Textbook (Required) CHEM 1411: (First half of text book only) Zumdahl/Zumdahl, Chemistry 9th ed.

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1 HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHEM GENERAL CHEMISTRY I, SUMMER 2015 Welcome: Welcome to General Chemistry I. I hope that you will enjoy this semester of chemistry 1411 and will carry that enjoyment of chemistry beyond the end of this class. This syllabus contains the course policies, useful information to help you get acquainted with the course procedures, and expectations for this chemistry course. Please peruse these pages, as they represent an agreement between us, me, your instructor, and you, the student. Instructor: Paul Clemens Office Hours: by appointment Phone: paul.clemens@hccs.edu Learning Web : Time and location (CRN 55705) Stafford Scarcella Center, Cash Road Lecture 12:00 pm 4:45 pm; M, W Room W121 Lab 12:00 pm 4:45 pm; T, Th, Room S109 Textbook (Required) CHEM 1411: (First half of text book only) Zumdahl/Zumdahl, Chemistry 9th ed. HCC CUSTOM VOL. I Volume I, Cengage 2014 ISBN: The full hardcover edition for CHEM 1411 & 1412 is also available ISBN-13: Description of hardcover version: OPTIONAL - Student Study Guide for both CHEM 1411/1412: Student study guide to accompany Zumdahl, Chemistry 9th ed. ISBN: Laboratory Manual (Required) Laboratory Manual for CHEM1411 General Chemistry I by Pahlavan, Bai, Askew, et. al. Blue Door Publishing: HCC System-Wide Edition ISBN-13: Access to OWLv2 (Required) OWL, an acronym for Online Web-based Learning, is a tutoring and homework system. Students that purchase a new textbook may have an access code bundled with their textbook. You may be able to purchase access to OWL V2 at your bookstore. Check with the bookstore to find out what they offer for your course. An access code may be purchased on-line from Cengage at

2 Computer Requirements You will need to have access to a computer with internet access and a contemporary web browser and needed plug-ins. You are responsible for maintaining your own hardware and software. If you are incapable of maintaining your own system, please use the computers available on campus. Scientific Calculator You will need an inexpensive scientific calculator. Be aware that programmable and internet accessible calculators are not allowed for the exams. Course Catalog Description: CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I Prerequisites: One year of high school Chemistry; must be placed into college-level reading (or take GUST 0342 as a co-requisite) and be placed into MATH 0312 (or higher) and be placed into college-level writing (or take ENGL 0310/0349 as a core requisite) Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 3 lab) Core Curriculum Course: Science and engineering majors study atomic structure, chemical reactions, thermodynamics, electronic configuration, chemical bonding, molecular structure, gases, states of matter, and properties of solutions. Note: Only one of CHEM 1305, CHEM 1405, and/or CHEM 1411 can be used toward associate degree natural science requirements; the others may count as electives in the degree plan. Course Description: ACGM or WECM General principles, problems, fundamental laws, and theories. Course content provides a foundation for work in advanced chemistry and related sciences. THIS COURSE WILL REQUIRE A CONSIDERABLE TIME INVESTMENT BY YOU PLEASE BE PREPARED! Plan on dedicating around hours per week studying for this course (and probably a little bit more initially while you are becoming familiar with the course materials) This works out to around 4-5 hours every five to six days out of a 7 day week. You will need to structure your life where you can dedicate this time to the class. Use TIME MANAGEMENT TOOLS such as a scheduler / planner to ORGANIZE YOUR TIME! THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS IN THIS COURSE. You will get out of the class what you put into in it is all up to you! Academic Discipline Program Learning Outcomes 1. To provide the student a basic and practical understanding of chemistry (formulas, reactions, and calculations) and recognize its relevance in our daily lives. 2. To prepare our students to meet with success in higher level chemistry and other science courses when they transfer to four-year universities. 3. To prepare our students for professional programs requiring a mastery of General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, such as Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.

