CHEMISTRY 11: The Periodic Table
Course Syllabus
Instructor
Office Hours
Prof. Wei Wang
 wei-wang@ucsd.edu
Wed., 9:30AM-10:30AM
(same zoom link as the lecture)
Teaching Assistants
Jubilee Munozvilla
John Lopp
 jmunozvilla@ucsd.edu
 jjlopp@ucsd.edu
Mon., 11am-1pm
Wed., 10am-11am
For course-related e-mails: Please use your UCSD e-mail account and include Chem11 in the subject title.
Lectures and Discussions: Zoom Lectures and Discussions will be RECORDED and available in
Canvas
Lecture A00
TuTh 11:00am-12:20 pm
https://ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwof-morD8pH9bA_QglGZYTwZLOEAtyNQBd passcode: ChEm11Fa21
Discussion A01-A03
Jubilee Munozvilla
zoom ID: 975 755 8396
Discussion A04-A06
John Lopp
zoom ID: 920 3338 6775
Discussion sections begin the second week of classes. You are expected to attend the section in which you
are registered.
Course Description
Chemistry 11 is the first course of a three-quarter general-organic-bio-chemistry introductory-level sequence for nonscience majors. The primary goals of this course are for you to understand the nature of science through the
perspective of this central field; to gain exposure to common chemical language, principles, and applications that
underlie our physical and biological world; and to develop an appreciation of chemistry in contemporary society and
issues of both local and global contexts. We will explore matter – from atoms of elements to chemical compounds to
the bulk phase – and key physical and chemical transformations that impact you and your lifestyle on a daily basis.
Because chemistry bridges the macroscopic and microscopic scales, a fundamental knowledge of mathematics is
required; we will assume familiarity with scientific notation, simple algebra, and graphical representation. Otherwise,
there are no pre-requisites/co-requisites for this course.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
• use correctly the language of chemistry (nomenclature, terminology, and symbolic representations);
• understand and apply chemical facts, concepts, and models, as a foundation to organize further chemical
knowledge and to understand aspects of the physical and biological world;
• visualize the structure of matter and its reactions at the atomic and molecular (microscopic) level and
comprehend how these lead to the properties and behavior of bulk matter;
• master qualitative and quantitative problem solving skills;
• employ scientific process skills through active engagement in chemical experiments.
Learning Resources: Materials and Media
Website:
The course web site is available from Canvas. Canvas is the standard UCSD method for distribution of
lecture notes, grades, exam answer keys and general information. It is your responsibility to check
Canvas on a regular basis.
Text:
John McMurray, David S. Ballantine, Carl A. Hoeger, and Virginia E. Peterson, Fundamentals of
General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry, 8th Ed., Pearson Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle, NJ (2016).*
If you elect to use an earlier edition of the text, it is your responsibility to reconcile the differences between
assigned homework, readings, etc. Chapter summaries, study hints, self-tests and detailed answers to
selected problems can be found in the accompanying Study Guide and Selected Solutions Manual. *
UCSD Custom Loose Leaf, Vol 1, 2nd Ed. (Chs.1-11 w/ Mastering Chemistry) is available at the Bookstore.
Mastering Chemistry Access Kit: Available at the UCSD Bookstore (packaged with the custom textbook), or you can
purchase it online at http://www.pearsoncustom.com/ca/ucsd_chem4/ (the best deal for UCSD
students). All homework will be assigned, performed, and graded on this site. See registration
instruction file on Canvas. COURSE ID: wang56253.
‘i<Clicker’ Student Response System: Available for purchase at the UCSD Bookstore. To register your clicker, link to
the “Register Your i>clicker Remote ID” tab on the course menu of Canvas. You are responsible for
bringing your i-clicker to every class. Not required for remote classes.
Calculator: An inexpensive, non-graphing, non-programmable scientific calculator capable of scientific notation,
logarithms, and basic arithmetic (see Policies). Among acceptable calculator models are the Texas
Instruments TI-30X series, or Hewlett Packard (HP) 10S or 30S.
Course Approach: InterACTIVE Teaching and Learning
This course will comprise a series of interactive lectures and problem-based sessions that incorporate collaborative
activities designed to help you engage actively in the learning process, to develop your abilities to analyze and apply
your chemical knowledge, and to encourage peer discussion and feedback. Outside the classroom environment, you
will use the MasteringChemistry online homework system to guide you along a personal learning trajectory that
emphasizes problem-solving and skill building. These homework sets are in no way limiting; you are encouraged to
work through additional chapter problems as well as the weekly discussion worksheets. “There is no other way to
learn chemistry than to practice it (H. Sevian)”. Ultimately, your full preparation for and participation in each class
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will be an essential component of your success in Chem 11.
