Department of Arts and Sciences Education
Chem 201/L – Course Syllabus
COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number
: Chem 201/L
2. Course Name
: General Inorganic Chemistry 1
3. Course Description
: This course covers introduction on atomic structure and chemical bonding,
the periodic system, kinetic theory of gases, structures and properties of liquids and solids, chemical
equations and chemistry of the elements studied by family pointing out correlation of structure and
properties. It also deals with study of solutions and colloids.
4. Pre-requisite
: BIO 202/L
5. Co-requisite
: none
6. Credit
: 3 units lec/2 units lab
7. Class/Lab Schedule
: 12 hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BS Psychology:
Three to five years after graduation, the BS Psychology graduates are expected to:
A. Apply knowledge and skills in psychology across potential opportunities for Psychology practices like
psychometrics, clinical psychology and other areas of psychology, business process outsourcing and other
office and non-office-related functions both in the local and international environment.
B. Demonstrate commitment towards continuing professional education such as pursuing graduate
degrees or other related programs and relevant trainings for upgrading competencies; and
C. Exemplify a sense of community involvement maximizing their knowledge and skills in the disciplines of
psychology.
9. Student Outcomes (SO) of BS Psychology and their links to PEO
PEO
Upon graduation, the graduates of BS Psychology will demonstrate the following:
A
B
C
The ability to engage in lifelong learning and understanding of the need to keep
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abreast of the developments in the specific field of practice.
The ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English
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and Filipino.
The ability to work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi✓
SOc*
cultural teams.
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Sod* A recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
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SOe* An appreciation of "Filipino historical and cultural heritage" (based on RA 7722)
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SOf Apply social science concepts and theories to the analysis of social issues;
Design and execute social science research using appropriate approaches
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and methods; and
Practice professional and ethical standards in the fields of social sciences
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and communication
Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze the major theories and
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concepts in psychology (knowledge in psychology)
Demonstrate and apply the methods of psychological inquiry in building
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knowledge on local culture and context (psychological research)
Demonstrate and apply psychological theories and methods in personal and
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professional setting (application of psychology)
Demonstrate capability for self-reflection and independent learning in
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graduate education or in a professional context (independent learning)
Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in research and practice in
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✓
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Psychology (ethics)
Demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relationship with colleagues, clients
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Son
and others (interpersonal skills) in diverse cultural setting.
Demonstrate the ability to conduct psychological assessments and evaluation
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SOo
(psychological assessment)
An ability to participate in various types of employment, development
✓
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✓
SOp activities, and public discourses particularly in response to the needs of the
communities one serves.
Note: * SO being addressed in this course
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10. COURSE OUTCOMES (CO) of BIO 202L and their links to SO
Upon completion of the course, the DASE students
are expected to:
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1. Classify matter according to
characteristics, properties, use of
materials based on their properties,
measurement of matter and understand
the nature of science.
2. Understand the atomic structure, its
electronic properties, and examine the
organization of the periodic table in which
elements are put in order of increasing
atomic number and grouped by chemical
similarity.
3. Understand the energetics of forming
ionic and covalent substances and name
ionic and covalent compounds.
4. Write and interpret balanced equations
and recognize prohibited drugs and its
reactions to human health.
5. Analyze and solve molecular weights,
formula weights, apply the mole concept
and balance redox reactions.
6. Distinguish the characteristics of the
gases, liquids and solids, analyze and
solve gas laws and understand its
application in real life situations.
7. Describe the general properties,
structure, functions and importance of
colloids and solutions.
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= INTRODUCTORY (This course introduces students to the indicated SO)
= ENABLING (This course enables the students to eventually achieve the indicated SO
= DEMONSTRATIVE (This course requires students to demonstrate the achievement of indicated SO)
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Chem 201/L – Course Syllabus
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL
OBJECTIVES
VISION: By 2022, a globally recognized
institution providing quality, affordable and
open education.
