CHEMISTRY 111 SYLLABUS
INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY
Spring 2010
Lecture Instructor: Dr. Renee Beeton
Office: Porter Hall, Room 303
Office Hours: T R 9:00 – 11:00 F 9:00 – 10:00 or by appointment
Telephone: 587-7383 (office), 785-760-2489 (cell)
E-mail: rbeeton@adams.edu
Texts:
-Russo, S.; Silver, M. Introductory Chemsitry, 3rd Ed. San Francisco: Benjamin Cummings.
-Rudolph, R. N. (2007). Chemistry 111, Introductory Laboratory Experiments. In-house publication.
Supplies:
-Scientific calculator
-Safety goggles – NOTE: YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN SAFETY GOGGLES TO ATTEND LAB. They
may be purchased from the bookstore.
-Access to online homework
Course Description:
Chemistry 111 is designed to introduce students to fundamental topics regarding chemistry. No
background in chemistry is necessary, but skills in algebra and graphing will be essential for problem solving.
This course will give students practice in critical thinking, as well as illustrate the importance of chemistry to
other disciplines and in everyday life. The course is oriented towards students who require only one semester of
college chemistry in their curriculum and others who want to learn enough about how chemistry affects their lives
to become informed citizen and consumers. Chemistry is an experimental science, and as such, laboratory
experiments supplement the lecture and make the course a more complete learning experience.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Students will be able to identify matter as pure substances or mixtures, compounds or elements; characterize
the physical states of matter; recognize and characterize properties of matter as physical or chemical and changes
in matter as physical or chemical.
2. Students will be able to solve numerical problems that involve unit conversions utilizing unit analysis; work
with Celsius, Kelvin, and Fahrenheit temperatures; understand the concept of significant figures in measured
quantities; utilize scientific notation in calculations.
3. Students will be able to understand the sources of error in measurements and be able to distinguish between
precision and accuracy in measurements.
4. Students will be able to describe the composition of the atom; identify atomic mass and atomic number;
distinguish between isotopes; understand the basic ideas of the Bohr and Quantum Mechanical models of the
electronic structures (shells and subshells); how line spectra of the elements are account for.
5. Students will be able to classify elements according to their location on the periodic table; describe the electron
configuration of an element; predict what type of ion particular elements will form; recognize trends in atomic
size, ionization energy, and electronegativity of the elements.
6. Students will be able to distinguish between ionic bonding and covalent bonding and discuss the types of
atoms involved in each type of bonding; identity covalent and polar covalent bonds and predict the polarity of
bonds based on electronegativity differences.
7. Students will be able to draw Lewis structures of atoms, ions, and molecules and use VSEPR theory to
describe structural features such as bond angles, electron pair geometry, and molecular geometry of the
molecules; identify molecules as polar or nonpolar based on structure and types of bonds present.
8. Students will be able to name simple cations and anions, polyatomic ions, typical inorganic compounds, acids
and bases; give the correct formula for inorganic compound from the name of the compound.
9. Students will able to balance equations; predict products of simple reactions; identify types of reactions;
identify oxidation states of atoms and changes in these for oxidation-reduction reactions.
10. Students will be able to calculate molar masses of chemicals; solve stoichiometry problems based on
balanced chemical equations; understand and use the concept of the mole.
11. Student will be able to describe characteristic properties of gases, liquid, and solids; explain the observed
properties of gases according to the kinetic molecular theory; solve problems involving the idea gas law.
12. Students will be able to identify types of intermolecular attractive forces and discuss the importance of these
forces in determining physical properties (solubility, boiling point, vapor pressure) of compounds.
13. Student will be able to discuss solutions and the solution process; calculate concentrations of solutions and
solve stoichiometry problems that involve concentrations; classify solutes as strong, weak, or non-electrolytes;
discuss colligative properties.
14. Students will be able to describe the energy processes that occur upon reaction; recognize when a reaction
will be spontaneous; discuss what is meant by the kinetics of a reaction and what factors can influence the rate of
reaction (including catalysts and enzymes); discuss chemical equilibrium and Le Chatelier’s Principle; write
equilibrium expressions for reversible reactions.
