CHEM& 110
INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
Spring 2015
Class meets:
Lecture meets M (6:00 PM-8:50 PM), T (6:00 PM-7:00 PM)
Lab meets T (7:10PM-9:00 PM)
Instructor:
Leo Keenan M.Ed., M.Tech.
Office: Building 29, Adjunct Offices
Office Hours: by appointment
Phone and Voice-Mail: (253) 380-9224 (cell)
Email: lkeenan@tacomacc.edu or lksquatch@gmail.com (emergency)
Required Texts:
1—Chem In Your World, by Melvin Joesten and John Hogg, Brooks/Cole, 2011
2--Discovering Chemistry: A Laboratory Manual, by Chemistry Staff
In addition: You will be required to have a pocket calculator with basic mathematical functions and a bound lab
notebook of the type shown in class. Calculators with built-in conversions will not be allowed for use in quizzes or
exams.
Optional Texts: STUDENT GUIDE and SELECTED SOLUTIONS MANUAL, by J. Laurino
Prerequisites:
1-- MATH-095 or higher, or TMATH-100 (May be taken concurrently).
2--College level reading and writing.
Chemistry is a basic science that relates to everything around us and to everything we do. In this introductory
chemistry course, we will study the nature of matter, its interactions and changes. Topics include atomic theory,
bonding properties and reactions of matter, nomenclature, the metric system, the scientific method, and applications
of chemistry to everyday life. This course includes a mandatory laboratory. It is intended for students who have not
previously completed a course in chemistry.
Course Objectives: This course is concerned with learning some of the basics of chemistry and how chemistry is
performed in the study of matter and its changes. In addition, we will look at how we use chemistry, and how it
affects us, in our daily lives. The objectives for this class include developing the abilities to:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
The numbers in parentheses refer to the College-wide Outcome Abilities.
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Work safely in the laboratory and demonstrate the basics of safe chemical use and disposal (4, 5)
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Collect and analyze experimental data (4, 5)
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Work as a member of a team to perform chemistry experiments and to present the results (4, 5)
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Relate classroom and laboratory experiences to phenomena outside the classroom (1, 5)
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Describe the process of science (2)
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Use the metric system in measurements and calculations (5)
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Explain the atomic nature of matter (3)
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Describe the basic atomic structure, including subatomic particles (3)
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Use the periodic table to predict atomic properties and trends (3)
10. Explain how atoms form ionic and covalent bonds (3)
11. Name simple compounds from formulas and write formulas from compound names
12. Write and interpret chemical equations and perform stoichiometric calculations
13. Explain macroscopic behaviors of substances using the properties of atoms and molecules (3)
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Course Objectives (Cont.):
14. Define oxidation and reduction in terms of a transfer of electrons and recognize simple redox reactions
15. Identify acids and bases and use pH to characterize solutions
16. Recognize a few classes of organic compounds and explain the role of functional groups in their chemical and
physical properties
17. Recognize the major classes of compounds found in living organisms and explain their structures and functions
According to the college guidelines for course syllabi, all syllabi must contain the Degree Learning
Outcomes which can be found at: http://www.tacomacc.edu/catalog/11-12catalog/1422.htm , and the
Program Learning Outcomes which can be found at: http://www.tacomacc.edu/catalog/0810catalog/1625.htm.
COLLEGE-WIDE OUTCOME ABILITIES
Tacoma Community College has identified six college-wide learning outcomes that form the foundation of our
educational emphasis. These outcomes, which are incorporated into the objectives of each class, are the following:
I—Communication, COM, II—Critical Thinking, CRT, III—Responsibility, RSP, IV—Information and
Technology, IIT, V—Living and Working Cooperatively, LWC, VI—Core of knowledge, COK.
Additional goals include learning to:
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distinguish between chemical and physical properties
define and be able to identify acids and bases
define pH and its ranges
describe the basics of nuclear reactions
recognize and name some of the major groups of organic compounds
communicate your understanding of chemistry using appropriate scientific vocabulary
apply critical thinking to chemical problems
work as a member of a team in performing chemical tasks and in presenting results
You will be expected to learn material in addition to that in the text. This additional material will be presented in the
lecture and may include material on handouts.
Attendance: Regular attendance is essential for your success in Chemistry 110. Attendance is taken in the
laboratory portion. However, it is up to you to attend lectures regularly and to get notes from a classmate if you
must miss any class period. (For those on financial aid: in order to receive your aid check you must attend class).
The instructor does not provide notes for missed classes.
