CHM 290-General Chemistry Preparation, 3 cr.
Fall 2006
::Course Details::
Weekly Meetings
Lecture:
WTHR 104
Monday & Wednesday 7:30
Recitation: (CHM 290F)
Division 01 HEAV 123 Friday 9:30
02 HEAV 220 Friday 10:30
03 HEAV 123 Friday 12:30
04 WTHR 421 Friday 2:30
05 HEAV 123 Friday 3:30
Instructor:
Dr. Evonne Baldauff
baldauff@purdue.edu
IM: baldchem
Office hours by appointment.
Graduate Teaching Assistant:
Ms. Kelly Hotopp
khotopp@purdue.edu
Course Web Site:
http://www.chem.purdue.edu/CHM290E
Required Text:
Chemistry: The Molecular Structure of Matter and Change, 4th Edition
by M.S. Silberberg, ISBN: 0-07-255820-2
LAST DAY TO DROP A COURSE: OCTOBER 25th
::Course Prerequisites::
1 course in high school chemistry
algebra
::Course Purpose::
To prepare students for CHM 115 by thoroughly examining a variety of introductory
chemistry concepts and problem solving techniques.
Learning Goals (topics to be mastered):
Stoichiometry
Concentrations
Nomenclature
Gas Laws
Basic Bonding
Atomic Structure
Reaction Types
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::Course Policies::
1. Attendance
Lecture attendance is not mandatory, however it is highly encouraged. Because this
class is designed to prepare you for additional chemistry classes we will examine in
depth problems in lecture. While we recognize that 7:30 is not an ideal class time,
attendance should be a priority.
Recitation attendance is mandatory. The purpose of recitation is to ensure that you
have a full understanding of the material covered in lecture. If you miss more than 3
recitations you will be ineligible for any special borderline grade consideration.
2. Evaluation and Grading
Grades will be assigned at the end of the semester based on a straight scale (as CHM
115 does).
Point Breakdown
90-100% = A
10 Homework, 20 pts. each
= 200
80-90% = B
8 Quizzes, 30 pts. each
= 240
70-80% = C
3 Exams, 110 pts. each
= 330
60-70% = D
1 Final exam, 150 pts.
= 150
<60%
=F
1 Assignment, 30 pts.
= 30
Total Points Possible
= 950
Homework Assignments will be posted on the class web site. Assignments will be
collected during recitation. If at least 75% of the entire assignment is complete, 10 pts
will be awarded. From the assigned problems, one will be chosen for each recitation
section to be graded using the remaining 10 points. Homework will be collected
during the first 10 minutes of recitation. Assignments turned in between this time and
the end of recitation will receive 50% off the final grade. No assignments will be
collected after recitation has ended.
Quizzes will be given during recitation and will often be group oriented. The lowest
quiz grade will be dropped.
Exams will be held throughout the semester and will be compensated by 3 lectures
throughout the semester. Exams will be multiple choice but will also contain several
hand-graded problems.
Additional Assignments will include writing a paper, designing an educational tool, or
completing various challenge problems. (more details to follow)
3. Calculators
A simple scientific calculator is required for the class. You may not use graphing or
cell phone calculators on exams.
4. Excused Absences
The following are the ONLY reasons for which an absence from recitation, lecture, or
an exam may be excused. Appropriate documentation MUST be provided.
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i.) A serious illness requiring medical attention. The Instructor must be provided with a
doctor’s note.
ii.) Death of an immediate family member. The Instructor must be able to verify the
death and the student's attendance at the funeral services.
iii.) Travel as part of a recognized University organization. These travel plans must be
discussed with the Instructor AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE they occur. These absences
will not be handled after they occur.
Regardless of whether absences are excused or unexcused, each student is
responsible for all material in all parts of the course.
If you are absent, you will need to go to the General Chemistry Office (BRWN 1144)
and complete an absence form. Simply informing someone verbally is not sufficient.
Absence forms, and supporting documentation that verifies the reason for the
absence, must be completed and submitted to the Instructor within ONE WEEK of the
date of the absence.
5. Cheating
Cheating (including plagiarism) will be punished as described under University
guidelines in the Student Handbook. This is a very serious offense and in some cases
can lead to expulsion from the University.
Cheating includes (but is not limited to) copying from another person's paper and/or
possessing a written or electronic answers during an exam.
Penalties for such offenses can include a zero on the exercise, a failing grade in the
course, or a report to the Dean of Students Office which may result in further action.
6. Disability Accommodations
If you require accommodations to access course activities or materials, the
accommodations must be approved by Adaptive Programs*, Office of the Dean of
Students. To implement accommodations, you must follow the instructions listed as
"Responsibilities of the Student" in the letter prepared by Adaptive Programs. Bring this
letter to your instructor within the first three (3) weeks of the semester to discuss your
accommodations. If you have accommodations identified and approved during the
semester, you are encouraged to initiate a meeting with the Instructor to discuss the
accommodations within one (1) week of the date of the letter. Timely notification of
the Instructor is critical for timely implementation. (*The Adaptive Programs office is in
Student Services Annex1 (SSA1).
::Additional Resources::
1. Your TA! She is a very knowledgeable graduate student in the chemistry
department. If you have a question, see her during office hours.
2. The Chemistry Resource Room, WTHR 116
3. Chemistry Tutor List, available in BRWN 1144
4. Supplemental Instruction (SI), not available for CHM 290 but sessions are
held for most math classes
5. Free tutoring from WISP (Women in Science Programs)
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::Course Schedule::
Lecture
Recitation
Wk 1 A/21 Review Syllabus, Energy
A/23 Basic Problem Solving
A/25
Wk 2 A/28 Atomic Structure
A/30 Atomic Structure
S/1 Quiz 1
Wk 3 S/4 NO CLASS, Labor Day
S/6
Electron Configuration
S/8
Wk 4 S/11 Bonding
S/13 Bonding
S/15 Quiz 2
Wk 5 S/18 Naming
S/20 Lewis Structures
S/22 Quiz 3
Wk 6 S/25 LS & Hybridization
S/26 Exam 1-7:00, ME 161
S/27 NO CLASS
S/29
Wk 7 O/2 Reaction Types, Balancing
O/4 The Mole
O/6 Quiz 4
Wk 8 O/9 NO CLASS, Fall Break
O/11 Stoichiometry
O/13 Quiz 5
Wk 9 O/16 Stoichiometry
O/17 Exam 2-7:00, ME 161
O/18 NO CLASS
O/20
Wk 10 O/23 Stoichiometry
O/25 Solutions
O/27 Quiz 6
Wk 11O/30 Concentration
N/1 Concentration
N/3
Quiz 7
Wk 12 N/6 Exam 3-7:00, ME 161
N/6 Intro to Acids & Bases
N/8 Intro to Titrations
N/10
Wk 13 N/13 Titration Calculations
N/15 Intermolecular Forces
N/17 Quiz 8
Wk 14 N/20 Nanotechnology
N/22 NO CLASS
N/24 NO CLASS
Wk 15 N/27 Gas Laws
N/29 Gas Laws
D/1
Quiz 9
Wk 16 D/4 Molecular Shapes
D/6 Review
D/8
Wk 17
Final Exam (Cumulative) To Be Announced!