MISSION: To provide a dynamic and
supportive academic environment through
the highest standards of instruction,
research and extension in a non-sectarian
institution committed to democratizing
access to education.
VALUES: Excellence, Honesty and Integrity,
Innovation and Teamwork
CORE COMPETENCY: “Quality affordable
open education”
A. Apply knowledge and skills in
psychology
across
potential
opportunities
for
Psychology
practices
like
psychometrics,
clinical psychology and other areas
of psychology, business process
outsourcing and other office and
non-office-related functions both in
the
local
and
international
environment.
B. Demonstrate commitment towards
continuing professional education
such as pursuing graduate degrees
or other related programs and
relevant trainings for upgrading
competencies; and
C. Exemplify a sense of community
involvement
maximizing
their
knowledge and skills in the
disciplines of psychology.
PROGRAM INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
The ability to engage in lifelong learning and understanding of
the need to keep abreast of the developments in the specific
field of practice.
The ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using
both English and Filipino.
The ability to work effectively and independently in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
A recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
An appreciation of "Filipino historical and cultural heritage"
(based on RA 7722)
Apply social science concepts and theories to the analysis of
social issues;
Design and execute social science research using appropriate
approaches and methods; and
Practice professional and ethical standards in the fields of
social sciences and communication.
Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze the major
theories and concepts in psychology (knowledge in
psychology).
Demonstrate and apply the methods of psychological inquiry in
building knowledge on local culture and context (psychological
research)
Demonstrate and apply psychological theories and methods in
personal and professional setting (application of psychology).
Demonstrate capability for self-reflection and independent
learning in graduate education or in a professional context
(independent learning).
Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in research
and practice in Psychology (ethics).
Demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relationship with
colleagues, clients and others (interpersonal skills) in diverse
cultural setting.
Demonstrate the ability to conduct psychological assessments
and evaluation (psychological assessment).
An ability to participate in various types of employment,
development activities, and public discourses particularly in
response to the needs of the communities one serves.
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COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Classify matter according to
characteristics, properties, use of materials
based on their properties, measurement of
matter and understand the nature of
science.
2. Understand the atomic structure, its
electronic properties, and examine the
organization of the periodic table in which
elements are put in order of increasing
atomic number and grouped by chemical
similarity.
3. Understand the energetics of forming
ionic and covalent substances and name
ionic and covalent compounds.
4. Write and interpret balanced equations
and recognize prohibited drugs and its
reactions to human health.
5. Analyze and solve molecular weights,
formula weights, apply the mole concept
and balance redox reactions.
6. Distinguish the characteristics of the
gases, liquids, and solids, analyze and
solve gas laws and understand its
application in real life situations.
7.Describe the general properties,
structure, functions and importance of
colloids and solutions.
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11. CO and Assessment Task Alignment
Assessment Task
Theory-based
Practicebased
CO
CO1
CO2
CO3
CO4
CO5
CO6
CO7
1. Classify matter according
to characteristics, properties,
use of materials based on
their properties,
measurement of matter and
understand the nature of
science.
2. Understand the atomic
structure, its electronic
properties, and examine the
organization of the periodic
table in which elements are
put in order of increasing
atomic number and grouped
by chemical similarity.
3. Understand the
energetics of forming ionic
and covalent substances
and name ionic and covalent
compounds.
4. Write and interpret
balanced equations and
recognize prohibited drugs
and its reactions to human
health.
5. Analyze and solve
molecular weights, formula
weights, apply the mole
concept and balance redox
reactions.
6. Distinguish the
characteristics of the gases,
liquids and solids, analyze
and solve gas laws and
understand its application in
real life situations.
7. Describe the general
properties, structure,
functions and importance of
colloids and solutions.
