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Course Syllabus
CHE 170 45Z1: General College Chemistry I (83766)
Spring 2016 Online

Instructor Contact Information

Instructor Name/Title: Dr. Paul B. Currie
Office Location:

JCC 258, Hazard HWY 15

Phone Number: 606-487-3246

Office Hours:

See Table Below

Email Address:

Monday
9:00-10:00am

Tuesday

1:00-3:00pm

Wednesday
9:00-10:00am

Paul.currie@kctcs.edu

Thursday

By Appointment
Only

1:00-3:00pm
BBIM 7-9PM

Friday

BBIM 7-9PM

Course Information
Course Description
Focuses on major chemical topics, including stoichiometry, atomic structure, properties of matter
and the relationship between molecular structure and chemical behavior. Emphasizes solving of
mathematical problems which illustrate the principles of chemistry. Designed for students in the
sciences, engineering, and pre-professional programs
Prerequisites
(ACT math score of 21) OR (College Algebra with "C" or better) OR (CHE 130 OR CHE 140 with a
grade of C or better) OR (CHE 160 with a grade of P) OR (Appropriate score on math or
chemistry placement exam).
Start Date: 1-11-16
Midterm: 3-7-16
End Date/Last Drop: 4-30-16
Textbook Information and Supplies
ConnectPlus for Burdge, Chemistry, 4/e. McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 9780077574253
NOTE: The above book is included in the cost of the course. There is nothing separate you need
to purchase.

Course Competencies/Student Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an understanding of general chemistry, including stoichiometry, atomic
structure, properties of matter and the relationship between molecular structure and
chemical behavior.
2. Evaluate and interpret numerical, chemical, and general scientific information.
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3. Apply information from other areas of study (such as mathematics and physics) to facilitate
their understanding and manipulation of fundamental chemical theories.
4. Analyze and solve chemical problems.
5. Relate chemical concepts to daily life.

General Education Course Competencies/Student Learning Outcomes

Natural Sciences (NS)
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the methods of science inquiry.
2. Explain basic concepts and principles in one or more of the sciences.
3. Apply scientific principles to interpret and make predictions in one or more of the sciences.
4. Explain how scientific principles relate to issues of personal and/or public importance.

Course Structure, Evaluation, Grading Methods, and Grading Policies

Basic Structure:
This course is arranged in four units. Each unit consists of 2-3 chapters. Each chapter has two
assignments, a LearnSmart Lesson and a study guide. Additional materials may also be available for
units to help you with the materials but they are not assigned. Once a unit is completed, there will
be a unit exam. After all four units are complete there will be a comprehensive final.
Descriptions of Graded Assignments
LearnSmart Lesson: This will guide you through the reading of the chapter and ask you questions to
reinforce what you have learned.
Chapter Study Guide: This will present you with material that you are expected to know for the
unit and final exams. Guided Solutions are available for most problems and this assignment may be
repeated as many times as you like. It is recommended that you repeat each study guide at least 3
times.
Unit Exam: This is a timed (120 min), single attempt exam with 30 questions covering the chapters
with in the unit (even distribution of questions per chapter).
Final Exam: This is a cumulative exam covering all three units. Like the Unit Exams it is timed (120
mins) and single attempt and has 30 questions.
Extra Credit: Five bonus points will be given for each assignment (27 total) turned in by its
recommended due date.
All assignments are due by End of Day on 5-4-16
Approved Course Outline:
I. Definition of Chemistry
A. History
B. Scientific method
II. Measurement
A. Metric system
B. Density
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C. Temperature
D. Significant figures
E. Precision and accuracy
F. Exponential notation
G. Dimensional analysis
III. Matter
A. States of matter
B. Classification of matter
C. Properties of matter
D. Physical and chemical changes
E. Atomic theory
F. Formulas and nomenclature of substances
IV. Atomic Theory and the Periodic Table
A. Fundamental particles
B. Isotopes
C. Quantum theory and electronic structure
D. Periodic table and trends
V. Chemical Bonding
A. Ionic and covalent bonds
B. Electron dot structures
C. Electronegativity
D. Shapes and polarities of molecules
E. Hybrid orbitals
VI. Chemical Reactions
A. Balancing equations
B. Types of reactions
C. Net ionic equations
D. Redox equations
VII. Mole Calculations with Formulas and Equations
A. Atomic and molecular weights
B. Mass-mole conversions
C. Percentage composition
D. Empirical and molecular formula
E. Stoichoimetry
F. Limiting reagents and percentage yields
G. Solution stoichiometry
VIII. Gases
A. Gas laws
B. Stoichiometry with gases
C. Kinetic molecular theory
IX. Solids and liquids
A. General properties
B. Changes of state
C. Intermolecular attractions
D. Types of solids
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E. Phase diagrams
X. Thermochemistry
A. Temperature and heat
B. Energy and units
C. Calorimetry
D. Enthalpy and enthalpy changes
E. Hess's law
Grading Summary
Assignment
Chapter 1 LearnSmart
Chapter 1 Study Guide
Chapter 2 LearnSmart
Chapter 2 Study Guide
Chapter 3 LearnSmart
Chapter 3 Study Guide
Unit 1 Exam
Chapter 4 LearnSmart
Chapter 4 Study Guide
Chapter 5 LearnSmart
Chapter 5 Study Guide
Chapter 6 LearnSmart
Chapter 6 Study Guide
Unit 2 Exam
Chapter 7 LearnSmart
Chapter 7 Study Guide
Chapter 8 LearnSmart
Chapter 8 Study Guide
Chapter 9 LearnSmart
Chapter 9 Study Guide
Unit 3 Exam
Chapter 10 LearnSmart
Chapter 10 Study Guide
Chapter 11 LearnSmart
Chapter 11 Study Guide
Unit 4 Exam
Final Exam
Extra Credit

