CHEM 1152L – Survey of Chemistry II Laboratory
Course Syllabus – Spring 2015
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Course:
Number and Title:
CHEM 1152L (CRN 20344)
Survey of Chemistry II Laboratory
Credit Hours:
1.0 semester credit hours
Course Description:
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1152.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1151 with a minimum grade of D
CHEM 1151L with a minimum grade of D
CHEM 1152 with a minimum grade of D(can be taken concurrently)
Computer Requirement:
Each CSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access. For further information on CSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://www.clayton.edu/hub/itpchoice/notebookcomputerpolicy.
Computer Skill Prerequisites:
· Able to use the computer’s operation system (Windows®)
· Able to send and receive e-mail (Outlook® or Outlook Express®)
· Able to attach and retrieve attached files via email
· Able to use a Web browser (Internet Explorer®) and search engine
· Able to download files from a web site to your computer
· Able to use a word processor system (Word®)
· Able to use Microsoft PowerPoint®
· Able to use a spread sheet system (Excel®)
In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:
Student notebook computers will occasionally be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will also be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor.
Course Learning Outcomes:
After completing the course, student will:
· execute the procedure of a textbook laboratory experiment with attention to accuracy, proper procedure and health & safety.
· be able to collect relevant data and make careful, appropriate observations during the execution of the experiment.
· be able to interpret the data for the purpose of completing calculations and answering questions on the laboratory report sheet.
Program Learning Outcomes:
The following link provides the Clayton State University Core Curriculum outcomes (see Area D): http://www.clayton.edu/Portals/5/core_curriculum_outcomes_clayton.pdf
Instructor Information:
Instructor:
Dr. Caroline Sheppard
Office phone: (678) 466-4777
Fax: (678) 466-4797
Office: Faculty Hall, Room 132 (enter through suite 128)
Email:
Internet: http://faculty.clayton.edu/cclower
Office hours:
Tuesday1:00 - 3:30 pm
Wednesday 2:00 – 5:00 pm
or by appointment
Class Meetings:
CRN / Days / Times / Room20344 / F / 9:00 – 10:50 am / NBS 178
Textbook and Supplies Information:
Text:
Chemistry 1152 Laboratory Manual available online at: http://www.clayton.edu/science/Chemistry/CHEM-1152L
Supplies:
Laboratory safety glasses
Scientific calculator
Access to ChemDraw Std. 14.0 (http://sitelicense.cambridgesoft.com/sitelicense.cfm?sid=2560) or an earlier version of ChemDraw
You are required to supply your own safety glasses for the laboratory.These are available in the campus book store but may be purchased elsewhere.Safety glasses MUST be worn in the laboratory at all times. Safety glasses may not be tinted. Prescription glasses are not an acceptable substitute for safety glasses.If necessary, the instructor will deduct points from lab reports for not wearing safety glasses while in the laboratory.
Electronic calculators will be needed for laboratory calculations.The battery and working of your calculator will be your responsibility. You will find it useful to have your calculator in the laboratory.
Assessments:
You must complete the laboratory data sheet and report sheet for each experiment found on the CHEM 1152L web page (http://www.clayton.edu/science/chemistry/chem1152l). You should download the forms to your computer and complete them usingWord®, print them, and submit them to your instructor.Each report is worth 100 points with the grade distribution described elsewhere in this syllabus. The report will include the data sheet along with the report sheet. Assignments are due at the beginning of the lab period (the week after the experiment is completed). The penalty for late assignments is 10% per school day. Problems with printing (including SmartPrint) are not acceptable valid excuses for late work.Reports may not be submitted by e-mail.
Evaluation:
Your evaluation in CHEM 1152L will be based upon the following components:
component / pointsLaboratory Reports (12) / 1200
Grading:
The grade you receive in Chemistry 1152L will be based upon the following distribution:
letter grade / point rangeA / 1080 or greater
B / 960 - 1079
C / 840 – 959
D / 720 – 839
F / less than 720
Mid-term Progress Report
Due to the relatively small number of laboratory reports that will have been returned by mid-term, mid-term grades may not be reported for this course. If a mid-term grade is submitted, it will be issued on or before March 2, and reflects approximately 25% of the entire course grade. Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W." Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, by mid-term, which occurs on March 6, 2015.
Tentative Course Schedule:
The instructor reserves the right to alter the course schedule as necessary and will communicate any changes clearly to the class.
Date / Experiment to be performedJanuary 16 / Lab will meet to take roll to determine no shows
Introduction to the laboratory Element/Compound Autobiography
January 23 / ChemDraw Lab Exercise – bring your computers to this lab! We will meet in a classroom TBA.