3 4. To enhance class lectures with a meaningful, hands-on laboratory experience involving making measurements, observing reactions, evaluating the results, and drawing conclusions with the involvement of lab group or other class members. Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) 1. Give names and formulas of elements, ions, and ionic and molecular compounds. 2. Categorize, complete, and balance chemical reactions. 3. Do chemistry calculations involving reaction stoichiometry and energy changes. 4. Relate the properties of electromagnetic radiation (frequency, wavelength, and energy) to each other and to the energy changes atoms undergo which accompany electronic transitions. 5. Identify the parts of the periodic table and the trends in periodic properties of atoms. 6. Relate the properties of gases with the gas laws and extend the application of these relationships to reaction stoichiometry, gas mixtures, and effusion/diffusion of gases. 7. Depict chemical bonding with dot structures and valence bond theory and determine the molecular shapes (geometry) of molecules based on VSEPR and valence bond theory. Learning Objectives (Numbering system linked to SLO) 1.1. Given the name, identify the formula and charge of positive and negative ions, and vice-versa Given the name, write the formula of ionic compounds, binary molecular compounds, and acids. Given the formulas of these types of compounds, name them Identify given reactions as combination, decomposition, single displacement, and double displacement Starting with the reactants, complete the reaction by writing the reaction products Given the reactants and products, balance the equation for the reaction Convert amounts in units of mass or volume to moles, and vice-versa Given the amount of one substance in a reaction, calculate the amount of the other substances that react and form Identify the limiting reactant and excess reactant in a reaction where more than one reactant amount is given Determine the amount of the excess reactant that remains as unreacted excess Calculate energy changes associated with chemical reactions using Hess's law, standard enthalpies of formation, or calorimetry Relate frequency, wavelength, and the speed of electromagnetic radiation Relate the energy change in the hydrogen atom to its electronic transitions using the Bohr model Identify and relate the four quantum numbers that can be associated with electrons Write the electronic configurations of atoms and ions, including the box diagram method Identify the common regions of the periodic table. Identify by name selected groups of elements in the periodic table Using the periodic table, identify the trend (increasing or decreasing in value) of selected properties of atoms such as atomic radius, ionization energy, and electron affinity Identify reaction similarities of elements within the same group in the periodic table Relate and calculate the pressure, volume, temperature, or amount of gas using Boyle's law, Charles' law, Gay-Lussac's law, Avogadro's law, the combined gas law, and the ideal gas law Perform stoichiometry calculations which involve gaseous substances Use Dalton's law and Graham's law to perform calculations involving gaseous mixtures and effusion and diffusion of gases Explain the assumptions of the kinetic-molecular theory of gases Draw the Lewis dot structure of molecules containing two or more atoms Based on the dot structure of the molecule, determine its electron domain geometry and molecular geometry based on VSEPR theory Given the dot structure, identify the hybridization of and geometry about each atom Explain the nature of sigma and pi bonding using hybrid atomic orbitals. SCANS and/or Core Curriculum Competencies Reading, Writing, Speaking/Listening, Critical Thinking, Computer/Information Literacy Methods of Instruction - The method of instruction will include, but is not necessarily limited to: directed and independent readings, homework, class discussions, and laboratory exercises. Grading Class Quiz / Attendance 5% OWLv2 Homework 10% OWLv2 Quizzes 15% Laboratory Exercises 20% Exam I 10% Exam II 10% Exam III 10%

4 Final Exam 20% Total 100% The following grade distribution scale will determine your course grade: % A % B % C % D 59 % AND BELOW F The student is encouraged to keep track of their daily grade! Classroom Environment Students will respect the classroom environment. Students will not intentionally obstruct, disrupt or interfere with the teaching and learning that occurs in the classroom. Students will not engage in any activity that demeans any student, instructor, or administrator. Such activities include, but are not limited to, oral and written communication that is ethnically derogatory, sexist, or racist in nature; unwanted sexual advances or intimidation; profane communication in any manner. Please turn off cell phones and computers during class. Failure to comply may result in removal from class. Sleeping (including resting head on desk or labtop) is not allowed. You are free to stand at any point during the class. Failure to comply may result in removal from class. Schedule: Monday, June 8, Lecture Tuesday, June 9, lab Wednesday, June 10, Lecture Thursday, June 11, lab Monday, June 15, Lecture Tuesday, June 16, lab Wednesday, June 17, Lecture Thursday, June 18, lab Monday, June 22, Lecture Introduction, Syllabus Review, Learning Web Introduction, Overview of OWLv2, Lab Safety Video Lab Safety Discussion EXPERIMENT 1 Measuring Techniques and Calculations (Answer prelabs before lab) EXPERIMENT 2 Separation of a Mixture (prelabs due) Ch 1 Chemical Foundations Ch 2 Atoms, Molecules, and Ions EXPERIMENT 5 Empirical Formula of an Oxide (prelabs due) EXPERIMENT 6 Formula of a Hydrate and Percent Water of Hydration (prelabs due) Ch 1 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 2 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 3 - Stoichiometry Case Problem: Failure to Launch Ch 4 Types of Chemical Reactions and Solution Stiochiometry (first half of chapter) Ch 3 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Exam I (Ch 1-3) Ch 4 Types of Chemical Reactions and Solution Stiochiometry (second half of chapter) EXPERIMENT 8 Metathesis Reactions in Aqueous Solution: Net Ionic Equations (prelabs due) Ch 4 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 5 Gases Ch 6 - Thermochemistry