Unit 1
Points
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Unit 2
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Unit 3
100
100
100
100
100
100
600
Unit 4
100
100
100
100
600
Final Exam
900
Extra Credit
135
4

Recommended Due Date

1/12
1/12
1/19
1/19
1/21
1/21
1/28
2/2
2/2
2/9
2/9
2/16
2/16
2/23
3/1
3/1
3/15
3/15
3/22
3/22
3/29
4/5
4/5
4/12
4/12
4/19
4/26
5pts for each assignment

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Totals (excludes extra credit)
GRADING SCALE:

5500

90% -100%
80% - 89%
70% - 79%
60% - 69%
Below 60%

=A
=B
=C
=D
=E

Class Policies/Procedures
Inclement Weather Class Policy/Procedure
During periods of inclement weather, all courses scheduled BEFORE 9:30 a.m., will be cancelled.
Learners will be asked to report at 9:30 for their 9:30 courses. Because this is an online class,
inclement weather should not be an issue. Situations will be evaluated on a person by person
basis.
General Class Make-up/Late Assignment Class Policy/Procedure (including weather related
make-up plan): Though a recommended schedule is posted, this course is work at your own pace
and so no specific make-up policy is needed. Weather related issues will be delt with on a case by
case basis. No assignments will be accepted after 11:59pm Eastern on May 4th, 2016.
Attendance Class Policy/Procedure
As this is a web based class, there is no formal attendance; however students are expected to
complete the work in the time allotted. Any student who has not completed the syllabus
agreement in Blackboard by January 19th will be reported as a no-show under KCTCS policy.
Withdrawal Class Policy/Procedure
A student may officially withdraw from any class up to and including the date of mid-term with a W
grade assigned to the students record.
After midterm and through the last class day (not including period for final, students will need
instructors permission.
Accommodations Procedure
Learners needing specific accommodations should contact the local disabilities service
representative to complete an Accommodations Plan which will ensure that the Learner receive full
benefits and that the instructor is aware and can make the proper adjustments in his/her courses
The HCTC Disabilities Services Representative is Julie Caudill, phone 800-246-7521 ext. 73486, email
jcaudill0129@kctcs.edu.
Appeals Process
Always begin the informal process by talking to your instructor. If issues cannot be resolved, then
talk with the Division Chair (see below for contact information). For information about academic
rights, academic offenses and the Learners formal right to appeal, Learners should review the
KCTCS Code of Student Conduct found on-line at http://tinyurl.com/mb4l7kf*
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Division Chair Contact Information:

Supervisor/Division Chair:

Dell Sasser

Phone Number:

606-487-3559

Campus/Office Location/Number:

Smith Admin
101 B
Lees College
Campus

Email Address:

Dell.sasser@kctcs.edu

Plagiarism Class Policy

Students are expected to submit their own work in their words or site sources in accordance with
ACS standards (http://library.williams.edu/citing/styles/acs.php).