General Chemistry II (CH 222Z) Syllabus and Course Structure Study Guide

General Chemistry II (CH 222Z) Syllabus Overview

Course Description and Structure

This course builds upon foundational principles from General Chemistry I, focusing on the study of matter in solid, liquid, and gaseous states. It emphasizes stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium, particularly in aqueous and gas-phase reactions. The course is designed for students who have successfully completed introductory chemistry prerequisites.

• Course Credits: 4 credits (approx. 120 hours of instruction and assignments)

• Prerequisite: Completion of General Chemistry I or equivalent with a C- or better

• Required Textbook: Tro, Chemistry Structure and Properties, 3rd ed., Pearson Education, 2024

• Required Tools: Scientific calculator, Mastering Chemistry access code

Weekly Topics and Chapter Coverage

The course is organized by weekly modules, each focusing on a specific chapter or topic relevant to general chemistry. Below is a summary of the main topics covered:

• Week 1-2: Chapter 9 - Thermochemistry

• Week 3-4: Chapter 10 - Gases

• Week 5: Chapter 11 - Liquids, Solids, and Intermolecular Forces

• Week 6: Chapter 13 - Solutions

• Week 7-8: Chapter 14 - Chemical Kinetics

• Week 9-10: Chapter 15 - Chemical Equilibrium

Each chapter aligns with core general chemistry concepts, including thermochemistry, gas laws, intermolecular forces, solution chemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

• Apply stoichiometry to problems involving reactions, gases, liquids, solutions, thermochemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium.

• Use kinetic molecular theory and gas laws to predict gas behavior under various conditions.

• Identify and apply intermolecular forces to explain physical properties of solids, liquids, and solutions.

• Describe solution concepts and factors affecting solution properties.

• Analyze factors affecting chemical reaction rates and the role of catalysis.

• Explain thermal energy transfer and energy changes in chemical and physical processes using thermochemistry concepts.

• Identify and use appropriate equations for gas laws, solutions, colligative properties, thermochemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium.

Key Chemistry Concepts and Equations

• Thermochemistry: Study of energy changes in chemical reactions.

  • Equation: $\Delta H = \Delta E + P\Delta V$

  • Application: Calculating enthalpy changes in reactions.

• Gas Laws: Relationships between pressure, volume, temperature, and moles of gas.

  • Equation: $PV = nRT$ (Ideal Gas Law)

  • Application: Predicting gas behavior under changing conditions.

• Intermolecular Forces: Types include hydrogen bonding, dipole-dipole, and London dispersion forces.

  • Application: Explaining boiling points, solubility, and physical properties.

• Solutions: Concepts such as concentration, solubility, and colligative properties.

  • Equation: $M = \frac{\text{mol solute}}{\text{L solution}}$ (Molarity)

• Chemical Kinetics: Study of reaction rates and mechanisms.

  • Equation: $\text{Rate} = k[A]^m[B]^n$

  • Application: Determining how factors like concentration and temperature affect reaction speed.

• Chemical Equilibrium: Dynamic balance between forward and reverse reactions.

  • Equation: $K = \frac{[\text{products}]}{[\text{reactants}]}$

  • Application: Predicting concentrations at equilibrium.

Assignments and Evaluation

Student performance is evaluated through a combination of quizzes, homework, participation, exams, and reflection assignments. The grading scale is clearly defined, and late assignment policies are in place to accommodate student needs.

Assignment Type	Points
Pre-Assessment	8
Introductory Quiz	5
Pre-Class Quizzes	24
Weekly Quizzes	70
Participation	48
Homework	50
Exam Wrappers	20
Midterm Exams	250
Final Exam	200
Total	675

Grading Scale

Grade	Percent Range
A	92-100
A-	89-91
B+	86-88
B	82-85
B-	79-81
C+	76-78
C	72-75
C-	69-71
D+	66-68
D	62-65
D-	59-61
F	0-58

Academic Integrity and Course Policies

Students are expected to uphold academic integrity, avoid misconduct, and follow university guidelines. AI applications are not permitted for any course work. Accommodations are available for students with disabilities, and resources are provided for academic and personal support.

Course Schedule and Exams

• Midterm Exams: Weeks 4 and 8, Thursday evenings

• Final Exam: Week 10, Monday evening (cumulative)

• Group Exams: Administered prior to midterms, can only improve individual scores

Additional Information

• Late tokens allow limited extensions for assignments (not exams or attendance).

• ACS General Chemistry Exam will be administered in CH 223Z for curriculum assessment.

• Student support resources and surveys are available for academic success and feedback.