Chem 1212L
Principles of Chemistry II Lab
Fall 2015
Instructor: Dr. Martin R. McPhail
Office: TLC 2129
E-mail: mmcphail@westga.edu
Office Phone: (678) 839-6019
Office Hours: TBD
Course Information
Class: Chem 1212L (CRN 82106 - 1 credit hour)
Meeting Time: F 9:00 – 10:52 am
Room: TLC 3108
This lab is a co-requisite of Chem 1212. If you have previously received a C or better in Chem
1212L and are currently taking Chem 1212, contact me ASAP so that we can allow you to drop
the laboratory section.
Course Description
This laboratory course is designed to complement the material covered in Chem 1212 and is a
co-requisite of that course. A series of experiments treat the fundamental behavior of gases,
liquids, solids, and solutions including their thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria.
Learning Outcomes
1) Students will apply fundamental principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria to
describe observed behavior of gases, liquids, solids, and solutions.
2) Students will operate cooperatively to solve laboratory challenges through the application
of practical, creative, and critical thinking skills.
3) Students will be able to collect, summarize, analyze, and draw conclusions from data
collected in the lab.
4) Students will be able to communicate their findings clearly and in their own words.
5) Students will demonstrate good laboratory technique, safe lab conduct, and cooperation
with other students.
Required Materials: This course will employ the MeasureNet system to acquire data in some of
our labs. You will need to register at www.measurenet.net to access your data. You will need to
bring a copy of the laboratory procedure along with materials to take notes of any your
observations. These observations will not be collected, but they will be useful in writing a good
report. You will need access to a scientific calculator during lab
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Course Assessments
Preparing for Lab
Lab work will require preparation and care to complete in the time allotted. It is therefore critical
that you understand both the theory and procedure of the experiment before coming to lab. Lab
material will be posted on Course Den. Before class you will need to:
1) Read all laboratory material. Accessing the “handout” unlocks the pre-lab.
2) Print out a copy of the lab procedure or write out a procedure in a notebook. You will
need to have a copy of the procedure to perform the lab.
3) Complete the pre-lab questions. These are your ticket into lab and must be turned in at
the start of the lab.
During Lab
You are responsible for working in a safe, timely manner to complete your experiment in the
allotted time. Failure to work safely or complete your experiment on time will result in a
deduction from your Lab Conduct grade. Make sure to record all observations and data through
the MeasureNet system and/or a notebook. Making good observations is a necessary component
of good scientific practice and will be useful for writing a quality lab report.
After Lab
Clean up the lab space, clean and store glassware, and unplug hotplates. Failure to clean and
prepare your space for the next class will result in a deduction from your Lab Conduct grade.
Reports
Laboratory reports are due before the next lab period. One report per individual is required.
Even though experiments are performed and data is collected as a group, each person will
generate their own report. ‘Sharing’ lab reports or material therein between students counts as
plagiarism (see the Academic Honesty Policy below). Such ‘sharing’ can include, but is not
limited to, copying any part from another report (i.e. yours or another student’s) with no or
minimal change. As with any other instances of plagiarism, students found ‘sharing’ reports will
earn 0 points for the report. Be sure to include your partner’s name on your report. Reports
are to be typed, follow formatting guidelines, and include information requested in the lab
material. Reports will be graded for proper formatting and content, scientifically accurate and
clear discussion, and correct use of Standard English. Reports should be uploaded to the drop
box on Course Den as a Word .doc file with the following naming convention:
lastname_lab#_descriptionoflab.doc
For example: smith_lab7_HessLaw.doc
Assessment Grading
Your final grade will be an average of all your individual grades. Each lab will be graded
according to the following component break-down:
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Pre-lab Quiz: 10 %
Lab Conduct: 10%
Lab Reports: 80%
Grading time for lab reports may vary, but every effort will be made to return the previous
graded report before the next report is due.
Grading Scale______________
A
90 – 100
B
80 – 89
C
70 – 79
D
60 – 69
F
0 – 59
Course Policies and Information
University Policies and Academic Support
Please carefully review the Common Language for all university syllabi, which can be found at:
www.westga.edu/assetsDept/vpaa/Common_Language_for_Course_Syllabi.pdf
This document provides important material pertaining to university policies and responsibilities.
These statements are updated as federal, state, university, and accreditation standards change, so
you should review the information each semester.
Disabilities Act/Accessibility for this Course
If you are a student whom is defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and requires
assistance or support services, please notify me and provide me with a copy of your packet from
Student Services.
Academic Honesty Policy
Any form of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating and plagiarism, will
result in a failing grade on any relevant assignment as well as possible additional action.
Definitions of academic dishonesty and plagiarism are defined in the student handbook, so please
be familiar with them. The student hand book can be found at http://www.westga.edu/handbook/
Student Conduct
Students are obligated to abide by the guidelines in the university catalog. Respect and courtesy
are required of all students while in the classroom. The following are also mandatory:
1. Experiments in the chemistry laboratory routinely employ hazardous materials and
equipment. Being aware of these hazards and conscientious of your work space is critical for
ensuring your safety and the safety of those around you. Failure to follow safe laboratory
conduct will result in expulsion from that day’s lab and a zero on your lab report. Proper
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dress and personal protective equipment are required to participate in a lab. Please refer to
the safety guidelines and specific safety instructions for each lab for further information.
2. We will discuss the experiment and associated hazards at the beginning of each lab, so it is
important to be on time. Tardiness will result in a grade reduction for that lab.
3. Glassware must be cleaned and put away upon completion of the day’s experiments. Lab
spaces must be clean and tidy before leaving lab. Failure to do so will result in a grade
reduction for that lab.
Missed Labs
Laboratory attendance is mandatory. Failure to attend a lab will result in a zero for that lab.
Absences will only be excused in the case of an emergency, but these will require you present
official documentation.
Note on Syllabus Modifications
I reserve the right to modify this syllabus at any time during the course of the term. Students will
be notified of all syllabus modifications. In a case where a substantial modification is required, I
will reissue a revised syllabus.
Tentative 1212 Lab Schedule – Fall 2015
Monday
August
24
Tuesday
Wednesday
25
Thursday
26
Friday
27
28
First Week of Classes – Lab Syllabus, Lab Safety, MeasureNet Intro
August
31
September 1
2
3
4
10
11
17
18
24
25
Lab 12 – Vapor Pressure (Clausius-Clapeyron)
September
7
8
9
Lab 13 – Freezing Point Depression
September
14
15
16
Lab 14 – Solubility Product
September
21
22
23
Lab 15 – Kinetics I
4
September
28
29
30
October
1
2
8
9
15
16
22
23
29
30
5
6
12
13
19
20
26
27
Lab 16 – Kinetics II
October
5
6
7
Lab 17 – Equilibrium
October
12
13
14
Lab 18 – pH of Acids/Bases/Salts
October
19
20
21
Lab 19 – Buffers
October
26
27
28
Lab 20 – Titrations I: Strong Acids
November
2
3
4
Lab 21 – Titrations II: Weak Acids
November
9
10
11
Lab 22 – Thermo Lab
November
16
17
18
Lab Clean-up/Review
November
23
24
25
NO LABS – Thanksgiving Holiday
5
November
30
December
1
2
3
4
Extra Lab Week (Possible Make-up Lab) or Lab Final
December
7
8
9
ACS Final Week
6
10
11