Assessment
Schedule
Coverage
1st Exam
Topics I-II
2nd Exam
Topic III
3rd Exam
Topic IV
4th Exam
Topic V
Multiple Choice
Exam
5th Exam
Topic VI
Multiple Choice
Exam
6th Exam
Topic VII
7th Exam
Topic VIII
Multiple Choice
Exam
Multiple Choice
Exam
Supply
Test
Multiple Choice
Exam
Multiple Choice
Exam
Multiple Choice
Exam
Supply
Test
Supply
Test
*Note: Final assessment will be a comprehensive examination (from first topic to the last).
12. Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)
Assess
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Assessm
Coverage
Details
Schedul
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e
You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge in the
different fields of chemistry, the nature of science, its
First
importance and applications. You are expected to understand
Chapter 1 -3
MCQ
Exam
the classification of matter, its properties and the changes it
undergoes. You are also expected to perform calculations on
measurements using dimensional analysis.
You are expected to demonstrate deep knowledge on the
Second
Chapter 4-5
MCQ
molecular structure of matter. It is also expected that you are
Exam
able to perform calculations on electronic configuration. You
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Third
Exam
Chapter 6
MCQ
Fourth
Exam
Chapter 7
MCQ
Fifth
Exam
Chapter 8
MCQ
Sixth
Exam
Chapter
9 – 10
MCQ
Seventh
Exam
Chapter 11
MCQ
Eight
Exam
Chapter
1 - 13
MCQ
are expected to know the trends and characteristics of
elements. It is expected of you to know the various applications
of the elements.
You are expected to exhibit knowledge on ions and how to
name compounds. It is also expected that you can draw Lewis
dot structures of compounds.
You are expected to perform calculations on the concepts of
mole and mass ratios, molecular mass, empirical formulas and
percentage composition. It is also expected that you can
balance chemical equations. It is essential that you can show
wide understanding on the nature of substances such as
prohibited drugs.
You are expected to perform calculations on stoichoimetry and
redox reactions.
You are expected to show deep understanding on the
properties of solids, liquids and gases. You are expected to
perform calculations on word problems regarding gas laws.
You are expected to know the nature of solutions its properties
and reactions.
You are expected to fully show deep understanding on the
nature of substances in its molecular level and the changes it
undergo. You are also expected to perform calculations
accurately on word problems. This is designed to assess your
deep knowledge on Chemistry.
13. Assessment Task Details (Practice/Performance-based)
Assessment
Schedule
First Exam
Assessment
Task
Coverage
Act. 1-3
Lab. Exam
Second
Exam
Act. 4-6
Lab. Exam
Third Exam
Act. 7-9
Lab. Exam
Fourth Exam
Comprehen
sive
Lab. Exam
Lab. Exam
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Details
You are expected to correctly record measurements for
length, mass, volume, and temperature, to state the
uncertainty in a measurement obtained from a metric
ruler, balance, graduated cylinder, pipet, buret, and
thermometer, to round off non-significant digits correctly
when adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
laboratory data. Also, you should be able to demonstrate
skill in performing laboratory procedures and be able to
state the precautions regarding laboratory safety.
You are expected to determine the density of
substances and be able to performing the following
experimental procedures such as pipetting a liquid,
weighing by difference, and determining a volume by
displacement. Also, you are expected to construct a
graph and plotting data points, determine the freezing
point of a compound from a graph of temperature versus
time and determine the melting points of a known and
unknown compound.
You are expected to describe the physical attributes of
several elements and be able to perform demonstrate
changes of state among substances such as sublimation
and deposition, boiling point and melting point.
You are expected to show crystallization of a
supersaturated solution, solubility of solid solutes in
various solvents, miscibility of water and various
solvents and demonstrate proficiency in pipetting and
evaporating a solution to dryness. Also, be able to show
skills in preparing and developing a paper
chromatogram.
