Basic Principles of Chemistry
Chemistry 103 – Spring 2016
Faculty Contact Information
Course Number: CHEM 103
Course Name: Basic Principles of Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Semester & Year: Spring 2016
Professor Name: Ron Ruszczyk, PhD
Office Location: Science 309
Office Phone: 803-641-3420
Office Fax:
Email: ronr@usca.edu (Type “Chem 103” in the Subject line. Responses to email will
take place as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours, longer on weekends.)
Virtual Office Hours: By appointment via phone conference.
Online Course Delivery: Blackboard Learning Management System
General Information
Description of Course Content: This course is a 4 credit hour course, which includes
a laboratory portion to be performed at home. Since this course includes a laboratory
portion, if three or more experiments are missed the resulting grade for the course will
be an F, regardless of the number of points earned overall.
Prerequisites: Completion of, or placement beyond, Math 104.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Use correct scientific terminology.
2. Explain scientific concepts.
3. Perform calculations involving chemistry equations.
4. Write symbology used in chemical expressions.
Course Materials
Required textbook:
Ball, David (2014). Introductory Chemistry (Custom Ed. 1.0.1). Flatworld Education,
Inc. (FlatworldKnowledge.com)
http://students.flatworldknowledge.com/course?cid=2359317&bid=1717071 (Choose
the Study Pass option unless you would like a printed version of the book.)
e-ISBN: 978-1-4533-7029-2
Required online homework: Sapling Learning System
To register for the Sapling online homework system:
1. Go to saplinglearning.com and click on your country at the top right.
2. If you already have a Sapling Learning account, log in and skip to step 3.
o Otherwise, click “Create an Account”. Supply the requested information
and click “Create My Account”. Check your email (and spam filter) for a
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message from Sapling Learning and click on the link provided in that
email.
3. Expand the categories under the ‘Enroll in a New Course’ heading and use the
dropdown list to scroll down to ‘University of South Carolina, Aiken’. Click the
link, and select the course ‘CHEM A103 – Spring16 – RUSZCZYK’.
4. The course requires payment. Select a payment option and follow the
remaining instructions.
5. Work on the Sapling Learning training materials. The activities, videos, and
information pages will familiarize you with the Sapling Learning user
environment and serve as tutorials for efficiently balancing equations, drawing
molecules, etc. within the Sapling Learning answer modules. These training
materials are already accessible in your Sapling Learning course.
Once you have registered and enrolled, you can log in at any time to complete or
review your homework assignments. During sign up or throughout the term, if you
have any technical problems or grading issues, send an email to
support@saplinglearning.com explaining the issue. The Sapling Learning student
support team is almost always faster and better able to resolve issues than your
instructor. The homework is graded and counts for 30% of your grade.
Required Material(s):
To be able to participate fully in assignments and exams; you must have:
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Reliable and speedy Internet access. This course requires you have reliable
Internet access and fast connection speed, as you will be taking online tests.
High-speed Internet connection is required, but a wired connection is preferred,
especially while taking tests.
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Digital Camera. A digital camera, or cell phone camera, is needed to take
pictures of the laboratory experiments as evidence for having performed
them. You must be able to download the pictures and insert them into the
Microsoft Word document lab report. Each lab will indicate when to take
pictures. If the picture is not included, the lab report will receive a grade of
zero.
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Scientific Calculator. Must be able to do scientific notation and
logarithms.
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Computer competency. You must be very comfortable with: using email
& discussion boards; uploading and downloading documents; Microsoft
Word and PowerPoint; and accessing resources such as search engines &
websites (e.g., Google, etc.).
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Laboratory Kit. A laboratory kit must be purchased from Home Science
Tools. Phone Home Science Tools Customer Service at 1-800-860-6272,
and request Quote Number 646322. Other needed equipment and
household items can be obtained from a local store. Download and read
the Laboratory Equipment Checklist from Blackboard for more information.
