CHEM 101-08 Syllabus: Foundations of GOB Chemistry

Course Overview

This syllabus outlines the structure, policies, and content for CHEM 101-08, an introductory course in General, Organic, and Biological (GOB) Chemistry at Goodwin University. The course is designed for students pursuing health-related fields and covers foundational concepts in chemistry, including measurements, matter, atomic structure, chemical reactions, solutions, acids and bases, and the chemistry of biological molecules.

Course Description

• Introduction to the principles of chemistry with emphasis on applications in health sciences.

• Covers general chemistry (atomic structure, chemical reactions, solutions), organic chemistry (hydrocarbons, functional groups), and biochemistry (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids).

• Focus on problem-solving, laboratory skills, and the relationship between chemistry and biological systems.

Prerequisites

• Math 125 or equivalent (co-requisite or prerequisite).

Course Goals

• Develop an understanding of chemistry as the foundation of biological and health sciences.

• Apply the metric system and perform chemical calculations.

• Describe atomic structure and chemical bonding.

• Classify and predict chemical reactions.

• Understand the properties of solutions, acids, and bases.

• Relate chemical concepts to biological molecules and processes.

Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment Methods

Learning Outcome	Assessment Method
Apply the metric system and perform chemical calculations	Quizzes, Exams, Lab Reports
Analyze atomic structure and bonding	Quizzes, Exams, Lab Reports
Classify and predict chemical reactions	Quizzes, Exams, Lab Reports
Describe the properties of solutions, acids, and bases	Quizzes, Exams, Lab Reports
Relate chemical concepts to biological molecules	Quizzes, Exams, Lab Reports

Required Text

• Title: Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry, 13th Edition, Bettelheim, Brown, Campbell, Farrell, Torres

• Publisher: Cengage

• Access to MindTap (online homework platform) is required.

Course Outline / Class Schedule

Week	Topics Covered	Readings/Assignments	Laboratory Exercise
1	Chemistry and Measurements; Matter and Energy	Chapters 1 & 2	Lab Safety, Scientific Method
2	Atoms and Elements	Chapter 4	Caloric Content of Food
3	Nuclear Chemistry	Chapter 5	Atomic, Cations, and Anions
4	Chemical Reactions and Chemical Quantities	Chapters 6 & 7	Mole Conversions
5	Gases	Chapter 8	Gas Laws
6	Solutions	Chapter 9	Osmosis and Diffusion
7	Acids and Bases	Chapter 10	pH Lab
8	Organic Compounds	Chapter 11	Organic Compounds
9	Alcohols, Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones	Chapter 12	More Chromatography
10	Carbohydrates	Chapter 13	Review
11	Carboxylic Acids, Esters, Amines, Amides	Chapter 14	Lab Practical Quiz
12	Lipids	Chapter 15	Final Exam

Additional info: The schedule includes reading weeks and review sessions. Students are encouraged to check Canvas for updates.

Grading Policy

• Quizzes/Tests: 55%

• Laboratory: 15%

• Final Exam: 15%

• Class Participation/Discussion: 15%

Grades are assigned according to the standard scale (A: 93-100%, B: 85-92%, etc.).

Class Policies

• Attendance and participation are required for success.

• Assignments must be submitted on time; late work may not be accepted without prior approval.

• Academic integrity is strictly enforced; plagiarism or cheating will result in disciplinary action.

• Communication with the instructor should be via official university email or Canvas.

Important Dates

• September 5th: Start of semester

• October 9th: Indigenous People's Day (no classes)

• October 23rd-27th: Reading Week

• November 22nd-24th: Thanksgiving Break

• December 25th: Last day of semester

Support Services

• Academic support and accommodations are available through the university's support services.

• Contact information for technical support, library, and student affairs is provided in the syllabus.