Spring 2011 Syllabus
SC 132/ SC 132L
Chemistry II
w/laboratory
5 Credit Hours
Textbooks
Chemistry the Central Science (11th Ed.) by Brown, LeMay, Bursten
Experimental Chemistry Lab Manual (8th Ed.) by J. F. Hall
An approved laboratory notebook
Division of Nursing, Science & Business
Instructor: Mike Nydegger
The learning outcomes and competencies detailed in this syllabus meet, or exceed, the learning
outcomes and competencies specified by the Kansas Core Outcomes Project for this course, as
sanctioned by the Kansas Board of Regents.
CHEMISTRY II
SPRING 2010
Course Number:
SC 132 / SC 132L
Time & Day:
Lecture— MWF 11:00-11:55am
Lab---R 9:30-10:55am and R 9:30-10:55pm
Location:
Classroom 222 / Lab 223
Instructor:
Mike Nydegger
Office:
F18 Yellow Pod
Phone:
785-243-1435 ext. 222
Email:
astockinger@cloud.edu
Required Materials:
Chemistry the Central Science (11th Ed.) by Brown, LeMay, Bursten
Experimental Chemistry Lab Manual (8th Ed.) by J. F. Hall
scientific calculator with log functions, bound laboratory notebook
Office Hours:
Please see schedule posted on office door
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on the following topics: gases, bonding and orbitals,
solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium and applications, acids and bases, buffers, and
electrochemistry. Time permitting, student selection of select chapters that are remaining.
PREREQUISITE:
SEQUENCING:
Chemistry I or equivalent
This course is offered during the spring semester each school year on the Concordia
campus.
METHOD OF EVALUATION/GRADING:
Grades will be based on the standard percentage grading system of total points possible:
89 - 100%
A
80 – 88.9% B
70 – 79.9% C
59 – 69.9% D
0 – 58.9% F
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3 lecture examinations……………….. 300 pts
Lecture Quizzes………………………..50 pts
Comprehensive Final…………………150 pts
Laboratory activities……………….... 150 pts
Laboratory Midterm Exam…………....25 pts
 Laboratory activities and point(s) awarded will approximate 25% of the course total
 I do not offering extra credit opportunities. I do periodically offer a bonus question, on exams.
TEACHING METHODS:
Classes will be a combination lectures, and problem solving exercises. Students are expected to bring their text
and scientific calculator to each class period to follow along. You can help set the tone of class by your
involvement. Expect to be called on for solutions.
ASSIGNMENT POLICY:
Homework will be assigned, however, it will not be collected. To perform well on the exams a thorough if you
have a scheduled absence, make personal arrangements to finish it in advance and hand it in early. In the case
of a quiz, the make-up quiz will be more difficult than the original. All late work must be handed in prior to
me passing back the quiz, assignment, or lab report. If you have an activity that is excused on a quiz day, you
will need to make it up prior to the next class period. You may schedule that time with me or the LSC.
COURSE POLICIES
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
All work is assumed to be done individually, unless I allow group work. If in doubt, ask, or ask again.
Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:
 Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In other words, taking
someone else’s file and placing your name on it and claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or
help on a quiz/exam.
 Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as his/her own creation,
giving another student your quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an assignment if he/she does
the work himself/herself with your assistance.
Cheating:
“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination.”
1. You must not receive from any other students or give to any other students any information, answers, or
help during an exam.
2. You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. This means no cheat sheets/cribs
or open book/notes. Some formulas will be provided.
3. You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper with an exam after it has been
corrected.
Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4 (Newsletter available from the Office of
University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western Michigan University)
Plagiarism:
“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For example, copying material from a
book, the Internet, or another source without acknowledging that the words or ideas are someone else’s and not
your own is plagiarism. If you copy an author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct quotation and
supply the appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas, even if you paraphrase the wording,
appropriate credit should be given. You have committed plagiarism if you purchase a term paper or submit a
paper as your own that you did not write.
PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS:
Any infraction will receive zero (0) credit on the laboratory, assignment, quiz, or exam. If it is copied
homework/pre lab, both parties will receive a zero. If severe the result will be a failing grade for the course and
possible reporting to college administration. I strongly encourage you to keep your eyes on your paper only
during a quiz or exam. Falsification of grades or involvement in the falsification of grades will result in an “F”
for the course.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Attendance in class is the student’s responsibility. Students are expected to attend class unless they are
participating in scheduled school activities or have been excused by the instructor. Students cannot excessively
miss class and effectively complete the course requirements or pass the course. Attendance in lab will be
monitored and 2 unexcused absences in lab will result in a failure of lab. In case you are late or absent
from class, it is your responsibility to get the course notes, handouts, and turn in assignments (see late policy
above). The instructor will not provide a missed lecture on an individual basis. To get the course notes, ask a
classmate.
CONDUCT:
Mature behavior is expected and required. Please respect myself and others by turning off your pagers, cellular
phones, and music devices. Any behavior which is contrary to this policy will not be tolerated and any student
behaving in such a way may be urged or required to leave the class. Put away and keep all cell phones/texting
devices out of your reach. *In addition, cell phone calculators are banned on all quizzes and exams.* No
exceptions! Infractions will result in an instant zero on that quiz or exam.
EXAMINATION POLICY:
Makeup exams will only be given by special arrangement with the instructor and must be completed before the
schedule exam, no exceptions. The makeup exams may differ from the exams as given in class. NO
MAKEUP exams or quizzes will be allowed without prior arrangements made. Accordingly, if you are unable
to take an exam due to illness, you must let the instructor know 24 hrs. in advance of the exam. If the student is
absent for an exam and no prior notification is received, the student will receive a zero for that exam, no
exceptions. Questions pertaining to the laboratory may appear on the exams.
LABORATORY POLICY:
Read the lab procedure and complete the pre-lab questions before arriving to the laboratory. Quizzes may be
given in lab to ensure understanding of the material. The quizzes will contain 25 pts. The post-laboratory
questions are due the following week. Questions pertaining to the laboratory may appear on the lecture exams.
Make-up must be arranged with the instructor before the actual date of the lab. Otherwise missed labs will not
be made-up. Make-up labs must be finished before the 13th week of the semester. Late lab reports will be
penalized by 25%. If you have to reminded to wear your safety goggles, you will receive a zero for that lab.
Short, skirts, tank tops and flip flops are not allowed in lab. Lab groups will consist of only 2-3 people only.
INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANCE:
If you encounter problems with the coursework, please see me as soon as possible. It is difficult to catch up
once you fall behind. My office hours are posted on my office door and if the hours are not convenient, please
make an appointment, or go to the learning center (see below). You are very welcome to stop by my office
anytime when I am there! I do want you to succeed in this course.
TUTOR ASSISTANCE:
Tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center. Contact the Learning Skills Center for more information.
There is no charge for using the LSC.
INCOMPLETE POLICY:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented as described
in the Student Handbook. The incomplete must be made up with the instructor assigning the incomplete and
must be completed the semester immediately following the semester in which the class was taken. Refer to the
Student Handbook for a complete explanation.
ACADEMIC COMPLAINTS:
Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to address any student academic
complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the policy can be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.
However, I encourage you to calmly bring any ideas or complaints to my attention outside of class and perhaps
we can resolve it together.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS: This is not a general education course.
DEPARTMENT GOALS:
Students who complete a physical science department course at Cloud County Community College should be
able to:
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Understand the nature of science
Become proficient in using science process skills to solve problems and make decisions.
Develop skills to manipulate and/or operate science equipment.
Develop responsible attitudes toward the environment, science, technology and society.
Understand basic scientific concepts and principles.
The department goals are the basis for the total framework of the physical science curriculum and are composed
of (1) the nature of science, (2) process skills, (3) manipulative skills, (4) attitudes toward science, and (5)
concepts.
Levels of Learning
1. The student is able to analyze and evaluate physical science program goals (1-5).
2. The student is able to define, interpret and discuss physical science program goals (1-5).
3. The student fails to define, interpret and discuss physical science program goals (1-5).
Standards: Eighty percent of the students finishing a physical science department course at Cloud county
Community College will be able to define, interpret, and discuss (Level 2)
ASSESSMENT OF DEPARTMENT GOALS:
(Full-time and regular part-time) Instructors measure one or two department goals of all classes taught within
the discipline/program within a calendar year of every odd year. Instructors submit assessment results to
Department Chairs by Feb. 1st. Department Chairs compile the information into a discipline/program report
collected by division deans Feb. 15th and forwarded to the assessment coordinator to be reviewed by the Student
Leaning Outcomes Assessment Team.