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REQUIRED TECHNOLOGY AND/OR SOFTWARE:
Blackboard Learning Management System: Access to the Blackboard Learning
Management System. Login with the Blackboard username and password
credentials.
Obtaining Your Blackboard Login Credentials
If you are new to Blackboard and/or are not aware of your Blackboard login
credentials, follow the steps below.
1. Complete instructions can be found on Self-Service Carolina Help at
Self-Service Carolina Help.
2. Follow the instructions below for getting your network username (for
Blackboard) and to set your password in my.sc.edu:
a. Go to SC Authentication Service.
b. Login with your VIP ID and password.
c. Your USC Network Username will be displayed.
d. Below that, you will see a place to enter a new password. You
must type in the password twice to verify your choice.
e. Password restrictions must be at least eight characters, cannot
contain your user id, and must meet at least three of the
following:
i. One or more lowercase alphabetic characters (a-z)
ii. One or more uppercase alphabetic characters (A-Z)
iii. One or more numeric characters (0-9)
iv. One or more special characters (!@#$%^&*-+= etc.)
f. Click on the SET PASSWORD button to set your new
password. Remember, your password may not work right away. It
can take as long as 30 minutes before it is valid on Blackboard.
Microsoft Office 365: Access to the following software applications is required to
complete various course assignments.
• Microsoft Office Word
• Microsoft Office PowerPoint
• Microsoft Office Outlook
If you do not have access to the applications, USCA faculty and staff now have FREE
access to Microsoft Office 365. It’s FREE and can be installed on up to five devices,
including your home computer:
• Windows and Mac laptops and computers
• iOS, Android and Windows tablets and phones
Setup is easy and the software configures itself based on the @usca.edu email
address used to access the download site. Installations on laptops and desktops now
include the same Office programs you enjoy on your campus computer: Office 2013
for Windows systems and Office 2011 for Macs.
OneDrive for Business is also included giving you 1TB of cloud storage free of charge.
Full information and download instructions can be found on the Office 365 page of the
Help Desk website.
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Respondus LockDown Browser: The assessments in this course must be taken
using the Respondus LockDown Browser. Respondus LockDown Browser creates a
"locked" testing environment that prevents you from viewing other web pages,
accessing other applications, and printing or copying the assessments. You must
download and install LockDown Browser before you take any exams. The
Respondus Quick Start Guide provides information on the installation and usage of
Lockdown Browser. Do this now so that you are prepared for your first assessment.
Note: When taking assessments:
• The preferred browsers to use for an assessment or PC users are Mozilla
Firefox or Google Chrome. For Mac users, Mozilla Firefox is the best.
• Students should seek a computer with a wired connection. If using a wireless
connection, be sure to be close enough to the wireless router that has the
strongest signal.
• Students cannot use the back button in the browser. It will cause many
problems with the assessment.
Online Requirements & Support Resources
System & Technical Requirements
Download the System & Technical Requirements handout to obtain the necessary
information on Blackboard supported web browsers, skill requirements, links to free
multimedia plugins, and the Computer Services Help Desk.
This course requires a high-speed Internet connection. You must have speakers
installed and working properly on your computer before beginning the course.
Participation in an online course requires some basic knowledge of computer
technology.
Technical Support
To obtain assistance with technical issues (removing pop-up blockers, opening pages
or quizzes, etc.), or if you are unable to see the course content or have other
questions regarding the course itself, please visit the USC Aiken Computer Services
Help Desk, email help@usca.edu, or call 803-641-3391.
Course Presentation
The online course is designed to introduce students to the various scientific concepts
in Chemistry. Students will learn the terminology and types of calculations used in
science. While some portions may be more in-depth, most of the course deals with the
basics of a broad range of Chemistry topics. The topics for this course are listed
below. However, circumstances may call for a departure from this schedule. Any
changes to the schedule will be made in advance. All of the course content is
prepared for you to work at your own pace; however, be aware of the weekly
deadlines due for each graded activity.