Evaluation of Student Performance
Your final course grade will be based on the following efforts and assessments:
Lecture participation (Optional but Strongly Encouraged): Class attendance is voluntary, but as an extra incentive
to be active as learners, your participation in the individual and collaborative learning activities that are a component of
each lecture will contribute to your final grade for non-online classes. For non-online lectures will be interspersed with
i-clicker questions; starting in Week 2 of the quarter, you will receive credit for participation regardless of the
correctness of your answer(s). Periodically, I will also distribute and collect questionnaires and other forms of
classroom assessments. You will not be allowed to make up missed points, but 3 grace days are allotted, should you
be absent from class, forget your i-clicker, or have battery issues. Overall, i-clickers are used solely for bonus points: if
you elect to participate in lectures only part of the time or not at all, you will not be penalized; rather, your final exam
will be weighted from 30-40% of your final grade. For remote classes, iClicker is not required and there is no
participation credit.
Review session at the beginning of each lecture (starting from week 2): At the beginning of each lecture, a group
of students will review the materials covered in the previous lecture. Participation of this review session is voluntary
and participants will receive one extra credit.
Pre-readings and Homework: Keeping with the pace of assigned readings and lectures, weekly assignments must
be completed using MasteringChemistry before the noted deadlines. Late assignments will receive partial credit
only. To help prepare you for these individual homework exercises, you will work through similar problems with your
TA and peers in discussion section.
Interactive Discussions: Short, inquiry-based, ‘hands on’ activities highlighting common chemical concepts will be
conducted in discussion sections.
Exams: Three multiple-choice exams will be administered during the quarter: two equally weighted in-class tests (on
Weeks 4 and 8), and a cumulative final exam. Lecture material and reading assignments/problem sets will serve as the
basis for exam questions.
FINAL GRADE SUMMARY:
Weekly homework
Two Midterms (15% each)
Comprehensive Final Exam
30%
30%
40%
Important Course and University-Wide Policies
Determination of Course Grade: An absolute, criterion-referenced (rather than relative) grading system is applied
in this course. It is intended that course grades reflect mastery of specific knowledge and skills, as delineated by the
learning outcomes emphasized in lectures, sections, and homework. A student can calculate her/his grade at any time
during the academic quarter using the scheme outlined above, and the performance scale below. The letter grade for
the course will be determined after the final scores have been tabulated. As a rough guide, the following letter grade
assignments will be used: A (90% and above); B (76-89%); C (60-75%); D (50-59%); F (< 50%). Plus (+) and minus () grades will be awarded. Any grade adjustments will be made by the instructor at the end of the quarter.
Absences: There will be NO make-up exams. Only students with a (1) signed letter of conflict from a UCSD official,
(2) confirmation of serious illness from a registered medical practitioner, or (3) bona fide family emergency may miss
an in-class test.
Re-grades: All graded materials should be examined immediately upon return. If there appears to be an error in
grading of any course material, please contact your TA or the Instructor. Requests for re-grading must be received
within one calendar week of the return of the graded item; grade adjustments will not be made after this time.
Point additions do not constitute re-grades and may be turned in for consideration any time before the end of Week 9.
Examinations: A comprehensive list of test-taking policies will be distributed prior to each test, but to summarize a
few important points:
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Student Identification: Students are required to display a valid UCSD identification card to take an exam. Your
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eight-digit student number must be recorded on all exam booklets and bubble sheets.
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Calculators: Any calculator that is capable of displaying text or graphics (e.g. graphing or programmable
calculators) is strictly forbidden for use in exams. Calculators may not be shared.
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Smart/Cell Phones, PDAs and other Electronic Equipment (including iPods): Students are not allowed to
have any electronic equipment (other than a calculator or a watch) on their possession during quizzes or exams.
Such equipment must be turned off and left at the front of the exam room.
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Dress Code: No hats or hoods are to be worn during exams.
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Tardiness: If you arrive late to an exam, you will not be allowed to sit for the remainder of the exam period if
another student has already submitted their exam and left the room.
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Re-entry to Exam Room: No re-entry to the exam room is allowed once a student has submitted their exam.
