructor will deduct points from lab reports for not wearing safety glasses while in the laboratory.

Assessments:

You must complete the laboratory data sheet and report sheet for each experiment by accessing these forms from the course web page.  You may complete the forms directly on the web and print them, or you may download them to your computer and complete them using  Word^TM on your laptop computer, print them, and submit to your instructor.  Each report is worth 100 points with the grade distribution described elsewhere in this syllabus.  The report will include the data sheet along with the report sheet.  There will be a penalty for late lab reports of 10% per day of the week.  Reports are due within the first two minutes of the laboratory period.  Reports may not be submitted by e-mail.  

Make-ups / Late Work:

All laboratories exercises must be completed or arrangements made with the instructor or the student may fail the course, even if they have a passing average.  Due to the difficulty in making up missed laboratories, every effort should be made to attend the laboratory session.  Make-up laboratories are totally at the discretion of the instructor, who might make alternate arrangements.  Each student must physically complete the laboratory experiment for credit.  You may not simply obtain the data from another student.  Anyone doing this will receive a zero on the laboratory exercise and forfeit any chance to make-up the missed lab.  The individual who allowed access to the data may also be penalized.   Points will be deducted for late laboratory reports at the rate of 10% per day of the week (not lab day).

Tardiness:

The laboratory course demands that students be on time for lab.  Safety considerations, lab techniques and pre-lab lectures may precede the actual experiment and it is crucial that students be present for this information.  Therefore, anyone late to lab may suffer any or all of the following consequences:  1) the lab report due on that lab day will be considered late, 2) the student may lose points on the current lab for not being on time, 3) the instructor may refuse to let the student perform that day's experiment and the student will receive a grade of zero for the day.  Be on time to lab!

Lecture Requirement:

The student should note that the lecture is a co- or prerequisite for this course for some programs.   

Evaluation:

Laboratory Reports  12  @  100 pts each	1200
TOTAL	1200

Grading:

Mid-term Progress Report

Due to the relatively small number of laboratory reports that will have been returned by mid-term, mid-term grade may not be reported for this course.  If mid-term grades are issued it will likely be on or about March 2nd.   The grade will reflects only a portion 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 5, 2010.

Helpful Information:

Homework:  The lab meets in the designated room at the designated time.  You are to complete the assigned laboratory exercise at that time.  The instructor cannot guarantee the possibility of a make-up lab.  Your laboratory experiments should be prepared.  This includes pre-lab reading and preparation, performing the experiment , collection and proper recording of data and observations, conclusions, answers to all questions and clean-up as well as the experiment write-up.  Points will be lost for late work received at the rate of 10% per day of the week.

Reports:  Reports are due at the beginning of the next laboratory period, unless announced differently by the instructor in class or through e-mail.  The report should include the data sheet and the laboratory report sheet with all questions answered.  These sheets are supplied as a computer "form" accessible from the course web page.  The forms should be typed and printed and submitted on time.  Reports will not be accepted via e-mail.  The student is expected to spend time outside of the laboratory on the report sheet.  Proper writing skills are expected.  Points will be lost for poor grammar, spelling, writing, etc.  and/or the instructor may request that the report be redone.  Points will be lost for late reports at the rate of 10% per day of the week.  Reports are considered late if not handed in at the beginning of the next laboratory period, which is within 2 minutes of the starting time for the laboratory period.  No reports will be accepted after the last scheduled day of classes. 

Group Work:  We will normally work in small groups in the laboratory.  It is each individual's responsibility to insure that everyone in the group participates in all aspects of the experiment.  You are responsible for cleaning all equipment used and keeping the lab neat and clean.  Points may be deducted for failure to wear safety glasses while physically in the laboratory, for messy labs, late reports, horseplay in lab, etc., at the discretion of the instructor.
Even though we may perform the experiment in groups, and even though we encourage an exchange of ideas for comprehension of the laboratory exercise, all reports must be of an individual nature.  Written work must be original and must be the individual's expression of the results and understanding of the laboratory concepts.  Work that has been copied from another individual will result in the lowering of both scores.

Risk:  Participation in laboratory activities involves an inherent risk of injury.  In the event of injury, the student should immediately inform the instructor who will contact the Campus Public Safety Officer.  The officer will file an accident report and administer first aid or contact appropriate medical help.

Note:  The instructor reserves the right to alter the laboratory schedule as he sees fit.  Students must participate in the laboratory in order to successfully complete the course.

Academic Irregularity:  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.

Course Schedule:

Tentative Topic Schedule  

 If placed in my mailbox, please ask the secretary to initial and place date and time on the report.  Late reports incur a 10% per day of the week penalty.

PLEASE CAREFULLY NOTE THE DATE & TIME of EACH LAB. 
They may not appear sequentially in the lab manual!!!

Course Policies:

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

Class roll will be taken and students are expected to attend their assigned laboratory.  The instructor will not extend the laboratory schedule near the end of the semester simply for students who have missed regular laboratory days.

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

Electronic calculators will be needed for laboratory calculations.   The battery and working of your calculator will be your responsibility.  You will find it useful to have your calculator in the laboratory.

As a courtesy to your classmates:

1. Arrive to lab on time, and stay until the exercise is complete.
2. No children or visitors are allowed in the laboratory.
3. Cell phones and electrical devices have become a major distraction in the classroom.  They are to be turned completely off during the class period (not just to vibrator mode).
4. Turn off beepers, phones, radios and other electronic devices.  Pacemakers are allowed.
5. Replace all chemicals to the shelves with lids firmly attached.
6. Clean all spills that occur on and around the balances.
7. Be sure all glassware is cleaned with soap, rinsed and returned to the proper shelf.  Return all equipment to its proper place.  No glassware should be left in the sink.
8. Be very careful with thermometers.--Expensive!!
9. No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.
10. Be aware of all safety rules, policies and procedures.   Abide by the safety rules while in the laboratory.
11. Wear your safety glasses (This is a must)  at all times in the laboratory.  If necessary, the instructor will deduct points from lab reports for not wearing safety glasses while in the laboratory.

Behavior which disrupts the teaching–learning process during class activities will not tolerated.  While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior.  A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class.  A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal.  If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF.
 

A more detailed description of examples of disruptive behavior and appeal procedures is provided at: 

 http://a-s.clayton.edu/DisruptiveClassroomBehavior.htm

Students have the responsibility to complete the Student Survey and Course/Instructor Evaluation for each course and each instructor every semester. If this in not done during the allotted time period, the student will be restricted from seeing their final course grade for a period of approximately one week after final exams have ended. Instructors are not allowed to give course grades to those who did not complete these evaluations. Also, no grades of any kind will be given out over the telephone or e-mail due to federal privacy laws.

The instructor reserves the right to take any steps he deems necessary in order to produce satisfactory results in the laboratory.

Last update: December 18, 2009