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Course Topics
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Module 1: Matter and Energy, Measurement
Module 2: Significant Figures, Atomic Structure
Module 3: Electronic Structure, Exam 1
Module 4: Ionic Compounds
Module 5: Molecules
Module 6: Molecular Shape, Oxidation Numbers, Exam 2
Module 7: Reactions
Module 8: Stoichiometry, Energy
Module 9: Solutions, Exam 3
Module 10: Gases
Module 11: Liquids and Solids, Colligative Properties
Module 12: Kinetics, Equilibrium, Exam 4
Module 13: Acids, Bases, and Buffers
Module 14: Electrochemistry
Module 15: Exam 5
This course is organized into 15 learning modules, each of which may include one or
more of the following:
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Text Readings
PowerPoint Presentations
Laboratory Experiments
Calculation Exercises
Homework Assignments
Discussion Forum for Questions
Sample Test Questions
Quiz and Exams
Graded Activities
For each of the activities listed below, be sure to follow the deadlines provided on the
Course Schedule. Missed activities will result in loss of points from the assignment.
See additional penalties and policies listed under the Course Policy section of this
syllabus.
Assignments: All graded activities for this course are categorized as follows:
Homework:
• Homework Sets - The purpose of this assignment is to gain familiarity with
calculations involved in Chemistry. You are expected to do the homework
assignments weekly corresponding to the assignment module. The total
homework score will be determined after all homework assignments have been
completed. There will be 14 Homework Sets graded by the online homework
system as being right or wrong. An Introduction to the online homework system
provides details on how to enter your answers. This portion will also be graded.
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Laboratory Experiments, Quiz, & Exercise:
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Laboratory Experiments - The purpose of these experiments is to illustrate
the concepts through hands-on experiments. You are required to do all parts of
the experiments. You are expected to answer all questions in the experiment
and submit experiments weekly corresponding to the assignments module.
Each experiment has questions and calculations that are graded to give a total
of 10 to 20 points depending on the complexity of the experiment. You will
have 12 lab experiments, plus preliminary procedures which need to be
performed before starting the experimental portion of the course. The lab
reports are due on Sundays at midnight. Late reports will have ½ point
deducted per day after the due date (maximum of half the report grade). A 2
point bonus will be added if the report is submitted by Friday midnight
before the due date.
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Calculator and Dimensional Analysis Worksheets - The purpose of these
exercises is to gain familiarity with the math involved in chemical calculations.
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Safety Quiz – The purpose of this quiz is to be sure proper safety precautions
are observed in performing experiments. You must read the Safety Rules
handout provided in the course and take the quiz to insure you are familiar with
these rules.
The laboratory portion counts for 25% of your grade. Missing three or more labs
will result in an F for the course.
Assessments:
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Exams - The purpose of these assessments is to test your understanding of the
material from the PowerPoints and book. You are required to complete each
the exam within the 75 minute time allowed. Exam questions will have
assigned point values given with each question. You will have five exams in this
course.
This course will have a total of 5 online exams. The exams will be given with Modules
3, 6, 9, 12, and 15 (during the week of final exams). The exams deal with the concepts
presented in the three or four modules with some overlap. The exams are timedevents in Blackboard. Once you begin the exam, you will have 75 minutes to
complete it. The exams count for 45% of your grade.
Note: When taking assessments:
• This course requires the use of the Respondus Lockdown Browser to take the
exams. See the section on page 4 of this syllabus to obtain the information to
install that browser to your computer. You will NOT be allowed to take the
exams without this browser installed.
• Students should seek a computer with a wired connection. If using a wireless
connection, be sure to be close enough to the wireless router that has the
strong signal.
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Students cannot use the back button in the browser. It will cause many
problems with the assessment.
You will need to use a calculator and the periodic table provided in the
Laboratory Equipment Checklist document.
Suggested Study Methods: To be successful in this course, work through the
modules in sequential order. Complete assigned readings, experiments, and
homework. Complete the activities as assigned by the required due date in the course
schedule. Be sure to keep a backup of all assignments.