COURSE GOALS (Student Learning Outcomes):
 Develop the student’s ability to identify acids from bases, both strong and weak.
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Develop the student’s ability to systematically name and write formulas for elements, atoms, ions, and
compounds.
Develop the student’s ability to write and interpret the information contained in chemical equations.
Develop the student’s ability to examine the atomic structure and molecular structure.
Develop the student’s ability to gain an understanding of how chemistry applies to personal lives,
economy, technology, energy, and the environment.
ASSESSMENT of COURSE GOALS:
Instructors measure one or two course goals for selected courses each year. Individual instructors choose the
goal(s) and determine how it will be measured. All courses taught must be assessed within a two year cycle
established individually by each instructor. Course assessment reports are created from information gathered
over a calendar year. Instructors will evaluate the spring semester and following fall semester. Information
from all sections of the course is combined to generate results. Instructors then submit a written report to the
Department Chair by Feb. 15th. The reports are forwarded to the Division Dean who will compile the results
and create a division report due March 15th to the assessment coordinator for review by the Student Leaning
Outcomes Assessment Team.
ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABILITY:
If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instructor during office hours or make an
appointment. Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and Counseling, located in the Advisement
Center.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio and TV stations will be
notified:
KNCK
1390 AM
Concordia
KCLY
100.9 FM
Clay Center
KREP
92.1 FM
Belleville
KHCD
89.5 FM
Hutchinson
KVSV
1190 AM
Beloit
KSAL
1150 AM
Salina
WIBW (TV) Chan. 13
Topeka
KWCH (TV) Chan. 12
Wichita
KOLN (TV) Chan. 10
Lincoln, NE
You may also go to www.cancellations.com
Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to
hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE:
When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe
area or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you are informed to leave the room,
take as many of your personal belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic devices
are only to be used once you arrive in the safe area
Laboratory Protocol:
You are required to have read any readings that are assigned for the experiment prior to the start of lab. It is
essential that you have a fair understanding to the reaction(s) and concept of the experiment. My safety and
your safety are my top concern. Horseplay is not allowed. If any horseplay or goofing off is witnessed, you
will be required to leave lab and get and unexcused absence. If severe enough, you will be withdrawn from the
course. Missing two or more labs will result in a failure of the lab component. A 50% in lab is required to
pass CHEM 2!
I will have etiquette points for each experiment. Consider it part of your grade that you start out with.
Disobeying the rules below will cause you to lose points.
 No horseplay, shoving, tripping, or the like in lab.
 Always wear your safety goggles, even if you are done with your experiment. You may remove
your goggles when you: finished your experiment, cleaned your station, and are leaving lab.
 No eating or drinking in lab. Put simply, nothing is to be in your mouth. This is in effect before and
after all scheduled labs (24/7). You may step out for a snack, if needed.
 Use the time allotment properly. Once the three hours are up, you are finished.
 Do not leave your experiment unattended. If you have a partner, they can watch it while you are
away.
 Clothing… pants, sleeves, and full-soled shoes required. Covering yourself protects you.
 If you or your partner becomes injured, notify the instructor immediately.
 The lab experiment due date will be posted on the board each week. It is YOUR task to get it to me
completed by then. All work in your notebook is to be in pen.
 If you are late, the door might find itself locked. I go through the experimental set up and safety
concerns at the beginning of lab. Consider it a loss of points if you are late and the door is still
open.
 You will have your own lab drawer(s) to use this semester. If you break glassware, it may not be
replaced. So be cautious as you will be needing glassware and other utensils throughout the entire
semester.
 This is not a complete list of all infractions or rules, but it does cover the most important ones. Ask
me if you have any additional questions.
 Safety is priority #1!!
 No cell phones are permitted during lab. On the first offense, you lose all of your daily etiquette
points. On the second offense, your lab grade for the experiment is zero. This is a semester long
total, not a weekly total.