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General Chemistry I Syllabus Overview
Course Information
This syllabus outlines the structure, policies, and content for a General Chemistry I college course. The course covers foundational topics in chemistry, including matter, energy, atomic structure, and chemical reactions.
Course Code: CHM 1142, Fall 2023
Instructor: Prof. Arun Ghosh
Location: McCall Hall, Room 214
Meeting Times: MWF 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM
Office Hours: MWF 9:00 – 12:00 PM (by appointment)
Textbook: Chemistry: The Central Science, 14th Ed. (2018) by Brown, LeMay, Bursten, Murphy, Woodward, and Stoltzfus
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the periodic table and stoichiometry, including chemical properties, reactions, and atomic structure.
Focus Areas: Periodic table, stoichiometry, chemical properties, reactions, atomic structure
Grading Policy
Grades are determined by a combination of class participation, homework, tests, and a final exam.
Component | Percentage |
|---|---|
Class Quiz and Homework | 20% |
Tests (in class) | 50% |
Final Exam | 30% |
Grading Scale: 90-100 (A), 80-89 (B), 70-79 (C), 60-69 (D), <60 (F)
Late Work: Late class work is not allowed.
Final Exam Date: December 8, 2023, 8:00-10:00 AM
Course Outline
The course is organized into the following chapters, each covering a major topic in general chemistry:
Chapter 1: Introduction: Matter, Energy, and Measurement
Chapter 2: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions
Chapter 3: Chemical Reactions and Reaction Stoichiometry
Chapter 4: Reactions in Aqueous Solution
Chapter 5: Thermochemistry
Chapter 6: Electronic Structure of Atoms
Chapter 7: Periodic Properties of the Elements
Exam/Assessment Policy
No mobile phones, notebooks, or outside consultations allowed during exams/quizzes.
Make-up exams and quizzes are only available under extreme circumstances and require written documentation.
Make-up work must be completed within one week of the missed exam or quiz.
If you drop the lecture, you must also drop the lab.
Disabilities and Academic Integrity
Students with disabilities should register with the Disabilities Act office and provide documentation for accommodations.
Use of unauthorized electronic devices during assessments is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action.
Summary Table: Course Components and Policies
Topic | Description |
|---|---|
Course Content | Chapters 1-7 covering foundational chemistry topics |
Grading | Quizzes/Homework (20%), Tests (50%), Final Exam (30%) |
Policies | No outside materials during exams; make-up work requires documentation |
Accessibility | Accommodations available for registered students with disabilities |
Additional info:
This syllabus provides a framework for the General Chemistry I course, ensuring students understand expectations, grading, and major topics to be covered.
Students are encouraged to review each chapter in detail and adhere to all course policies for successful completion.