Course Graded Activities
See the Course Schedule for a list of module topics, assignments, and due dates.
Please refer to the USCA Academic Calendar for university important deadline dates.
Assignment
Grade
Possible
Percentage
Points
Module 1:
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Safety Quiz
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Homework Set 1
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Preliminary Lab Procedures
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18
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1.8%
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1.6%
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24
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2.4%
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9%
Module 2:
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Calculator Worksheet
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Dimensional Analysis Worksheet
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Homework Set 2
Module 3:
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Density Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 3
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Exam 1
Module 4:
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Separation Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 4
Module 5:
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Specific Heat Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 5
Module 6:
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Molecules Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 7
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Exam 2
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Assignment
Grade
Possible
Points Percentage
Module 7:
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Reactions Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 7
25
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13
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16
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1.6%
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9%
20
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2%
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20
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2%
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18
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1.8%
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20
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10
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300
1%
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30%
90
9%
Module 8:
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Stoichiometry Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 8
Module 9:
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Exothermic & Endothermic Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 9
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Exam 3
Module 10:
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Titration Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 10
Module 11:
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Gas Laws Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 11
Module 12:
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Solutions and Colloids Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 12
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Exam 4
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Acids, Bases, and Buffers Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 13
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Electrochemistry Lab Experiment
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Homework Set 14
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**NOTE: All Homework Sets are due weekly, however the
total points for the Homework Sets will not be calculated until
the end of the course. Each Homework Set does not have
the same number of questions so the point values will vary
for each.**
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Exam 5
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Grade
Possible
Points Percentage
Assignment
Total
1000
100%
Course Grading Scale
Students will be evaluated on fourteen homework assignments, fourteen lab
experiments and exercises, and five examinations. The examinations will be
objectively scored using a scoring key. The homework assignments will be graded on
a scale from 0 to 300, reflecting percent of possible points earned. Grades will be
assigned using the following weights:
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14 Homework Sets – 300 points total (30%)
5 Exams – 450 points total (45%)
12 Lab Experiments, 1 Safety Quiz, & 2 Exercise Worksheets – 250 points total
(25%)
Grades will be assigned as follows:
Point Values
900 - 1000 points
850 - 899 points
800 - 849 points
750 - 799 points
700 - 749 points
650 - 699 points
600 - 649 points
< 600 points
Letter
Grade
A
B+
B
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D+
D
F
Online Student Support Services
Library Services
Visit the University's Gregg-Graniteville Library site to learn about the many resources
that are available for undergraduate students. To receive help regarding the University
Library, please use the Ask a Librarian support feature.
Academic Success Center
Use the Academic Success Center to access Academic Advising, the Writing Room,
the Tutoring Center, and other resources. You are encouraged to use the USCA,
Gregg-Graniteville Library Citation Style Guides webpage and/or the Purdue Online
Writing Lab (OWL) as a resource for writing using certain style guides, as instructed by
your professor.
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Campus Life
The Campus Life department provides information on Academic Support, Enrollment
Services, Organizations, Student Services, and Housing Services.
Disability Services Office
The Disability Services Office provides accommodations to ensure that educational
programming and services are accessible to students with disabilities. If you have a
physical, psychological, and/or learning disability that might affect your performance in
this class, please contact the Disability Services Office, B&E 134, (803) 643-6816, as
soon as possible if you believe you are eligible for accommodations. The Disability
Services Office will require appropriate documentation to determine
accommodations. Once determination of eligibility is made, students who have
disabilities requiring special arrangements for class participation or test administration
should notify the professor of the need for such arrangements at the beginning of the
semester.
Counseling Services
The Counseling Services department offers counseling and crisis services as well as
outreach services, self-help, and frequently asked questions.
Computer Services Help Desk
Visit the Computer Services Help Desk to find out how to receive technology support
and what technology services are available to you.
