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Chemistry 151 Syllabus and Course Information
Course Overview
This document provides essential information for students enrolled in Chemistry 151, including instructor contact details, required materials, course organization, grading policies, and online resources. Chemistry 151 is an introductory college-level general chemistry course.
Instructor Information
Professor: James H. Geiger
Office: Chemistry Building, Room 9
Office Hours: 1:30-2:30 PM MWF, and by appointment (email required)
Email: geigerj@msu.edu
Course Website: Google “cem 151 MSU” or access via D2L (link)
Textbooks and Study Materials
Required Textbook: An online version is included with the online homework (MasteringChemistry.com).
Recommended Textbook: Any edition of Chemistry: The Central Science (10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, etc.) is suitable.
Lecture Notes: Available on the course website.
Online Homework
Requirement: Online homework must be purchased and is a significant part of the course grade.
Introduction Problem Set: Completion is required for credit.
Platform: MasteringChemistry.com (used for both CEM 151 and CEM 152).
Online Homework Signup Instructions
Register for CEM 151 Fall 2025 Geiger at Pearson Enrollment using your Pearson student account.
Choose any available access option (prepaid code, credit card, PayPal, or temporary access).
Access your course from "My Courses" on Pearson.
If you need support, contact Pearson Support and provide the course ID: geiger61854.
MasteringChemistry Support
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Registration Tips & Tricks video
Additional contact information for Customer Support, including Live Chat
Course Organization
Lectures: MWF 12:40-1:30 pm
Recitation: Once a week (check your schedule). Small class size for individualized help from teaching assistants. Each section is one recitation group.
Note: Recitations will not be held during the first week.
Grading Policy
The final course grade is determined on an absolute scale by the sum of points earned from homework, quizzes, tests, and the final examination.
Component | Points |
|---|---|
Attendance (iClicker) | 20 (extra credit) |
Homework | 175 |
Recitation | 150 |
Tests (4 x 130) | 520 |
Final Exam | 145 |
Total | 1000 |
Note: The 20 points of extra credit will require iClicker participation. iClicker use will start next week.
How to Succeed in Chemistry 151
Attend all lectures and recitations.
Complete all assigned homework problems.
Practice extra problems as needed for mastery.
Focus on understanding concepts presented in lectures.
Engage with example problems for applied learning.
Topics Covered
The course will follow the textbook closely and cover the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Matter and Measurement
Chapter 2: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions
Chapter 3: Stoichiometry, The Mole
Chapter 4: Reactions in Water and Solution Stoichiometry
Chapter 5: Thermochemistry
Chapter 6: Electronic Structure of Atoms
Chapter 7: The Periodic Table
Chapter 8: Chemical Bonding
Chapter 9: Molecular Geometry
Chapter 23: Coordination Chemistry
Chapter 24: Organic and Biological Chemistry
Additional info: This syllabus provides a comprehensive overview of course logistics, grading, and required materials for General Chemistry I. Students should refer to the course website and D2L for further details and updates.