15. Students will be able to recognize strong and weak acids and bases; classify acids and bases according to
Brønsted/Lowrey concept; calculate pH of solutions and understand what pH represents; complete acid-base
neutralization reactions; describe the action of buffers and identify buffer pairs; discuss the important buffer
systems of the body; discuss imbalances in body pH that lead to acidosis or alkalosis.
16. Students will be able to identify the 3 types of naturally occurring nuclear radiation and complete nuclear
reactions; calculate the amount of radioactivity left after a number of half-lives; discuss the medical uses of
radioactive isotopes; describe the physiological effects of ionizing radiation.
17. Students will learn basic laboratory skills, including measurement of mass, volume and temperature;
observations of chemical and physical changes; recording and graphing of pertinent data. Students will also
perform experiments illustrating important concepts, such as calorimetry; stoichiometry; gas laws; Le Chatelier’s
Principle; titration of acids and bases.
18. Students will get a basic knowledge of how chemistry impacts their everyday lives.
Cheating, Withdrawals, Incompletes and Special Consideration
Cheating: Cheating of any sort, from copying someone else’s answer on a test to plagiarism on the paper, to
attempted “dry-labbing” with not be tolerated. If you are caught intentionally cheating, you will receive as a
minimum penalty an F for the course and may be subject to additional discipline from the college.
Withdrawals and Incompletes: The last day to withdraw from this course and receive a grade of W is Friday,
March 12. After that date, a W may be given only with special approval and for extenuating circumstance. Poor
performance in class does not constitute an extenuating circumstance. A grade of incomplete is given only for
documented medical reasons or extenuating circumstances, to be determined by the instructor. Poor performance
in class is not an acceptable reason for an incomplete.
Special Consideration: If you require course adaptations or accommodations because of a documented disability,
if you have emergency medical information to share with me, or if you need particular arrangements in case the
building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible.
LECTURE SPECIFICS
1. Attendance: Attendance and participation at all class meetings is expected.
2. Examinations: Four hour-long exams and a comprehensive final exam will be administered. See the
schedule for times. Makeup examinations will only be administered in extenuating circumstances. The
final score will replace the lowest exam score, so if you miss one exam, that will be the one replaced. The
comprehensive final exam will consist of a standardized, multiple-choice examination written by a
committee of the American Chemical Society.
3. Quizzes: Short quizzes will be given at the beginning of Friday classes, so be certain you read the text
regularly and review prior material (GOOD STUDY HABITS!). These quizzes will be given promptly at
the start of class - if you are late, you'll get a zero on that day's quiz. The lowest 2 will be dropped and the
rest totaled at the end of the semester. The quizzes are intended to give the instructor feedback on the
students’ progress, as well as to motivate students to do the homework and reading assignments in a
timely fashion.
4. Homework: Homework problems will be done online. Online homework will be graded
immediately after submission. Homework will be auto-submitted every Monday at 5:00 pm,
unless otherwise stated in class. Due dates and assignments are listed once you log-in to the
online homework. The lowest two homework scores will be dropped at the end of the semester.
You will need to purchase access to the online homework. To do so, following the directions
below:
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7. Click the button that says "Send payment via Paypal or Credit Card" and follow the remaining instructions.
8. Once you have registered and enrolled, you can log in at any time to complete or review your homework
assignments.
9. If you have any problems, send an email to support@saplinglearning.com explaining the issue.
5. Papers: Two short papers (2-4 pages) are required for this class. More detailed instructions for writing
these papers will be handed out in classes.
6. Grading: The number of points you accumulate during the semester will determine your final course
grade. The maximum number of points is 850, as illustrated below. At the end of the semester, if an
hourly exam is lower than the final exam score, the instructor will substitute the percentage score of the
final exam for the lowest hour exam score when determining the total points for each student.
4 Hour-long exams @ 100 pts =
1 Final exam =
Quizzes =
Homework =
2 Papers =
Total =
400 pts
150 pts
100 pts
100 pts
100 pts
850 pts
The following scale is used to determine grades at the end of the semester:
A 100.0% – 93.0%; A- 92.9% – 90.0%; B+ 89.9% - 87.0%; B 86.9% - 83.0%;
B- 82.9% - 80.0%; C+ 79.9% - 77.0%; C 76.9% - 73.0%; C- 72.9% - 70.0%;
D+ 69.9% - 67.0%; D 66.9% - 60.0
7. Lecture Schedule: The tentative lecture schedule is given on the next two pages. Most Wednesdays are
reserved for lab lecture with the exception of 1/20, 3/10, and 5/5, which will be normal class days.
