Introduction to Chemistry

 

Fall 2008

CHEM1003.1

 

Dr. Draganjac 

LSW549 Office 

LSW542 Lab 

mdraganj@astate.edu

 

LSW534 Lab 

972-3272

http://chemistryandphysics.astate.edu/draganjac/ax2e.gifCourse:  9:00 - 9:50 MWF   LSE206

Office hours: 8:00 – 8:50, MWF; 9:00 - 9:50 TR   (Others by appointment)

Text:   no text

Tests:  5 exams (500 points total for the exams).
   One exam at the end of each of the sections listed below:
 

Section

1. Metric System, Temperature Systems/Conversions, Significant Figures, Unit Conversions, Density, Review of Math, Operation of Electronic Calculators* 

2. Chemical Symbols, Atomic Theory, Law of Definite/ Multiple Proportions, Periodic Table**, Writing Formulas, Naming Compounds 

3. Stoichiometry, Mole Concept, Percent Composition, Empirical and Molecular Formulas, Writing and Balancing Equations

4. Theoretical yield, Limiting reactants, Solutions, Molarity, Dilutions

5. Gas Laws

Course related worksheets

Final exam: TBA.  The final will not be comprehensive.

Quizzes: 100 points - there will be 15 quizzes (10 points each), the 5 lowest quiz grades will be dropped to give a total of 100 points

Total points : 600

Grading - Straight percentage:  90+ A, 80 - 89.9999 B, 70 - 79.9999 C, 60 - 69.9999 D, Below 60 F.

Make up exams will be given at the end of the semester.  Failure to take the exam at the scheduled time will result in a grade of zero for that exam.
 

Make-up exams:

Exam times: see exam schedule page

times and dates will be posted on

http://chemistryandphysics.astate.edu/draganjac/ExamSchedule.html

In order to keep track off your grades, a Grade Performance Sheet is available.  Simply print off the form and fill it in with your grades or bring it to me (Dr. Draganjac), and I will give you your grades.  Keep in mind this is a generic form to be used with all of Draganjac's classes.   Federal Law prohibits discussion of your grade with anyone.  Also grades cannot be given by e-mail or over the phone.

*Graphing Calculators are not permitted in CHEM1003, CHEM1013 or CHEM1023. A solar powered Texas Instrument Scientific Calculator (estimated cost - less than $15) is recommended.  The simpler, the better.  You need one to do multiple roots, logs and scientific notation.  Other brands are acceptable but the student is responsible for learning the operational procedures.  Cell phone calculators will not be allowed.

** 1) Students are responsible for the first 103 elements.  Students must know the element's symbol, name and correct spelling of the name. 2) Student must know the name, formula and charge of the ions listed on the Cation/ Anion List.

Students who require academic adjustments in the classroom due to a disability must first
register with ASU Disability Services.  Following registration and within the first two
weeks of class, please contact me to discuss appropriate academic accommodation.
Appropriate arrangements can be made to ensure equal access to this course.

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