CHEM 1212 – Principles of Chemistry II
Course Syllabus - Summer 2008                                

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

CHEM 1212 (53219)
Principles of Chemistry II

Credit Hours:

Chemistry 1212 is a three hour credit science course for Area D, or possibly Area F of the Core Curriculum of Clayton State University.

Catalog Description:

Second course in a two-semester sequence covering the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry for science majors.

Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites:

Prerequisite: CHEM 1211, Principles of Chemistry I
Co-requisite: CHEM 1212L (CRN 53241)

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.  

The course web page offers you many instructional aides:  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 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 are not mandatory for the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials including PowerPoint slides and to communicate with your instructor.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• To learn the principles of chemistry taught in the course.  These include a study of:  Liquids and Solids, Solutions, Chemical Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acid and Base Theory, and Electrochemistry.

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

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

Program Learning Outcomes:

General education outcomes:

The following links provide tabular descriptions of the communications outcome and the critical thinking outcome components  (see CHEM 1212  in the tables):

• Communications outcomes components
• Critical thinking outcomes components

Biology outcomes:

CHEM 1212 supports outcomes 3, 4 and 5 of the biology major:

• Outcome 3.  Knowledge of physical science, mathematics, and statistics required to support an understanding of biology.
• Outcome 4.  Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear concise manner.
• Outcome 5.    Ability to collect, evaluate and interpret scientific data, and employ critical thinking to solve problems in biological science and supporting fields.

Term:

Summer, 2008

Instructor Information:

Instructor:

Dr. Patricia Metthe Todebush
Office phone: (678) 466-4788
fax: (678) 466-4899
e-mail:  patriciatodebush@.clayton.edu
internet:  http://a-s.clayton.edu/ptodebus/default.html

Office:

Arts and Sciences Building , Room 105-A

Office Hours:

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Monday & Wednesday
or by appointment Tuesday & Thursday

Class Meetings:

Textbook Information:

Text:     "Chemistry--The Central Science" Brown, Le May and Burnsten

Text Coverage:     Chapters 11, 13-17, 19 & 20

Evaluation:

There will be three (3) classroom exams and one final (comprehensive). Class attendance is mandatory.  Make-up exams are at the discretion of the instructor and are likely to be an increase in the percentage of the final exam.  In-class assignments and pop quizzes are given at the discretion of the instructor.  Online homework will be assigned for each chapter. The score from these assignments will be added to the total points awarded in 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
Homework	100
Final examination:	200
TOTAL	600

The final examination for the course scheduled for Wednesday, August 2, 2006.  The final examination will be comprehensive.

Grading:

The mid-term grade in this course which will be issued on or about June 23rd, reflects approximately 20% 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 June 27th.

Helpful Information:

Homework:  This course demands and expects a minimum of four hours of work per night.  Reading assignments are tentatively made on this syllabus.  Homework problems will be assigned, and graded via course compass.  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:  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 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:

The instructor reserves the right to change the schedule as necessary and will communicate any changes clearly to the class.

Course Policies:

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

University Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students' ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserve the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades.

Course Attendance Policy:
Attendance is expected for all class periods. Attendance is required for all examination periods. Any absence must be accompanied by a written excuse from a doctor or other competent authority. Without an excuse, a grade of zero points will be assigned for the missed examination grade.

Academic Dishonesty: 
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. 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.   Judicial procedures are described at
http://adminservices.clayton.edu/judicial/.

Disruption of the learning Environment:
Behavior which disrupts the teaching-learning process during class activities will not be 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 students who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation , a students 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

Other Policies:

No extra credit work will be assigned.

It is the students responsibility to complete the Student Survey and Course/Instructor Evaluation for each course and each instructor every semester. If this is not done during the allotted time period, the student will be restricted from seeing their final course grade until 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, I am not allowed to give out grades over the telephone or via email due to federal privacy laws.

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