Online Course Netiquette
Proper netiquette enables students to be professional while communicating online with
faculty and with other students. To comply with course expectations, it is important to
consider the following values during online discussions and when corresponding to the
professor and fellow students via email/discussions:
Student-to-Student Netiquette
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Timeliness: Monitor course activity and respond to communications from your
classmates and faculty in a timely manner.
Confidentiality: When discussing topics, be sure to be discreet about how you
discuss children, teachers, and aides in the classroom. Do not use names of
people or names of facilities.
Formatting: As a rule, please do not use all caps in your emails or discussions.
It is considered unprofessional and is hard to read. Also, please use standard
capitalization and punctuation in all course communications, and sign your
name on all emails.
Value: Recognize and value the experiences, abilities, and knowledge each
person brings to class. Value the diversity of the class.
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Language tone: The absence of face-to-face interaction increases the
likelihood of misinterpretation. Avoid using offensive language, excessive
exclamation points, all caps, humor and sarcasm, acronyms, emoticons, and
slang.
Respect: Each student’s viewpoint is valued as an opinion. When responding
to a person during online discussions, be sure to state an opposing opinion in a
diplomatic way. Disagree with ideas, but do not make personal attacks. Be
careful what you write because you cannot use body language or tone of voice
when trying to convey ideas, intent, or thoughts.
Brevity: Be concise when contributing to a discussion. Online courses require a
lot of reading; therefore, your points may be missed if hidden in a flood of text.
Read and proofread: Read all discussions before you post a comment, so you
do not repeat information. Proofread and spell check all messages before you
send them.
Student-to-Professor Netiquette
In addition to the above values, you are expected to respond to communications from
your professor in a timely manner. Any emergencies that arise due to illness, death,
etc. should be reported to the professor as quickly as possible.
Professor-to-Student Netiquette
The professor of this course will also follow the values listed above by checking and
responding to emails and grading your assignments in a timely manner. Specifically,
the course Blackboard web site will be checked periodically, and any emails will be
answered during those times. Assignments will be graded within a reasonable time
after the posted deadline for each assignment (or after the assignments are actually
received).
Assignments and assessments submitted after the deadlines outlined in the course
syllabus will result in a zero grade. It is of the professor’s discretion if provisions will be
made for individuals who have experienced unforeseen emergencies, but they must
be reported as soon as possible after the event happens and production of proper
documentation may be required.
Online Course Policies
Attendance Policy
Your attendance is automatically recorded in the Blackboard. While you enjoy the
flexibility of online class and can participate anytime you would like, please note that
active and attentive participation in the online environment is the only way for you to
succeed in this class.
Change Policy
Except for changes that substantially affect implementation of the grading statement,
the syllabus is a guide for the course and is subject to change with advanced notice.
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Policy on Make-Ups
If there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from submitting your work in a
timely manner, please email the course professor to make arrangements. Otherwise,
graded activities will not be accepted after the due date. Exceptions will only be made
in extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of the professor.
The assessments (exam) must be taken as scheduled on the Course Schedule.
Exceptions will only be made in extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of the
professor. Make-up assessments will differ from the original assessment, but will
cover the same material. The assessments are time restricted and the questions and
answers are randomized and are only displayed one question at a time. Once the
duration for the assessment has expired, it will close and will be submitted for grading.
Miscellaneous
It is your responsibility to read text assignments before the scheduled classes. I
recommend that you spend at least two hours preparing for each credit hour of class,
this includes outside assignments.
Online Testing and Assignment Rules
1. General Rules:
• Your computer and connection MUST be reliable.
• For each assessment (exam) you will be given certain windows of time
opportunities that the assessment is available. For instance, if an
assessment is “open” for a certain 3-day period that means you will
have to take the assessment during that time frame.
• Once you begin an assessment you will be given a certain amount of
time to finish it before it “closes” for you. During the “open” time, you
WILL be able to go back to questions that you need to “re-think” or
contemplate further.
• You will NOT be able to save or print assessment questions.