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14. COURSE COVERAGE
TIME
FRAME
Week
1-3
TOPICS
TLA
ORIENTATION
1. UM Vision, Mission and Values
2. Policies and Guidelines of UM
3. Illustration of grade computation
4. Orientation on Laboratory
Guidelines, Emergency and
Evacuation Plans
Lecture
Group Dynamics
I.INTRODUCTION
1. History and Development of
Chemistry
2. Branches of Chemistry
3. Scientific Method
4. Relevance of Chemistry
Student’s Handbook
Lecture
Board work
II. MEASUREMENT IN CHEMISTRY
1. Units of Measurement
2. Scientific Notation
3. Measured Numbers and
Significant Figures
4. Prefixes and Inequalities
5. Writing Conversion Factors
6. Density
7. Temperature
8. Specific Heat
9. Specific Gravity
Week 45
Required Readings
Bauer, R.C., Birk, J.P. &
Marks,
P.S.
(2016).
Introductory to chemistry.
New York: McGraw Hill
III. MATTER AND ENERGY
1. Classification of Matter
2. States of Matter
3. Law of Conservation of
Matter/Mass and Energy
4. Chemical & Physical Properties
5. Chemical & Physical Changes
6. Composition of Matter
7. Energy and Nutrition
FIRST EXAMINATION
IV. STRUCTURE OF MATTER
1. Atomic Theory
Lecture
2. Fundamental particles
Board Work
3. Atomic Number
Group Activity
4. Atomic Mass
Chapter Quiz
5. Mass Number
6. Isotopes
7. Electronic Structure
8. Electron Configuration
V. PERIODIC TABLE OF ELEMENTS
1. Brief History of the Periodic Table
2. Periods, Groups and Families
3. Types of Elements
4. Periodic Trends of Elements
5. Metallic Properties
6. Atomic size/Atomic Radii
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Week
6-7
Week 8
-9
Week
10-11
Week
12-13
7. Ionization energy
8. Uses of Common elements
SECOND EXAMINATION
VI. CHEMICAL BONDING
1. Molecules
Lecture
2. Stability of the Atom
Oral recitation
3. Symbols and Formulas
Board Work
4. Electron-Dot Structure/ Lewis
Group Activity
Structure
Chapter Quiz
5. Octet Rule and Ions
Laboratory Activity
6. Formation of Ionic Compounds
No.1 - 3
7. Naming of Ionic compounds
1st
8. Polyatomic ions
Laboratory
9. Covalent Compounds
Practical Exam
10. Organic Compounds
THIRD EXAMINATION
VII. CHEMICAL QUANTITIES &
REACTIONS OF INORGANIC &
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
1. The Mole
2. Molar Mass
3. Percent Composition
4. Empirical Formula
5. Molecular Formula
6. Equations for Chemical Reactions
7. Balancing a Chemical Reaction
8. Types of Reactions
9. Prohibited Drugs and Therapeutic
Drugs
FOURTH EXAMINATION
VIII. OXIDATION-REDUCTION
Laboratory Activity
REACTION
No. 4 - 6
1. Oxidation Numbers
Laboratory Activity
2. Oxidation- Reduction
2nd Laboratory
3. Oxidizing Agents and Reducing
Exam
Agents
4. Balancing Redox Equations
Lecture
5. Importance of OxidationBoard work
Reduction Reactions
Oral recitation
6. Stoichiometry
FIFTH EXAMINATION
IX. STRUCTURES OF SOLIDS AND
LIQUIDS
Lecture
Board work
1. Kinetic-Molecular Description of
Oral recitation
Liquids and Solids
Group Activity
2. Intermolecular Attractions and
Chapter Quiz
Phase Changes
Laboratory Activity
3. Viscosity
No. 7 - 9
4. Surface Tension
3rd Laboratory
5. Capillarity Action
Exam
6. Evaporation
7. Vapour Pressure
8. Boiling Points and Distillation
9. Heat Transfer
The Solid State
10. Melting Point
11. Heat Transfer Involving Solids
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Bauer, R.C., Birk, J.P. &
Marks, P.S. (2016).
Introductory to chemistry.
New York: McGraw Hill
Bauer, R.C., Birk, J.P. &
Marks, P.S. (2016).
Introductory to chemistry.