Homework: Working problems (as many as possible) is essential to mastering chemistry. You are encouraged to do
extra problems in addition to those assigned. The optional STUDY GUIDE has additional sample problems and
self-test quizzes. The assigned problems are listed at the end of the syllabus. Homework problems from the text or
assigned problems may be collected. It is IMPORTANT that you work out the assigned problems as this is an
important learning process.
You may be required to do short written assignments related to chemistry in our daily lives throughout the
quarter. These assignments will be detailed when assigned and these assignments will be collected and graded.
The Laboratory: Chemistry 110 includes a laboratory as an integral part of the course. You are required to
participate in the weekly assigned experiments. BEFORE coming to the lab, you must study the experiment so that
you are prepared to begin the experiment when you enter the laboratory. You should learn the names and formulas
of the chemicals to be used in the experiment plus any hazards associated with them and their proper disposal. You
will be required to prepare your lab notebook before coming to lab—see Chemistry 110 packet.
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In the
lab: “All students must follow the chemistry lab safety procedures and standard operating
procedures established by Tacoma Community College, the Science & Engineering Department, and the
instructor. Students who repeatedly or willfully violate these procedures may face sanctions, including
removal from the course, a failing grade, and referral to the college for action under the Code of Student
Rights and Responsibilities. The departmental safety procedures for chemistry are available at
http://cms.tacomacc.edu/UserFiles/Servers/Server_6/IntranetFile/Chem.%20Lab%20Safety,%20Proced
ures,%20Emergencies%20(student%20handout)ver081111.pdf.”
During the lab experiment you will be required to record your measurements and observations in a bound
composition book, in ink. More details about the lab notebook will be given during the first pre-lab lecture.
MISSED LABS: Labs missed for extraordinary circumstances may be made up at the instructor's discretion. You
are responsible for arranging make up labs with the instructor in advance.
LAB REPORTS: In the laboratory you will always work in pairs. Both partners must actively participate in
performing every lab experiment and in writing every report. Lab partners will write joint laboratory reports (TBD).
Both partners will sign the report before turning it in. If your partner has not performed the experiment or
contributed to the lab report, include only your name on the report. Lab reports are due at the beginning of the
following lab period. (Instructions for keeping the lab notebook and the format to be followed for writing lab
reports will be given at the first lab meeting).
Labs turned in late will lose points at the rate of 10% per day. Reports will not be accepted more than one
week past the due date unless the student has prior permission from the instructor.
You must pass the lab component of the course to pass the class.
Quizzes and Final: A quiz will be given at the beginning of the final lecture period of each week. The lowest one
quiz grade (or lab) is eliminated from you overall total. Quizzes will be based on homework assignments and those
topics emphasized in the lecture. They may include questions relating to the laboratory and may be cumulative.
There are NO make-up quizzes (missed quizzes may count for the dropped scores).
The final exam will be two hours. It will be cumulative and may include questions from the lab. The final
exam date is listed on the course schedule below.
Calculators, dictionaries, etc.: You will need a basic calculator. This calculator may be used during the
quizzes and the final exam. Calculators may NOT be shared during quizzes or exams. Dictionaries and electronic
notebooks may NOT be used during quizzes or exams.
Withdrawals:
Last day to drop a class with no grade reported (no signature required)
Apr 10
Last day to change to “audit status”
Apr 28
Last day to withdraw with a grade of “W” (instructor signature required)
May 22
Final Exam
Jun 9-12
Disabilities: TCC is committed to making sure all students with disabilities receive appropriate accommodations. To receive
academic accommodations, students must provide official documentation to the disability specialist. To learn about options
and opportunities, please visit the Access Service office, located in Bldg. 7 or call 253-566-5122 or visit
www.tacoma.ctc.edu/stuonline/disability/start.shtm.
Academic Honesty: As a student, your goal is to learn and be a scholar. Academic dishonesty goes against these
goals and will not be tolerated.
Quizzes and exams are to be solely your work at the time of the examination. Circumventing or attempting to
circumvent the restrictions placed on an examination is a form of cheating. (Examples include: crib notes,
supplying or obtaining answers from another, copying, etc.).
Quizzes and exams which receive a zero due to cheating will be included in course grade calculations.
The papers you turn in must be your own work (for lab reports—the work of you and your partner).
Inventing or modifying laboratory data is dishonest. If you believe your data is in error, state why and how you
have modified it (ALWAYS include and indicate the original data as well as any modified data). If you did not
perform the laboratory experiment you may not author a lab report for that experiment. If you take words, ideas or
information from other sources, they must be properly referenced.
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The consequences of academic dishonesty may result in expulsion from the College in accordance with the Code of
Student Rights and Responsibilities.
