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Summer Sessions 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: CHEM-1305- Section: 71 Introductory Chemistry I |
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| Instructor | Dr. Kyung-AE Son-Guidry | ||||||||
| sonk@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6384 | ||||||||
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| 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 Reading and Math Skills | ||||||||
| 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 and 3) measured by embedded test questions and formal lab write up. CSLO 6. Write chemical formulas (PSLO 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 7. Write and balance equations (PSLO 3) measured by embedded test questions. CSLO 8. Use the rules of nomenclature to name chemical compounds. (PSLO 3) measured by embedded test questions. CLSO 9. Define the types and characteristics of chemical reactions (PSLO Alpha and PSLO 3) measured by pre-test/post-test and embedded test questions. CSLO 10. Use the gas laws and basics of the Kinetic Molecular Theory to solve gas problems (PSLO 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 3) measured by embedded test questions. |
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| 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. |
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| 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 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 the task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete the task; analyzes how to use the principles, and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete the 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 |
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| Textbooks |
Textbook: Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry, 13th Ed. By Timberlake, Pearson Publishing. (Lower version is also accepted, but Separate Access Code needed to log on masteringchemistry.com) Lab Manuel: Virtual ChemLab, General Chemistry Lab. v.4.5, By Woodfield, Pearson Publishing. (Access code needed to log on; an access code comes with New one) |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
See Major Assignments below | ||||||||
| Major Assignments Schedule |
Week/Chapter Topic Labs 1/1 & 2 Chemistry, Lab Safety, & Equipment Lab. #1: Lab Safety, & Equipment 2/2 Scientific Measurement Lab. #2: 3/2 Writing Conversion Factors & Problem Solving Density Major Exam #1 Lab. #3: 4/3, 4 Matter Atomic Structure Lab. #4: 5/6 Compounds & Their Bonds Lab. #5 6/7 Major Exam #2 Chemical Quantities & Reactions Lab. #6: 7/7 Continued Chapter 7 Lab. #7: 8/8 Gas Laws Lab. #8 9/7, 8 Major Exam # 3 10/ Review/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). |
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| Final Exam Date | August 8, 2019 - 12:00 AM Through August 12, 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 |
1.Class assignments and HW (will be assigned in masteringchemistry.com weekly), worth 15 % each. 2. Three Major Exams and Quizzes (will be announced during class), worth 30 % 3. Lab Reports (Virtual ChemLab), worth 25 % 4. Final Exam: TBA, worth 15 % |
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| 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. Repeated instances of academic dishonesty will result in a course grade of "F" and other possible additional academic penalties. |
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| Attendance Policy |
Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. A student with three absences may be dropped from the class and five unexcused absences will result in an F for the final grade. Not turning in assignments in timely matter will be counted as absence. |
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| 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. | ||||||||
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| Important Information | |||||||||
| ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||
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| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||