Summer II – S. Webb
CHEM 1011 Online
ASU - Newport
Course Syllabus –General Chemistry I Lab Online
Summer II, 2015
CHEM 1011: General Chemistry I Lab Online
Catalog Description:
lab, three hours (ACTS: CHEM 1214)
Type of Course:
Laboratory
Credit Hours:
1
Co-requisite:
CHEM 1043, General Chemistry I
Class Times:
N/A - Online
Disclaimer
This syllabus represents a best plan for the course, but as with most plans, it is subject to changes made
necessary by time, space, personnel constraints or other factors. Adjustments to the course structure
may be required throughout the semester.
Instructor Information:
Name: Dr. Sarah Webb
Email: sarah_webb@asun.edu
Email is the preferred and official means of individual student-instructor communication for this
class. I will answer emails within 2 business days, usually sooner but this may vary depending on
the week. I do not answer email on the weekends. Be sure to include name, class, and section
number.
Required Text, References, and Materials:
1) Text: Late Nite Labs Online Software
2) Access to a computer and a RELIABLE internet connection, Late Nite Lab PIN.
The section code on Late Nite Labs is 32898754
Equipment needed for this course:
1. Computer with web browser capable of accessing the My ASUN Portal
2. Reliable internet access (broadband recommended)
3. Late Nite Lab PIN (can be purchased at the University bookstore)
Course Information:
This lab will be conducted on the Late Nite Labs website. To access the website you must purchase a PIN
from the University bookstore. The website address is www.latenitelabs.com . All labs will be
completed within that site. The labs are virtual versions of similar labs that would be completed in an in
class lab course. You will have use of beakers, balances, burets, thermometers, gas pistons, and
other normal equipment found in a general chemistry lab. Also, you will be required to create
graphs in a graphing utility that is located within the late nite site.
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This lab is completed totally online with no need to come to campus. All work is completed
independently. You will access the lab, read the background information supplied and complete the
lab, followed by completing the lab report by answering the questions in the assignment portion of
each lab. I will be available for tutoring via email or in person. During any tutoring session I will give
you a brief tutorial on how to manipulate the virtual software, answer questions about the lab,
and/or direct you to appropriate reference material for review if needed. All labs will be graded
manually by me, exactly as an in class lab report would be. Late nite labs does not have an
automated grading system.
Core Competencies:
Every student graduation from ASU Newport with and Associates Degree will be proficient in the
following competencies:
 Communication Skills (oral and written)
 Math Skills
 Critical Thinking Skills
 Technology Skills
Course Competencies:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to manipulate basic chemistry lab
equipment
Labs 2-12
2. Determine the density of known and unknown solids using
appropriate methods.
Lab 11
3. Utilize a Bunsen burner to perform lab exercises to calculate molecular
formulas of various compounds
Lab 7
4. Use lab equipment to verify the law of conservation of mass
Lab 8
5. Utilize graphs to deduce secondary data and interpret to solve
problems.
Labs 3,6, 10, 11
6. Utilize standard lab procedures to identify a series of unknowns of
both liquid and solid states
Lab 5
7. Determine radiation levels in various scenarios
Lab 12
If you are having trouble with My ASUN Portal please notify your instructor and refer to:
http://www.asun.edu/tech. Contact ITS (Information Technology Services) directly at (870) 5127783 or its@asun.edu – your instructor will not be able to aid you with technical computer issues.
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Purpose and Structure of this Course:
This course’s purpose is to supplement the provision a broad general knowledge of inorganic
chemistry at a freshman level offered in the co-requisite CHEM 1043. It is meant to prepare the
student for CHEM 1052 Fundamental Concepts of Organic and Biochemistry. The structure of this
course is set up to perform a lab in a similar timeframe as the material being studied in the lecture
when possible. Each student is urged not to wait until the last minute to complete assignments.
Class Etiquette
With regard to discussion posts and email communication, students are expected to:
1. Clearly identify themselves and the class and section in which he/she is enrolled.
2. Make appropriate use of the subject line.
3. Use proper English, grammar, and spelling.
4. Retain a copy of the email.
5. Avoid the use of emoticons
6. Do not use net abbreviations
7. Avoid the use of slang.
Instructor’s Late Work Policy:
Late work will not be accepted for this lab. One lab will be dropped. No other provisions will be
made for missed labs. In the case of extreme circumstances I will consider allowing make up labs on
a case by case basis. I will work with you as best as I can.
Mission Statement:
Arkansas State University-Newport’s mission is to provide integrity of programs and services,
affordable lifelong learning, and enhanced quality of life in the diverse community we serve.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
In order to obtain appropriate disability related accommodations and services to which they are
entitled, students with documented disabilities should voluntarily and confidentially provide the
Office of Disability Services (870-358-8636 or disabilityservices@asun.edu ) with appropriate
medical documentation regarding the nature and extent of their disability, make their needs known
to this Office and follow established procedures for acquiring needed services and accommodations
in the classroom or online.
Academic Dishonesty:
Dishonesty in any form-including plagiarism, turning in assignments prepared by others, unauthorized
possession of exams-may result in the student receiving an “F” and/or being suspended from the
university. Essay question answers and discussions must be in your own words, and not copied
word-for-word from the textbook or any other source. Answers not in your OWN words may
result in ZERO points being earned for the question or the entire assignment.
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Student Conduct:
Students are responsible for keeping up with dates as set in the course schedule in the syllabus,
unless otherwise notified, for quizzes and other course components. Proper “netiquette” is
expected in emails, discussions, photos, etc.
Advising Statement:
Students are encouraged to remain in close contact with their academic advisor to assess degree
progress and ensure the timely completion of programs of study.
Course Outline and Due Dates:
Lab Exercise
1. Laboratory Skills
2. Sample Lab
3. The Law of Definite Proportions
4. Identifying Unknown Substances From Characteristic Properties
5. Determination of Absolute Zero
6. Separating a Mixture of Compounds
7. Conservation of Mass
8. Chemical Reaction Types and Their Equations
9. Volume of Air as a Function of Temperature
10. Density - A Characteristic Property
11. Radiation
Due Date
July 15
July 15
July 15
July 15
July 15
August 4
August 4
August 4
August 4
August 4
August 4
SPECIAL NOTES FOR GRAPHS: PLEASE use the graphing utility in late nite. I know it is limited in what
it will do. You will have to make MULTIPLE graphs as opposed to one graph with several pieces of
information on it. You will have to just have a basic graph with no linear regression or data points
that you circle as some of the labs may request. The graphs in late nite are automatically submitted
- you don’t have to email graphs to me. NO GRAPH IS EVER OPTIONAL. If you have a question, ask
me.
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