January 30 / Molecular Models
February 6 / Reactions of Hydrocarbons
February 13 / Assessment of Hydrocarbon Unknown
February 20 / Paper Chromatography
February 27 / Caffeine
March 6 / Carboxylic Acids
March 13 / NO LAB
March 20 / Esters
March 27 / Aspirin
April 3 / Soap
April 10 / Biochemistry I
April 17 / Biochemistry II
Lab Clean-up
April 24 / NO LAB. Biochemistry report is due to instructor
May 1 / NO LAB.
Course Policies:
Laboratory Reports:
Laboratory reports are worth 100 points each. Laboratory reports are to be typed using the form supplied to you at the course website. The report should include the data sheet and the laboratory report sheet with all questions answered. The forms should be typed and printed and submitted on time. Reports will not be accepted via e-mail. The student is expected to spend time outside of the laboratory on the report sheet. Proper writing skills are expected. Points will be lost for poor grammar, spelling, writing, etc. and/or the instructor may request that the report be redone. Laboratory reports are due at the beginning (unless otherwise stated) of the next laboratory period. Reports turned in after the start of class will be treated as a day late. Late reports will have 10 percent deducted for each school day it is past due. Reports over nine days late will not be accepted. Problems with printing (including SmartPrint) are not acceptable valid excuses for late work.
Group Work:
We will normally work in small groups in the laboratory. It is each individual's responsibility to ensure that everyone in the group participates in all aspects of the experiment. You are responsible for cleaning all equipment used and keeping the lab neat and clean. Points may be deducted for failure to wear safety glasses while physically in the laboratory, for messy labs, late reports, horseplay in lab, etc., at the discretion of the instructor.
Even though we may perform the experiment in groups, and even though we encourage an exchange of ideas for comprehension of the laboratory exercise, all reports must be of an individual nature. Written work must be original and must be the individual's expression of the results and understanding of the laboratory concepts. Work that has been copied from another individual will result in the lowering of both scores.
Laboratory Safety and Accidents:
Laboratory safety rules will be discussed during the first laboratory meeting, and will be followed by all students in the course. Failure to follow these rules will result in deduction of points from your grade. Participation in laboratory activities involves an inherent risk of injury. In the event of injury, the student should immediately inform the instructor who will file an accident report. The injured party will be given first aid through Public Safety and will be referred to the appropriate medical facility for follow-up.
University Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students’ ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades.
Course Attendance Policy:
Attendance is required in lab until you have completed the experimental portion of this course. You will be institutionally withdrawn from the laboratory course if you have a total of FOUR excused or unexcused laboratory absences. The lab meets in the designated room at the designated time. You are to complete the assigned laboratory exercise at that time. Students missing a laboratory period will be assigned a grade of zero for the assignment done that day. Make-up laboratory experiences will only be offered at the instructor’s discretion and convenience and are only available to those students having valid excuses. The instructor cannot guarantee the possibility of a make-up lab. Students should contact the instructor via telephone or e-mail within 24 hours of the missed lab to schedule a make-up lab. After that time, no make-up labs will be scheduled.
Academic Dishonesty:
Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism.All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Community Standards. Judicial procedures are described in the Student Resource Handbook (Procedures for Adjudicating Alleged Academic Conduct Infractions beginning on page 16).
Disruption of the Learning Environment:
Behavior which disrupts the teaching–learning process during class activities will not tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF.A more detailed description of examples of disruptive behavior and appeal procedures is provided at: http://faculty.clayton.edu/Portals/145/Disruptive%20Classroom%20Behavior.doc.
Other Class Policies:
Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Resource Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.
As a courtesy to your classmates:
1. Arrive to lab on time, and stay until the exercise is complete.
2. No children or visitors are allowed in the laboratory.
3. Turn off phones, radios and other electronic devices. Pacemakers are allowed.
4. Replace all chemicals to the shelves with lids firmly attached.
5. Clean all spills that occur on and around the balances.
6. Be sure all glassware is cleaned with soap, rinsed and hung to dry;return all equipment to its proper place. No glassware should be left in the sink.
7. Be very careful with thermometers. These are very expensive!!
8. No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.
9. Be aware of all safety rules, policies and procedures.Abide by the safety rules while in the laboratory.
10. Wear your safety glasses (this is a must)at all times in the laboratory. If necessary, the instructor will deduct points from lab reports for not wearing safety glasses while in the laboratory.
Last update: January 8, 2015