5 Tuesday, June 23, lab Wednesday, June 24, Lecture Thursday, June 25, lab Monday June 29, Lecture Tuesday, June 30, lab Wednesday, July 1, Lecture Thursday, July 2, lab Friday, July 3, Lecture Monday, July 6, Lecture Tuesday, July 7, lab Wednesday, July 8, Lecture Thursday, July 9, lab VCL - Gas Compression VCL - Charles Law EXPERIMENT 13 Molecular Weight of a Volatile Compound (prelabs due) Ch 5 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 6 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 7 Atomic Structure and Periodicity EXPERIMENT 11 Heat of Neutralization (prelabs due) EXPERIMENT 9 Reactivity of Metals Activity Series (prelabs due) Ch 7 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Exam II (Ch 4-7) EXPERIMENT 4 Identification of Substances (prelabs due) Ch 8 Bonding: General Concepts (first half of chapter) Ch 8 Bonding: General Concepts (second half of chapter) Ch 9 Covalent Bonding: Orbitals EXPERIMENT 14 The VSEPR Theory of Molecular Geometry (prelabs due) Holliday No class Ch 8 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 9 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Ch 10 Liquids and Solids Ch10 OWLv2 Homework and Quiz due by 11:55pm, CST Exam III (Ch 8-10) VCL - Gravimetric Analysis of Chloride VCL - Volumetric Analysis of Chloride Final Review Final Exam Last Day for Administrative and Student Withdrawals: For Summer I classes, this date is June 29. Disability Support Services (DSS) "Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester. Faculty is authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office." For questions, contact Donna Price at or the Disability Counselor at each college. Also visit the ADA web site at: If you have any special needs or disabilities which may affect your ability to succeed in college classes or participate in any college programs or activities, please contact the DSS office for assistance. Academic Honesty Students are responsible for conducting themselves with honor and integrity in fulfilling course requirements. Disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by the college system against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. Penalties can include a grade of "0" or "F" on the particular assignment, failure in the course, academic probation, or even dismissal from the college. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. In this class, the penalty for willful cheating on exams is a grade of F in the course. This is the standard policy of the Physical Sciences department at Southwest College. Laboratory Policy On the first day of lab a safety video will be shown (about 35 min long) and a safety "quiz" will be given and reviewed. Each student will then sign a statement affirming his or her commitment to following safe procedures in the laboratory, and turn the form in to the instructor. You should be especially aware of the need for adequate eye protection in the laboratory. Protective glasses or goggles must be worn at all times during the laboratory period. Any student not wearing protective glasses or goggles after the experiment has begun may be given a zero for that experiment! Exams and Make-up Policy Examinations will consist of three non-cumulative regular exams plus a comprehensive final. Make-up exams will not be given, so make every effort to take the exams on their scheduled dates. Remember that the final exam will be comprehensive (meaning that it will cover all of the material from the whole semester). Please note that all students are required to take the final exam. Procedures I check my frequently and strive for a less than 48-hour response time to your messages, but please be patient. In order to manage the great many s I receive from students, I am asking that you include the following information in each