• Do NOT wait till the last minute to take an assessment! It is preferable to
take it early so that you can go on to that week’s readings and
assignments.
• Do NOT get behind in this course. It will be very difficult to catch up.
2. Cheating:
When applied to test-taking, these standards include the following… YOU MUST:
• Work alone and without notes or resources other than those you are
directed to use (such as a periodic table) as you take each of the
assessments in this course. (Most of the questions are critical-thinking
type questions, not just note information to memorize, so answering a
question correctly will entail true understanding of the content. Thus using
forbidden “helpers” such as cheat sheets will not be particularly helpful
anyway.)
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You will need to use a calculator and the periodic table provided in
the Laboratory Equipment Checklist document. You cannot use any other
periodic table.
Maintain assessment security by not discussing the questions with your
peers or attempting to copy the assessments in any way. Remember, you
may know other students who have not yet taken courses with me. If you
discuss assessment questions or its content with these students, this is a
violation of assessment security, and will result in being reported for
academic dishonesty.
Report breaches of honesty. If you know of dishonest behavior
occurring you are ethically bound to report it.
Final note on this subject: WE TAKE ASSESSMENT SECURITY VERY
SERIOUSLY at the institution. Violations in assessment security are
considered not just academic violations, but ethical violations, which are
especially unacceptable for future professionals.
3. Missed Assessment Policies:
• Assessments must be completed within the designated time windows (see
Course Schedule). You will be reminded about an upcoming assessment
on the Course Schedule and detailed instructions will be provided on the
Assessments link on the Course Menu for each assessment.
4. Missed Assignment Policies:
• Assignments must be submitted by the designated location and by the
designated time, which will be detailed in each assignment and on the
Course Schedule.
• For assignments that are not submitted at all, the student will receive a
grade of 0%.
• Late submissions: If the student contacts the professor by email before the
assignment is due and has an acceptable excuse, that assignment might be
accepted late, with points deducted. This will only be allowed once.
COLLEGE & DEPARTMENT POLICIES:
The Department of Chemistry and Physics at USCA accepts the following as
EXCUSED absences:
• documented illness
• documented participation in university sponsored events (athletic competition,
theater, productions and conferences)
• documented jury duty, court appearances
• recognized religious holidays and observances
• documented death in the family
If you are experiencing any of the aforementioned situations and cannot make a
deadline, you MUST inform your professor via email as soon as possible, i.e.,
BEFORE the assignment is due. That way the professor will be informed of your
situation in real-time.
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USC AIKEN INSTITUTION POLICIES
Students in this course should be familiar with the university policies on Academic
Responsibility contained in the Student Handbook. Violations of academic
responsibility in this course will be handled as stipulated in that publication.
For detailed information on the USC Aiken student policies, please review the USC
Aiken Student Handbook. These pertinent policies include drop policy, Academic
Honor Code, Academic Code of Conduct, American with Disabilities Act, Academic
Integrity, Plagiarism, and Electronic Communication Policy.
Students are expected to adhere to the strictest standards of academic honesty. Each
student should review the Academic Code of Conduct in its entirety in the USC Aiken
Student Handbook. This code strictly prohibits bribery, cheating, lying, and plagiarism.
No form of cheating or plagiarism will be tolerated. Such actions will be dealt with in
accordance with the procedures set forth in the USC-Aiken University catalog. It is
therefore suggested that you obtain this document and read it carefully.
Copyright Disclaimer
Materials associated with this course are subject to copyright laws and protections.
These materials are intended for the viewing of only those students enrolled in this
course and only for the time during which they are enrolled. The contents of this
course are not to be copied and shared.
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CHEM 103 Course Schedule
Spring 2016
All activities are due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time as determined by the Blackboard
Learn timestamp.
Start
Date:
1/06
1/11
1/18
1/25
Module / Assignment Description:
BEGIN HERE
• Read the Start Here: Online Course Guide in its
entirety.