Any student who requests to use the toilet facilities will be accompanied by an exam proctor.
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Questions during Exams: Any student who considers that there is an error in an exam question should raise
his/her hand to attract the attention of a TA/proctor. The TA will not provide any interpretation pertaining to an
exam question but will bring the issue to the Instructor and any correction, if necessary, will be written on the
board at the front of the exam room.
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Exam Booklets: Exam booklets may not be removed from the examination room. They will be returned to
students once the grades have been posted.
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Answer/Bubble Sheets: Each student is responsible for filling out all of the pertinent information on his/her
answer/bubble sheet before submitting it at the end of an exam. Bubble sheets will not be returned, so you are
encouraged to circle your selections on your exam booklets for reference.
UCSD Policy for Final Exams: A student must take the final exam in order to receive a grade for a course. If
you have an “official conflict” that prevents you from taking the exam at the regularly scheduled time, see the Instructor
immediately. If you miss, or expect to miss the final exam for any other reason, you must petition for the grade of INC,
which can only be granted under special circumstances (for example, documented illness).
Academic Integrity: “Integrity of scholarship is essential for an academic community.” The University expects that
both faculty and students will honor this principle and in so doing protect the validity of our intellectual work. As the
Course Instructor, I am committed to upholding the integrity of students’ efforts, by being explicit with course
expectations and policies, and by reducing opportunities for academic misconduct. In turn, it is the responsibility of
each student to fully engage in the class and its related assignments for the purpose of learning, to complete all
academic work in the manner expected, and to inform me of suspected instances of academic misconduct by peers.
The Policy on Integrity of Scholarship (see link below) and this syllabus list some of the standards by which you, as a
student, are expected to complete your academic work. In short, “No student shall engage in any activity that
involves attempting to receive a grade by means other than honest effort.” Dishonesty includes, but is not limited
to: knowingly procuring, providing, or accepting any unauthorized material that contains questions or answers to any
examination or assignment to be given at a subsequent time; plagiarizing or copying the work of another person;
allowing others to copy from you; completing in part or in total any test or assignment for another person; employing
forms of communication or aids – such as cheat sheets or information loaded into a calculator or other electronic
device - excluded by the instructor in undertaking any course work; claiming credit for work that has been altered after
grading, or submitted in another class. These policies apply to all forms of coursework and assessments –
submitted lecture responses, online homework, projects, and exams.
In accordance with university policy (see: http://www-senate.ucsd.edu/manual/appendices/app2.htm#AP14), all cases
of suspected integrity violations will be reported to the Academic Integrity Office. Students found to have committed
academic misconduct will face administrative sanctions imposed by their College Dean of Student Affairs and
academic sanctions imposed by me, the Course Instructor. Standard administrative sanctions include the creation of a
disciplinary record (which will be checked by professional and graduate schools), attendance at a AI Seminar,
academic probation and possible suspension or dismissal from the university. Academic sanctions can range from an
F on an assignment or exam to an F in the class.
General Comments on Scholarly Conduct: Disruptive or disrespectful behaviors in lectures or discussion sections
are not conducive to a positive learning environment, which we – the Instructor and students - are each expected to
cultivate in all course interactions. Please arrive to class on time, silence all electronic devices, be attentive (put away
cell phones, ipods, newspapers, etc.), use laptops for note taking only, and treat others with courtesy. The same
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standards should be upheld in all electronic forums associated with the class. Be sure to use proper language and
salutations on e-mails and the discussion board. Thank you and let’s have fun!
Academic Accommodations: Please notify the instructor immediately (and no later than the end of Week 2 of
instruction) if you require classroom or exam accommodations. Students requesting accommodations must provide
the appropriate documentation: in the case of a disability, a current Authorization for Accommodation (AFA) letter
issued by the UCSD Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD); for anticipated travel conflicts associated with student
athletics, an official class absence notification letter from UCSD’s Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR); and for a
bona fide religious conflict, a written statement (including religious affiliation) by the student. All requests for
accommodations must be received at least 5 days prior to an exam.
Additional Course Resources
Undergraduate Student Affairs, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (York Hall 4010)
Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM-4:00 PM; E-mail: chemadvising@ucsd.edu
Computer Laboratories (See Academic Computing and Media Services website)
Price Center Sun God Lounge (Open Hours), Geisel Library (see below)
Geisel Library Front Desk
Monday – Friday, 8:00AM-Midnight; Saturday 10:00AM-6:00 PM, Sunday Noon-Midnight.
