• Martin S. Silberberg, Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, Fifth Edition, McGraw–Hill, 2009.
• A Scientific Calculator. Note: Programmable calculators will not be allowed on exams.
• A Quad–ruled Bound Laboratory Notebook, as described in class. Spiral bindings and tear–out pages are not acceptable.
• Laboratory Safety Goggles.
• Data storage device for files.

1. Use the metric system, factor–label method, and significant figures in solving problems.
2. Distinguish between atoms, molecules, ions and compounds.
3. Write chemical formulas for compounds and name chemical compounds from the formula.
4. Describe the structure of the atom, including the difference between the Bohr model and modern atomic theory.
5. Convert between units of mass, mole, and atoms or molecules.
6. Write and balance chemical equations, including acid–base, precipitation and redox reactions.
7. Make stoichiometric computations of either the yield or required reactants in a chemical reaction involving solids, liquids, solutions or gases.
8. Use the gas laws and kinetic molecular theory to explain the physical behavior of gases.
9. Compute the mass, volume, or pressure of a gas sample from the ideal gas law, including the application of these concepts to stoichiometric calculations.
10. Compute the energy change in chemical reactions using calorimetric data or data from tables.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by (1) problem assignments, (2) laboratory reports and (3) exams.

Laboratory–specific:
In addition to the outcomes above Learning Outcomes specific to the laboratory include the ability to:

1. Keep a well organized laboratory notebook consistent with the handout “Format for Lab Reports”.
2. Devise experimental procedures.
3. Carry out standard laboratory procedures including filtration, pipeting, solution preparation, dilution, titration, mass analysis, and calorimetric analysis.
4. Use electronic equipment to conduct experimental analyses.
5. Present scientific data in an organized and readable form.
6. Graph scientific data and compute the slope and intercept of a straight line using linear regression.
7. Interpret scientific data, and draw appropriate conclusions.
8. Statistically analyze data and draw appropriate conclusions regarding the accuracy and precision of experimental data.
9. Analyze unknown samples to within an accuracy of ±5%.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by laboratory reports.

Written communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Organize their thoughts clearly, as indicated by well–organized and logical writing.
2. Understand the material by expressing a clear sense of purpose, unity and focus in his/her writing.
3. Make connections between concepts developed in the course and topic specific applications.
4. Use correct spelling and grammar, including correct sentence structure, complete sentences, appropriate word choice, and punctuation.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by laboratory reports and essay questions on exams.

Quantitative Reasoning: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Use arithmetic, algebra, geometry and logic in solving problems.
2. Use estimating skills to approximate the answers to numerical problems.
3. Translate experimental data to graphic form, and extract meaning from such symbolic representations.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by data acquisition, summarization and/or analysis in (1) laboratory reports, (2) problem assignments and (3) exams.

Critical Thinking: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Recognize and use effective reasoning to evaluate information.
2. Differentiate between observations, such as trends in physical and chemical properties, and the explanation for those observations.
3. Provide reasons for the conclusions they reach and assess the relevance and adequacy of those reasons.
4. Connect past learning with current topics.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by (1) problem assignments, (2) laboratory reports and (3) exams.

Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Take responsibility for their own learning.
2. Accept stated/agreed upon policies, behaviors and procedures.
3. Share knowledge and understanding with others in discussions in lecture and laboratory.
4. Work in teams in the laboratory.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by (1) completing and submitting assignments in a timely manner, (2) active and meaningful participation in discussions in lecture and lab, and (3) working cooperatively and responsibly with laboratory partners in completing experiments.

Aesthetic Awareness: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Prepare data tables and graphs that are neat in appearance.
2. Produce written work with a clear structure, format, and appearance.

Success in achieving these outcomes will be demonstrated by laboratory reports.

At the end of the quarter should the point subtotals for the various learning activities not match this scale the points in each category will be prorated so that a match is achieved.

*Unknown Analyses. Three of the labs you will complete this quarter (Formula of a Hydrate, Hard Water, and Visible Spectroscopy) will require an analysis of an unknown sample. For these labs an additional grade will be assigned based on the accuracy of your analysis. For maximum credit you must be within 5% of the true value. You may repeat the laboratory if your results are unsatisfactory, but you will not earn full credit. Repeat experiments will be done on your own time and must be scheduled in advance with the laboratory technician. Details of the scoring are as follows:

Final Grades. Based on the percent that students achieve grades will be earned as follows:

College Policies Related to Grades. In accordance with the 2010 GRCC Winter Schedule (p. 3), to declare an intention to be graded pass/no credit the student must file a petition with Enrollment Services no later than February 26. For students who qualify, the registrar will convert the decimal grade submitted by the instructor to credit (P) or to no credit (NC). For more details see the College Catalog.

You should also note that students who earn less than 60% in a class, or who stop coming to class without officially withdrawing, will receive a grade of 0.0. The college includes this grade in the computation of your GPA. Furthermore, the lowest passing grade is 0.7, meaning that no credit is given for a class when a grade lower than 0.7 is earned. The last day to withdraw from a class is February 26.

If you have already documented a disability or other condition which would qualify you for special accommodations, or if you have emergency medical information or special needs I should know about, please notify me during the first week of class. You can reach me at the phone number or e–mail address above, or you can schedule an office appointment to meet me in the office listed above, either during my posted office hours or at another mutually determined time. If this location is not convenient for you we will schedule an alternative place for the meeting. If you use an alternative medium for communicating let me know in advance of the meeting (at least one week) so that appropriate accommodations can be arranged.