New York: McGraw Hill
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Week
14-15
Week
16-18
12. Sublimation and the Vapor
Pressure of Solids.
13. Amorphous and Crystalline Solids
14. Structures of Crystals
15. Bonding in Solids
SIXTH EXAMINATION
X. GASES & THE KINETIC
MOLECULAR THEORY
Lecture
1. General Properties of Gases
Board work
2. Gas Pressure
Oral recitation
3. Gas Laws
Group Activity
a) Dalton’s Law
Chapter Quiz
b) Charles’ Law
c) Gay-Lussac’s Law
d) Combined Gas Law
e) Dalton’s Law
f) Graham’s Law
g) Henry’s Law
h) Molar Gas Volumes
i) Ideal Gas Law
Bauer, R.C., Birk, J.P. &
Marks, P.S. (2016).
Introductory to chemistry.
New York: McGraw Hill
XI. SOLUTIONS
1. General Properties
2. Factors Affecting Solubility
3. Importance of Solutions
4. Strength of Solutions
5. Special Properties of Solution
6. Isotonic, Hypotonic, & Hypertonic
Solution
7. Colligative Properties of Solutions
8. Molality and Mole Fraction
9. Electrolytes & Non-electrolytes
SEVENTH EXAMINATION
XII. COLLOIDS
Lab. Activity No.
1. General Properties
10-13
2. Size of Particles
Lecture
3. Adsorption
Board work
4. Electrical Charge
Oral recitation
5. Tyndall Effect
Group Activity
6. Brownian Movement
Chapter Quiz
7. Hydrophilic and hydrophobic
Colloids
Laboratory Activity
8. Gels and Sols
4th Laboratory
9. Emulsions
Exam
10. Importance of Colloids
XIII. ACIDS, BASES, & SALTS
1. Properties of acids, Bases & Salts
2. Acid-Base Titrations
3. Aqueous Acid-Base Properties of
Salt Solution
4. Importance of Acids, Bases, and
Salts
5. Buffer Solutions
FINAL EXAMINATION
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15.
REFERENCES
a.
b.
c.
d.
16.
Bauer, R.C., Birk, J.P. & Marks, P.S. (2016). Introductory to chemistry. New York: McGraw Hill
Mader, S.S., & Windelspecht, M. (2015). Essentials of biology (4th ed.). New York : McGraw Hill.
Mikhalev, V. (Ed.). (2015). Advanced research in genetics. New York, NY : Delve Pub.
Rodwell, V.W., Bender, D.A., Botham, K.M., Kennelly, P.J., & Weil, P.A. (2015). Harper’s illustrated
biochemistry (30th ed.). New York : McGraw Hill.
EVALUATION
Assessment Methods
Weights
LECTURE 30%
EXAMINATIONS
1st to 3rd Exam
30%
4th
40%
Exam
CLASS PARTICIPATIONS
Quizzes/Assignments/Participation
10%
Research/Projects/Requirements
Total
20%
100%
LABORATORY 70%
EXAMINATIONS
17.
1st Exam
15%
2nd
15%
Exam
Final Exam
Quizzes
40%
10%
Experiments/ Activities/Field Works
TOTAL
20%
100%
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
1. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.
2. A validated student identification card must always by worn be all students while attending classes.
3. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is called
for at all times.
4. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. PRESCRIBED PRC
CALCULATORS are allowed during EXAMINATIONS.
5. Base-15 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.
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References reviewed by:
KARYN CHRISLENE A. VITOR
Faculty
CLARISSA R. DONAYRE, MSLS
Chief Learning Information
Reviewed by:
Recommending approval:
REX L. SARVIDA, MS
Math and Natural Sciences Discipline Head
RUSSEL J. APORBO, MEAL
Assistant Dean
LOUISEE NOREEN T. TAPIZ, RPsy, MPsy
Psychology, Program Head
GINA FE G. ISRAEL, EdD
Dean of College
Approved by:
PEDRITO M. CASTILLO II, EdD
AVP, Learning Innovation and Design
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