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Introductory Chemistry 115 Syllabus
Spring
Course prefix/number/title: Chem. 115, Introductory Chemistry
Number of credits: 4
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: MWF 9:00-10:00am
E-mail:
Lecture/Lab Schedule: lecture 7:45-8:30 am, MWF, NSC 125 Lab T 2:00-4pm, NSC 121
Text: Introductory Chemistry, by Zumdahl, 6th 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. Exams may contain short
answer/essay, multiple choice, completion and problems. Periodic tables may be used on the exams and
will be provided by the instructor. 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%.
Final Lab: A special activity involving application of the principles of scientific method and inquiry will
occur the last two lab sessions and are due at the end of the last scheduled lab day. This will be covered
initially in the first lab of the semester and once more as you begin the final project.
Early Warn Attendance Policy will be followed!