Tentative Lecture Schedule
Dates
1/19
1/20
1/21 – 1/28
1/29 – 2/1
2/2 – 2/8
2/9 – 2/22
2/12
2/15
2/23 – 2/25
2/26 – 3/2
3/1
3/4 - 3/12
3/8
3/15 – 3/19
3/22 – 3/23
3/25 – 3/29
3/30 – 4/1
4/2 – 4/15
4/6
4/16 – 4/19
4/20
4/20 – 4/22
4/23 – 4/29
4/30 – 5/4
5/5
5/6
5/7
5/12
Topic/Text Reference/Event
Introduction to course
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Exam 1 (Chapters 1-4)
No School – Winter Break
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Paper 1 Due
Chapter 8
Exam 2 (Chapters 5-7)
No School – Spring Break
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Exam 3 (Chapters 8 – 11)
Chapter 13
Paper 2 Due
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Review
Exam 4 (Chapters 12 – 16)
Final Review
Final Exam (1:00 – 3:00)
CHEMISTRY 111L
INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
Spring 2010
Dr. Michael Travers
Room 302, Science and Mathematics Building
Office Hours: MWF 11 - 11:50, TR 9 - 9:50, or by appointment
Telephone: 587-7716 (Chemistry office)
e-mail: mtravers@adams.edu
Dr. Marty Jones
Room 306, Science and Mathematics Building; Room C-118 Plachy Hall
Office Hours: 8:30-9:45 M&F, 9-9:45 W, 4-5 M&R, or by appointment (see schedule posted by office)
Telephone: 587-7262 (Chemistry office), 587-7271 (HPPE office), 589-4327 (Home)
e-mail: mbjones@adams.edu
Course Description
Chem 111L is a co-requisite course to Chem 111. Since chemistry is an experimental science,
laboratory experiments supplement the lecture and complete the course.
Student Learning Outcomes (for students who are successful in the course)
1. Students will learn basic techniques associated with chemistry laboratories, including (but not
limited to) measurement of mass, volume and temperature; titration of acids and bases;
observations of chemical and physical changes; recording of pertinent data; use of common
equipment and instrumentation, and use of computer software.
2. Students will develop more thoroughly their skills in collaborative and individual efforts to solve
problems and to design experiments.
3. Students will develop more thoroughly their abilities to collect and critically interpret
experimental data, and to effectively communicate their results and interpretations
Texts
Rudolph, R. N. “Chemistry 111 Laboratory Experiments”, ASC, 2009.
Supplies
Safety goggles
LABORATORY SPECIFICS
Assignments, Evaluation Procedures and Grading Policy:
1. Attendance: Attendance is required for the laboratory and for the lab lecture on Wednesday
morning. If you are not present for an experiment, you will not get credit for the experiment. Drylabbing will not be tolerated and will be treated as cheating. If you miss a lab for a documented, valid
reason and you let the instructor know beforehand, your grade will be adjusted for that missed lab. Only
one excused absence will be allowed.
2. Laboratory Partners: You will be assigned to a partner (or two) with whom you will work for
the laboratory experiments. Because each person of the group may have very specific tasks to
perform during lab, it is imperative that you be present for each experiment. If you must miss an
experiment, please contact your partner as well as the lab instructor. We plan to switch partners at midsemester, to give you an opportunity to work with someone new.
3. Safety and Standard Laboratory Procedures: You must listen to a safety lecture and sign a
safety rules sheet before you may work in the lab. Strict rules regarding clothing and safety eyewear
will be enforced for the lab. Unless otherwise instructed, you must always wear safety goggles (indirect
ventilated) in the lab. Safety glasses are not permitted. . However, please be certain that you have the
indirect ventilation goggles – not the kind with perforations on the sides. If you refuse to wear eye
protection, you will be asked to leave the lab without finishing the experiment and will receive a grade
of zero for that experiment. You must provide your own goggles, which may be purchased at the
bookstore or possibly at other locations. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear to the lab.
