Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

Introductory Chemistry 115 Syllabus

Course prefix/number/title

: Chem. 115, Introductory Chemistry

Number of credits:

Course Description:

The goal of Introductory Chemistry is to provide students with a foundation in

chemical concepts and principles. The class consists of three one hour lectures and one

two hour lab period. The class is designed for non-science orientated majors.

Pre-/Co-requisites:

none

Course Objectives:

Introductory Chemistry is designed to provide a firm foundation in chemical concepts

and principles so students will develop and appreciation of the vital role that chemistry

plays in their everyday lives.

Instructor:

Angie Bartholomay

Office/Phone

: Nelson Science Center, Room 111

Phone: 228-5471

Office Hours:

MW 9:00-10:00am, M,W,F 1:00-2:00pm

E-mail:

angela.bartholomay@dakotacollege.edu

Lecture/Lab Schedule:

lecture 7:45-8:30 am, MWF, NSC 125 Lab T 2:00-4pm, NSC 121

Text:

Introductory Chemistry, by Zumdahl, 6

edition.

Course Requirements:

Grading:Grades will be based on total points using the following percentage system: 100-90, A: 89-80, B;

79-70, C; 69-60, D; <60, F. Exams, research paper, and homework quizzes, and lab reports will be used to

determine the final grade. IMPORTANT! Any grievances concerning graded material must be addressed

within one week from the time the material is returned to the student.

Exams (5)

500pts

Lab Reports (25 pts. Each)

300pts

Final Lab

100pts

Quizzes (10pts. Each)

100pts

1000pts

Exams: There will be five exams during the course of the semester. The last exam will be just the material

covered since the prior exam plus a few questions from throughout the semester. Exams may contain

short answer/essay, multiple choice, completion and problems.

There will be no makeup exams unless

prior arrangements have been made. If you need to be gone for a school related activity or family

event, you will be expected make arrangement prior to the event and take the exam before you leave.

Homework: Homework will be assigned throughout the semester and will be discussed in class, these

assignments will be graded on a random basis. Homework is designed to prepare you for

exams and quizzes. You will be able to use homework on quizzes. If you do not

understand something in the readings, it is your responsibility to ask questions.

Laboratory: The laboratory portion of the course provides an opportunity to integrate lecture concepts with

observable activities.

Chemical splash safety goggles

and metric ruler are required and may be purchased

at the bookstore. Failure to wear to wear goggles will result in a reduction in lab report grades and

continued omission will result in removal from lab activities and a loss of all remaining lab points

available. Attendance at lab is mandatory. To obtain credit, you must be actively involved in the laboratory

activities. Regular lab reports are due at the beginning of the next lab period. Late lab reports will be

worth 50%.

Early Warn Attendance Policy will be followed!