Studying Chemistry: Don't fall behind. Read the relevant topics in the text before they are covered in lecture. Ask
questions. Work through as many problems as you can. Get help from the instructor, other students, the chemistry
tutor, or the tutoring center. If you are having difficulty, ask for help. Studying with a small group of your fellow
students is a great way to learn the course material. I strongly encourage you to form a study group that meets on a
regular basis to work on homework, lab reports, and in preparing for quizzes. When working together, teach each
other—merely sharing solutions serves you poorly in understanding the material.
Grading: Refer to the college catalog for a description of possible grades.
All questions regarding homework, lab report, or quiz grades must be brought to the attention of the
instructor within one week of the assignments return to the student. After that, grades will be final.
Grading in this course will NOT be on a curve. You will be graded on how well you demonstrate your
understanding of the material. You are NOT competing against the other students in the class. This means that you
should help each other in learning the material.
Course Points:
Possible Points: Written Assignments
Quizzes/tests
Laboratory
Final Exam
Total
Course Grading:
Percent Grade
Percent
87-89
83-86
80-82
Grade
B+
B
B-
30
300
250
100
650
Percent
77-79
73-76
70-72
(tentative)
(Includes performance in lab,
reports, & notebook)
(Required)
(Tentative)
Grade
C+
C
C-
Percent
67-69
93-110
A
63-66
90-92
A60-62
<60
Under rare instances, an incomplete (I) grade may be assigned. Contact instructor for details.
Missing labs may result in reduced course grade as follows
# of Labs Missed Highest Possible Course Grade
2
B
3
C
4
D
5
E
TENTATIVE Course Calendar (subject to change)
WEEK
Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten
Week Eleven
SUBJECT/ACTIVITY
Living in a World of Chem
Chem View of Matter
Atoms and the Periodic Table
Chemical Bonding
Chemical Reactivity
Acid Base Reactions
Re-Dox Reactions
Water
Energy and Hydrocarbons
Organic Chemicals and Polymers
Chemistry of Life
Review/Exam
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CHAPTER
1
2
3
5
8
9
10
11
12
14
15
Grade
D+
D
DE
(Suggested)Homework Problems from text: N.B.—the instructor may modify the list of assigned problems and
additional problems from other sources may be assigned.
Chapter 1—1-9
Chapter 2—2-6, 8, 11-14, 17,18,21,23,24, 40-50
Chapter 3—1,2,5,6,12,15-18,25,26,28-31,37,42,49
Chapter 5—(All)
Chapter 8—1-5, 13-19,22,28,30,35,38,43,46
Chapter 9—1-17,27-30,32,39
Chapter 10—1-10,19,27,28,32,34,37
Chapter 11—1,2,20,27,30,34,35
Chapter 12—1-18,35,36
Chapter 14 –1-5,11,12,20,23,29,41
Chapter 15—1-11,16,24,26,40-52
Additional homework assignments may be given during the quarter. These will consist of research in the library, on
the internet, or at home and writing short papers.
TENTATIVE Lab Schedule (subject to change)
Day
Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten
Week Eleven
Topic
Lab Procedures and Safety in the lab
Scientific Thinking, Pennies Lab
Iron and Sulfur
Oxygen
Carbonates
Acids/Bases
Batteries
Water
Vitamin C
Caffeine
Soap
Final Exam
Experiment
A
B
C
I
J
H
D
F
E
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You are to show the instructor your lab notebook at the beginning of each lab period. If you have not entered
the protocol, you will NOT be able to participate in the lab. Lab reports are to be turned in at the beginning
of the lab period of the following week, except the last lab which will be due on a date specified later.
The lab notebook—the notebook must be a bound, lined composition book (or comp book). These are available in
the bookstore for about $2.50 and may be found at discount stores for less. Spiral bound notebooks or loose-leaf
notebook papers are NOT acceptable. The lab notebook may be examined at any time by the instructor and will
be graded at the end of the quarter. It will have a point value equal to one laboratory report.
(Instructions for keeping the lab notebook and the format to be followed for writing lab reports will be given
at the first lab meeting).
Cell phones—Ringing or use of cell phones in class during the lecture or during quizzes or exams may result in the
loss of 10 points from your course total. TURN IT OFF!
Note—This syllabus outlines the requirements, expectations, schedule, grading, and goals of this course. Every
effort will be made to follow this syllabus. However, there are often circumstances that require changes to be
made to the syllabus during the quarter. The instructor will inform the students of any changes in the syllabus in a
clear and timely manner. Any questions about this syllabus or your responsibilities in this class should be discussed
with the instructor as early in the quarter as possible.
You are primarily responsible for what you learn. The instructor is here to assist and guide you in your
learning process. He is available and eager to assist you in understanding and applying the material. Do not
hesitate to seek out his assistance in the lab and outside of the classroom.
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