6 1. Identify the course number and course title. 2. Identify yourself stating your full name as you registered for this course. 3. Identify the assignment and date due or the subject of your message/question. Attendance Policy Students are expected to attend classes regularly. Students are responsible for materials covered during their absences, and it is the student's responsibility to consult with instructors for missed assignments. Class attendance is checked daily by instructors. Although it is the responsibility of the student to drop a course for nonattendance, the instructor has full authority to drop a student for excessive absences. A student may be dropped from a course for excessive absences after the student has accumulated absences in excess of 12.5% of the hours of instruction (including lecture and laboratory time). If circumstances significantly prevent you from attending classes, please inform me. I realize that sometimes outside circumstances can interfere with school, and I will try to be as accommodating as possible, but please be aware of the attendance policy. Assignment Policy Students are responsible for all information covered in the course. It is your responsibility to complete and submit all assignments and tests by their respective due dates. No late work will be accepted. No deadline extensions will be granted. No modifications will be made to the course schedule. Class Quiz/Attendance (5%) At the beginning of every lecture there may be a pre-lecture quiz on the assigned reading. The quiz will also account for your attendance. This assignment will be complete and graded during the beginning of each lecture. Notes are allowed for the quiz. OWLv2 Homework (10% + *10% extra credit) OWLv2, an acronym for Online Web-based Learning, is a tutoring and homework system. As you study an assigned chapter you will perform the assigned homework on OWLv2. The homework consists of two sections: 1) Mastery (worth ¼ of your chapter homework grade) 2) EOC (worth ¾ of your chapter homework grade) You are given ample time to complete and submit your answers to OWLv2 by the deadline. If you miss the deadline for submitting your answers, you will receive a zero for those questions. As noted earlier in this syllabus, if you use a non-college computer to access OWL, you are responsible for its performance. No additional time will be provided. You can repeat the homework UP TO 10 times. The highest grade recorded by the deadline for completing a chapter homework will be your grade for that chapter. *A minimum of 50% of the homework is required to be completed for full credit. Additional completed homework will be counted as extra credit. OWLv2 Quizzes (15%) When you are confident that you have mastered the assigned OWLv2 assigned homework, you will then take the chapter quiz. You may only take the quiz once. You have 2 hours to complete 20 questions. This is ample time to complete and submit your answers. If you miss the deadline for submitting your quiz, you will receive a zero for the missed work. As noted earlier in this syllabus, if you use a non-college computer to access OWL, you are responsible for its performance. No additional time will be provided. Laboratory Exercises (20%) Each assignment should be clearly titled and the answers to each exercise complete. Before you leave the lab, be sure to show me your report so I can review and initial it. Each student should arrive at the lab on time, with his or her lab manual. Laboratory reports are due one week after the experiment. Each report must be done individually, but of course you can work with your lab partners on it. Each report will be graded on a 10-point basis. Come to lab prepared. Read through the experiment beforehand, and answer the pre-lab questions in the lab manual. Exams (30%) The student is expected to understand the assigned materials before the test is administered. The tests have a 2-hour time limit. Exams I, II, and III will consist of 25 multiple choice questions. Students may use calculators for the exams. CELLULAR PHONES, PROGRAMMABLE/INTERNET ACCESSABLE CALCULATORS, AND COMPUTERS ARE NOT ALLOWED. Students need to bring a scantron to the exams. Final Exam (20%)

7 The student is expected to understand the assigned materials before the test is administered. The final exam has a 2-hour time limit. The comprehensive final exam will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions. Students may use calculators for the exams. CELLULAR PHONES, PROGRAMMABLE/INTERNET ACCESSABLE CALCULATORS, AND COMPUTERS ARE NOT ALLOWED. Students need to bring a scantron to the exams. Extra Credit Extra credit opportunities may be offered throughout the semester, at the sole discretion of the professor. EXTRA CREDIT IS NOT GUARANTEED. Disclaimer To accommodate emergent circumstances, the instructor reserves the right to make reasonable changes in the syllabus while the course is in progress. Any question of interpretation of course requirements or of understandings between a student and the instructor will be at the discretion of the instructor and/or the Chair of the Science Department. VCL S and In Class Exercises: Gas Compression Charles Law Flame Lab Blackbody Radiation Photoelectric Effect Photoemission of Gases Solubilities Within a Family Relative Reactivities of Metals Lewis Lab in class exercise Gravimetric Analysis of Chloride Volumetric Analysis of Chloride Course Syllabus and HCC Central Learning Web: Chem 1411 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I Summer 2015 Syllabus Lecture Slides Virtual Chemistry Labs Unit Analysis Document Lab Safety Video Chemistry Lab Equipment