Chemistry 146 Syllabus

Spring 2008, CHEM 146, Fundamentals of Chemistry II
Dr. S.E. Van Bramer
Kirkbride 465
610/499-4516
610/499-4496 (fax)
svanbram@science.widener.edu		 Office Hours
Mon 9:00-9:50
Tue 9:30-10:45
Wed 9:00-9:50; 12:00-12:50
Fri 11:00-11:50

Textbook

  1. Required Text:
    1. Kotz, J.; Treichel, P.; Weaver, G. Chemistry & Chemical Reactivity 6th ed.; Thomson: Belmont, CA, 2006.
    2. Banks, A. Student Solutions Manual; Thomson: Belmont, CA, 2006.
  2. Supplemental Text: Townsend, J. Student Study Guide; Thomson: Belmont, CA, 2006.

Course Description

CHEM 146 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (FORMERLY FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY II) This is the second semester of a two semester introductory chemistry sequence for science, engineering, and pre-med programs. Topics include kinetics, equlibria, acid base reactions, aqueous equilibria, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 145. Corequisite: CHEM 148. 3 hours lecture. 1 hour recitation. 3 semester hours

Goals and Objectives

Background Knowledge

Chemistry 145, Fundamentals of Chemistry I, is a prerequisite for this class. If you have not passed Chemistry 145 you may not take this course. If your grade was lower than a C, you should be advised that Fundamentals of Chemistry II requires a strong background knowledge from chemistry I. You must know how to do mole calculations, chemical nomenclature (including names of the first 36 elements and the common polyatomic ions), stoichiometry calculations, and limiting reagent calculations. "How to make the grade in chemistry" is a collection of comments about what it takes to succeed in this class, you should take a look at this to help you identify strategies for success.

Schedule:

Lecture is scheduled for M, W, F at 8:00 am in KB 223. Recitation/Quiz is scheduled for Thursday (Section C 12:30, Section D 9:30). The Friday (3:00 - 4:30) time period is for Exams. The typical student should expect to spend 12 hours a week studying for this class. The exams are scheduled for the dates below. Make up exams will not be given.

Exam Schedule
Exam 1 Friday February 1, 3:00 PM
Exam 2 Friday February 22, 3:00 PM
Exam 3 Friday March 28, 3:00 PM
Exam 4 Friday April 25, 3:00 PM
Final TBA

Cheating and Plagiarism:

Cheating and Plagiarism will not be tolerated and are grounds for FAILURE in the course. The University's policy on cheating and other forms of academic fraud will be strictly enforced. When in doubt about what is acceptable, ask the instructor. You will do some work in small groups and interaction is strongly encouraged in this setting. You, however, are ultimately responsible for the material. Working together on homework problems is acceptable, but you must reference other people's ideas. Quiz's and Exams must be your own work. You are allowed to use a calculator and a pen or pencil for quizzes and exams. No other materials are allowed. For additional information read "What is Plagiarism". A copy of the appeal procedure for student academic grievances is available in the Science Division office.

Attendance:

You are expected to attend lecture. Lecture will supplement the textbook and a significant amount of time is spent working problems.  Unannounced bonus exercises may be given in lecture.  Attendance is taken to enforce University attendance policies. Poor attendance is the most common cause of failure in this course. 

Grading:

+/- grades are used. Your grade is based upon performance on the following:
  1. 80 pts. 8 Homework sets.
  2. 120 pts. 12 quizzes.
  3. 400 pts. 4 Exams.
  4. 200 pts. 1 Final Exam.

Make Up Exams:

  1. If you have advance notice of an absence you must make arrangements with the instructor before the exam is given. Failure to do so will result in a ZERO for the exam.
  2. If you are unable to take an exam and do not have advance notice you must; have an acceptable and documented excuse, be prepared to document your absence, and contact the instructor before the next class meeting.
  3. Undocumented or unacceptable absences result in a zero on the quiz or exam.
  4. If a makeup exam is given, your grade will be the LOWEST of the following:
    1. Your score for the makeup exam.
    2. Your class weighted average for the final.

Office Hours:

I will be available in my office during scheduled office hours. Any changes in these hours will be posted on my office door and on the Web site. At other times I am happy to help you, if I have time. Feel free to call and make an appointment if you need extra help. You are strongly encouraged to ask questions and seek help early. Chemistry is challenging. When you do not understand something, ask. 

WWW:

Supplementary course material and a listing of topics is posted on the WWW http://science.widener.edu/~svanbram/. Any updates to the course Syllabus will be posted here. In addition the site includes; lecture notes, solutions to homework problems, solutions to problem sets, links to interesting sources on the Web, handouts, and reading guides.

Chemistry Now

The Publisher's website for the textbook. This includes all the content on the CD-ROM and lots more. Your textbook should include an access code that you can use to login to this site. It is an excellent resource IF YOU USE IT. http://now.brookscole.com/kotz6e/

E-Mail:

Each student in the class has a campus cruiser account. Students are expected to check their e-mail on a regular basis. Feel free to e-mail me, at: svanbram@science.widener.edu. I check my account often (including evenings and weekends) and will respond as soon as possible. I will frequently post information to the class via e-mail. You are responsible for checking your e- mail.

CD-ROM

A CD-ROM is included with the textbook.
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Scott Van Bramer
Department of Chemistry
Widener University
Chester, PA 19013

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