Appropriate clothing includes long pants or other attire that covers legs to the ankle; short or long-sleeve
tops that cover the shoulders, do not have deep-cut necklines, and do not leave exposed skin around the
waist or the back (especially when bending over to conduct a routine lab technique); and shoes that
cover the toes and heels (no sandals or clogs). In other words, wear old jeans, a long t-shirt, and tennis
shoes or boots! That way, you’ll be dressed to work safely ().
Violation of any safety policy/procedure during the course of a single laboratory period will result
in the following actions:
1st incident: Verbal Warning
2nd incident: Written Warning
3rd incident: Lose 10% of the value of the lab write-up for that experiment
4th incident: Removal from lab and earn a grade of 0 for that experiment
4. Cleanliness: Clean up all spills immediately, especially around balance areas. Replace all
bottle lids and caps as soon as you are through. Clean your working area before leaving lab.
5. Equipment: You will be assigned a lab drawer containing equipment for the semester. Please
make every effort to keep the equipment clean and in good working order. If you happen to break
something, please inform the instructor or lab assistant right away so the item can be replaced. For some
experiments, you may need to borrow a piece of equipment that is not in your drawer – please return it
to its original location at the end of the period.
6. Preparation: Advance preparation for the laboratory will be necessary. This includes reading
the experiment, attending the lab lecture, and answering the prelab exercise(s) included in the lab
manual. Remember that a portion of your lab report grade will be determined by the answers to the
prelab exercise and your attendance at the lab lecture.
7. Grading: Each lab exercise will be worth 25 points – 20 points from the lab report, 3 points
for the prelab questions, and 2 points for lab lecture attendance. Lab reports are due at the end of the
lab period. Your lab grade is separate from the lecture grade, and will be determined by the total points
you accumulate in the lab. 70% of the grade will be based on the lab exercises and 30% of the grade
will be based on two lab practical exams. Letter grades will not be assigned until the end of the
semester. If you need to estimate your grade at any time, use the following scale: 93-100% = A; 9092.9% = A-; 87-89.9% = B+; 83-86.9% = B; 80-82.9% = B-; 77-79.9% = C+; 73-76.9% = C; 70-72.9%
= C-; 66-69.9% = D+; 60-65.9% = D; <60% = F.
8. Cheating: Cheating of any sort will not be tolerated. If you are caught intentionally cheating,
you will receive as a minimum penalty a zero for that work. Repeated instances of cheating will result
in an F for the course and may be subject to additional discipline from the College.
9. Withdrawals and Incompletes: The last day to withdraw from this course and receive a grade
of W is Friday, March 12, 2010. After that date, a W may be given only for written medical reasons or
extenuating circumstances, either of which must be determined by the Assistant Provost for Student
Affairs. Poor performance in class does not constitute an extenuating circumstance. A grade of
incomplete is given only for documented medical reasons or extenuating circumstances, to be
determined by the instructor. Poor performance in class is not an acceptable reason for an
incomplete.
10. Special Consideration: If you require course adaptations or accommodations because of a
documented disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with us, or if you need
particular arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with us as
soon as possible. Office hours and location are given at the top of the first page of this syllabus.
Schedule
Lab lectures will be given in class on Wednesday mornings at 8 am. To get full credit for the
lab exercises, you must be present for the lab lecture. This schedule may be subject to change with
advance notice.
Date
1/21
1/28
2/4
2/11
2/18
2/25
3/4
3/11
3/25
4/1
4/8
4/15
4/22
4/29
5/6
Experiment
Safety Lecture, Check-in
Physical and Chemical Changes
Density
Specific Heat
Atomic Spectra and Trends
Molecular Modeling
Precipitation and Solubility
Lab Practical Exam 1
Determining a Chemical Formula
Redox and EMF Series
Gas Law
Solutions
Kinetics and Equilibrium
Acids, Bases, and Buffers
Lab Practical Exam 2
Reference
Experiment 1
Experiment 2
Experiment 3
Experiment 4
Experiment 5
Experiment 6
Experiment 7
Experiment 8
Experiment 9
Experiment 10
Experiment 11
Experiment 12