Fall 2019 Course Syllabus Course: CHEM-1306- Section: 71 Introductory Chemistry I

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Kyung-AE Son-Guidry
E-mail	sonk@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6384
Office	Location: Education Annex - Room: 112 Hours: Schedule an appointment through AppointmentPlus, https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/7q6vp6t8/
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description	Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for allied health students and for students who are not science majors.
Prerequisites	Basic Skill competency in reading, writing, and math required.
Learning Outcomes	CSLO Alpha: Define the fundamental properties of matter (PSLO Alpha) measured by pre-test/ post test. CSLO 1. Classify matter, compounds, and chemical reactions (PSLO 3) measured by embedded test questions CSLO 2. Determine the basic nuclear and electronic structure of atoms (PSLO 3) by embedded test questions. CSLO 3. Identify trends in chemical and physical properties of the elements using the Periodic Table (PSLO 2 and PSLO 4) measured by formal lab write up. CSLO 4. Describe the bonding and the shape of simple molecules and ions. (PSLO 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 5. Solve stoichiometric problems (PSLO 1, 2, 3, & 4) measured by embedded test questions and formal lab write up. CSLO 6. Write chemical formulas (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 7. Write and balance equations (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 8. Use the rules of nomenclature to name chemical compounds. (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CLSO 9. Define the types and characteristics of chemical reactions ( PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 10. Use the gas laws and basics of the Kinetic Molecular Theory to solve gas problems (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 11. Determine the role of energy in physical changes and chemical reactions (PSLO 1, 2 and 4) measured by formal lab write up. CSLO 12. Convert units of measurement and demonstrate dimensional analysis skills (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 13. Work in groups to develop presentations informing the class concerning important ideas and principles and their application(PSLO 1, 2 & 4) Measured by group projects in class, or discussion board for online courses
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of the content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills - Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine the extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify a conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills - Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task; analyzes how to use the principles, and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely
Textbooks	Textbook: Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry, 13th Ed. By Timberlake, Pearson Publishing. Lower version is accepted, but Masteringchemistry access code is required for HW assignments. Lab Manuel: Virtual ChemLab, General Chemistry Lab. v.4.5, By Woodfield, Pearson Publishing. Access code needed to logon lab activities. No more hard copies available, only e-book can be purchased at :https://media.pearsoncmg.com/bc/abp/thechemistryplace/
Lecture Topics Outline	Week/Chapter Topic 1/1 & 2 Chemistry, Lab Safety, & Equipment: explore the concept of Chemistry, develop a study plan for learning chemistry, and Lab Safety and Types of equipment. 1&2/2 Scientific Measurement: Measurements in the U.S. and metric systems are compared. 3/2 Writing Conversion Factors & Problem Solving: Problem-solving utilizes dimensional analysis to convert between U.S. and metric units. 4/2 Density: Density is defined and used as a conversion factor. Major Exam #1 5/3 &4 Matter, Atoms & Elements: 6/4 Atoms & Elements: The atom is discussed in terms of protons, neutrons, and electrons and The elements on the periodic table are classified by their group and period, and as metals or nonmetals 7/4 Periodic Trends: The chemical behavior of an element is related to its electron arrangement. 8/6 Compounds & Their Bonds: The electron arrangements discussed in Chapter 4 lead into the concept of valence electrons 9/6 Continued on Compounds & Their Bonds 10/3, 4, 6 Major Exam #2 11/7 Chemical Quantities & Reactions: Examples of physical and chemical changes introduce the idea of a chemical reaction. 12/ 7 Stoichiometry/Balancing Equation: The process of writing and balancing a chemical equation is carefully explained with several sample problems. 13/8 Gas Laws; Combined Gas Law: Ideal Gas Law: Kinetic molecular theory is used to describe the behavior of gas molecules. 14/7 & 8 Major Exam # 3 15/ Review/Final Project Presentations 16/ Final *This Schedule is an idealized guide for the semester. Depending on the situation, changes may be made by the instructor. Any changes will be announced in advance in class or online (Announcements on Blackboard or e-mail).
Major Assignments Schedule	Week/Chapter Topic Labs 1/1 & 2 Chemistry, Lab Safety, & Equipment Lab. #1: Lab Safety & Equipment 1&2/2 Scientific Measurement Lab. #2: 3/2 Writing Conversion Factors & Problem Solving Lab. #3 4/2 Density Major Exam #1 Lab. #4 5/3 & 4 Matter, Atoms & Elements Lab. #5 6/4 Atoms & Elements Lab. #6 7/4 Periodic Trends Lab #7 8/6 Compounds & Their Bonds Lab. #8 9/6 Continued Compounds & Their Bonds Lab. #9 10/3, 4, 6 Major Exam #2 11/7 Chemical Quantities & Reactions Lab. #10 12/ 7 Stoichiometry/Balancing Equation Project Introduction 13/8 Gas Laws; Combined Gas Law: Ideal Gas Law Lab. #11 14/7 & 8 Major Exam # 3 Lab. # 13 15/ Review/Final Project Presentations 16/ Final *This Schedule is an idealized guide for the semester. Depending on the situation, changes may be made by the instructor. Any changes will be announced in advance in class or online (Announcements on Blackboard or e-mail).
Final Exam Date	December 5, 2019 - 12:00 AM   Through  December 5, 2019 - 11:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests & Quizzes: 30%; Labs & Projects: 25%; Class Assignments: 15%; HW: 15%; Final Exam: 15 %
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	1. Late Assignments will NOT be accepted and will result in a zero, except for students who were absent due to illness and have valid proof. Due date: 11: 59 pm Sunday in the same week unless specified. 2. Consistent Participation is strongly encouraged and will affect your final grade. 3. Only regular scientific calculators are permitted during exams/quizzes. All other electronic devices such as cell phones, iPods, computers, etc. are not allowed. 4. All assignments need to be turned in through Blackboard (BB). The handwritten assignments need to be scanned, not photographed. Please follow instructions in "How to turn in Assignment(s)" in the Content folder of Blackboard (BB). 5. Each student must write up his or her own Lab and Do not makeup data. Sharing of images or documents are also instances of academic dishonesty, resulting in a grade of zero for that assignment. In addition, Grades for the previous assignments will be voided if found academic dishonesty. Repeated instances of academic dishonesty will result in a course grade of "F" and other possible additional academic penalties. 6. E-mail policy: see specific instruction in Content folder of Blackboard (BB).
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Regular attendance is strongly encouraged and it would affect the final grade. Five unexcused absences will result in an F for the final grade.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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