• Complete the Confirmation of Start Here
Completion survey (not graded but required).
• Participate in the Introduce Yourself discussion
activity.
• Read the Laboratory Equipment Checklist and
Order Chemistry Equipment Set.
Module 1: Matter, Energy, and Measurement
• Read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 sections 1-5.
• Review PowerPoints: Introduction and
Measurement (through Heat Capacity).
• Read the Safety Rules handout and complete the
Safety Quiz.
• Complete the Using a Scientific Calculator
Worksheet
• Complete Introduction and Homework Set 1.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
1.
• Complete the Preliminary Lab Procedures from the
Laboratory Checklist when your kit has arrived.
Module 2: Atomic Structure
• Read Chapter 2 sections 6-7 and Chapter 3.
• Review PowerPoints: Measurement (Significant
Figures and Scientific Notation) and Atomic
Structure.
• Complete Dimensional Analysis Worksheet.
• Complete Homework Set 2.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
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Due
Date:
Point
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1/15
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Module 3: Electronic Structure
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Read Chapter 4.
Review PowerPoints: Electronic Structure, Periodic
Table.
Perform the Density Lab Experiment.
Complete Homework Set 3.
Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
3.
Complete Exam 1 (covers Modules 1-3).
Module 4: Ionic Compounds
• Read Chapter 5 sections 1-3.
• Review PowerPoints: Compounds.
• Perform the Separation Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 4.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
4.
Module 5: Molecules
• Read Chapter 5 sections 4-5.
• Review PowerPoints: Molecules.
• Perform the Specific Heat Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 5.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
5.
Module 6: Molecular Shape
• Read Chapter 5 section 6.
• Review PowerPoints: Molecular Shape, Polarity.
• Perform the Molecules Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 6.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
6.
• Complete Exam 2 (covers Modules 4-6).
Module 7: Reactions
• Read Chapter 6.
• Review PowerPoints: Oxidation Numbers,
Reactions.
• Perform the Reactions Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 7.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
7.
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Module 8: Stoichiometry and Energy
• Read Chapter 7 sections 1-5 and Chapter 8
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sections 1-2.
Review PowerPoints: Stoichiometry, Heat.
Perform the Stoichiometry Lab Experiment.
Complete Homework Set 8.
Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
8.
Module 9: Solutions
• Read Chapter 9.
• Review PowerPoints: Solutions, Concentration.
• Perform the Exothermic and Endothermic Lab
Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 9.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
9.
• Complete Exam 3 (covers Modules 7-9).
Module 10: Gases
• Read Chapter 10.
• Review PowerPoints: Gases.
• Perform the Titration Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 10.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
10.
Module 11: Liquids, Solids, Colligative Properties,
and Colloids
• Read Chapter 11 -12.
• Review PowerPoints: Liquids-Solids, Colligative
Properties, Colloids.
• Perform the Gas Laws Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 11.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
11.
Module 12: Kinetics and Equilibrium
• Read Chapter 13.
• Review PowerPoints: Kinetics, Equilibrium.
• Perform the Solutions and Colloids Lab
Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 12.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
12.
• Complete Exam 4 (covers Modules 9-12).
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Module 13: Acids, Bases, and Buffers
• Read Chapter 14.
• Review PowerPoints: Acid-Base, Buffers.
• Perform the pH and Buffers Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 13.
• Download and review Sample Test Questions Set
13.
Module 14: Electrochemistry
• Read Chapter 15
• Review PowerPoints: Redox, Electrochemistry.
• Perform the Electrochemistry Lab Experiment.
• Complete Homework Set 14.
• All Homework Sets completed. **NOTE: All
Homework Sets are due weekly, however the total
points for the Homework Sets will not be calculated
until the end of the course. Each Homework Set
does not have the same number of questions so the
point values will vary for each.**
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14.
Module 15: Waste Disposal and Exam 5
• Complete the Waste Disposal Procedures.
• Complete Exam 5 (covers Modules 12-15).
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300
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