Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: CHEM-1111- Section: 11
General Chemistry I Laboratory 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Martin Mantz
E-mailmantzmj@lamarpa.edu
Phone4099846330
Office
Location:
Hours:M 10-11am, W 10-12am, F 10-12am, by appointment, or virtual
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1311; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.
Prerequisites Corequisite(s): CHEM 1311.
Learning Outcomes 1.    Use basic apparatus and apply experimental methodologies used in the chemistry laboratory.
2.    Demonstrate safe and proper handling of laboratory equipment and chemicals.
3.    Conduct basic laboratory experiments with proper laboratory techniques.
4.    Make careful and accurate experimental observations. Relate physical observations and measurements to theoretical principles.
5.    Interpret laboratory results and experimental data, and reach logical conclusions.
6.    Record experimental work completely and accurately in laboratory notebooks and communicate experimental results clearly in written reports.
7.    Design fundamental experiments involving principles of chemistry.
8.    Identify appropriate sources of information for conducting laboratory experiments involving principles of chemistry.
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 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 the 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.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

The same Textbook (Lecture) will be used for Lab section: Chemistry, The Central Science, 14E., Pearson Publishing, Brown, LeMay. Lower version is also accepted. We will use Hands-on Experiments and Virtual labs
Lecture Topics
Outline		 See Major Assignments Below.
Major Assignments
Schedule
Lab #1: Lab Safety & Equipment
Lab #2: Scientific Measurement
Lab #3: Density & Specific Gravity
Test Review, Test I Lab. #4
Lab #5 Matter Atoms & Elements
Lab #6 Electronic Structures
Lab #7 Periodic Trends
Lab. #8 Continued Periodic Trends Test II
Lab #9 Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding
Molecular Geometry & Bonding Theories Project Introduction
Lab #10 Continued Molecular Geometry & Bonding Theories
Lab #11Chemical Reactions & Reactions Stoichiometry
Lab #12: Continued Chemical Reactions & Reactions Stoichiometry
Gas Laws Project Presentations
Review/Test III
Final Exam Date December 6, 2021 - 11:0 AM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 1. Labs & Projects 50 %.
2. Major Exams and Quizzes 25 %.
3. Final Exam: 25 %.
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.
2.    Only regular scientific calculators are permitted during exams/quizzes. All other electronic devices such as cell phones, iPods, computers, etc. are not allowed.
3.    All assignments need to be turned in through Blackboard (BB).
Attendance Policy Attendance is required. Missing more than 2 Labs for any reason will result in a failing grade in the course.
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
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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Other
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
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.