Copies of the course textbook and accompanying Student Solutions Manual have been placed on reserve on the
2nd Floor of Geisel Library. You may also wish to consult other introductory chemistry texts to read different
explanations or attempt other practice problems.
Tips for Success in Chem 11
Your success in this course will depend on your willingness to work.
• Prepare for class. You will get much more out of each lecture if you have read the associated material in
advance.
• Attend and participate in lectures: listen, ask questions, share your ideas, engage with your peers, and take
notes that you can later assimilate with the lecture pdfs.
• Review your notes after each class. If you need clarifications, re-read the corresponding sections of the
textbook, and/or come to office hours, post your question(s) on Canvas, or have them addressed by the
Instructor/TA before/after the next lecture.
• Attend your weekly discussion section; it is your principle means for outside help and smaller-group
interactions. In section, the TA will review questions from the lectures and readings, and work with you on
problems similar to those on the homework and exams.
• Although reading is important, do not confuse it with studying or comprehending the material. Your knowledge
and understanding will be tested and developed through problem solving. So don’t procrastinate - allow
yourself time to complete the online homework each week.
• Use the Mastering Chemistry study tools (including the hints embedded within questions!); they are designed
to help you learn the material and to identify and correct common errors and/or misconceptions.
• Attend office hours – bring your questions, or come and just listen to other student’s questions.
• If you find yourself falling behind or getting discouraged, please reach out to the instructor and/or TA(s) so that
we can help you.
Ultimately, science is happening all around us – impacting our daily lives in ever-increasing ways. As citizens, it is
important that we appreciate and understand how science and scientists work, so that we are able to judge the risks
and enjoy the benefits of scientific advances, as they pertain to our personal, professional, or civic experiences. The
intellectual skills you develop this quarter should allow you to share in “the adventures of science” far beyond the realm
of this course, and regardless of your current or future pursuits.
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Lecture Schedule (* Any topic changes will be announced in class and on Canvas)
Week 1
1
(Th) Sep. 23
Week 2
2
3
(Tu) Sep. 28
(Th) Sep. 30
4
(Tu) Oct. 5
5
(Th) Oct. 7
6
(Tu) Oct. 12
7
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8
9
10
11
12
13
(Th) Oct. 14
(Tu) Oct. 19
(Th) Oct. 21
(Tu) Oct. 26
(Th) Oct. 28
(Tu) Nov. 2
(Th) Nov. 4
(Tu) Nov. 9
Week 9
14
**
15
(Tu) Nov. 16
(Th) Nov. 18
(Tu) Nov. 23
Week 10
16
17
(Tu) Nov. 30
(Th) Dec. 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Finals Week
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Lecture Topic
Chemistry: The Big Picture
What’s (the) Matter?
Making Measurements
Making Measurements
Atoms
The Periodic Table of the Elements,
Electronic Structure of Atoms
Ions, Ionic Bonds and Ionic Compounds
Ionic Compounds: Names and Properties
Covalent Bonds
Lewis Structures, The Shapes of Molecules
EXAM 1
Guest lecture: Elements in the human body
Molecules: Names and Properties
Chemical Reactions: Mass Balance
Types of Chemical Reactions
Chemical Reactions: Mole & Mass Relationships
Mole & Mass Relationships
Chemical Reactions, Reaction Spontaneity
Reaction Rates, Chemical Equilibrium
EXAM 2
Chemical Equilibrium, Intermolecular Forces &
Changes of State
Gases, Liquids and Solids
Liquids and Solids, Solutions
Readings
Ch1; 1.1-1.9
Ch1; 1.9-1.10
Ch1; 1.11-1.12
Ch2; 2.1
Ch2; 2.1-2.8
Ch2; 2.9,
Ch3; 3.1-3.5
Ch3; 3.6-3.10
Ch4, 4.1-4.5
Ch4, 4.6-4.8
Chapters 1-3.5
Ch4; 4.9-4.11
Ch5; 5.1-5.4
Ch5; 5.5-5.7
Ch6; 6.1-6.2
Ch6; 6.3-6.5
Ch7; 7.1-7.4
Ch7; 7.5-7.9
Chapters 3.6-6.4
Ch8; 8.1-8.4
Ch8; 8.5-8.11
Ch8; 8.12-8.14;
Ch9, 9.1-9.5
Comprehensive Final Exam, 11:30AM-2:29PM (online)
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