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The University of Texas at Tyler
Index to Important Topics
Contact Info ............................ 1
Course Description ................. 1
Learning Outcomes ................. 2
Textbook and Materials .......... 2
Course Dynamics .................... 3
Canvas and Sapling ………….…… 4
SI and Examinations ............... 5
Honor Code & Course Grade .. 6
Tips for Success ...................... 6
University Policies ................... 7-8
Lecture Schedule .................... 9
Fall 2019
CHEM 1311:
General Chemistry I Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Instructor Contact Information & Office Hours
Section 003 (BUS 111)
Dr. Shaun Black Office: RBS 3029 Phone: 903-566-7348 Email: [email protected] Best method of contact is e-mail
In general, it has been my policy to be available for help any time I am at the university.
Black: M 9:00 AM—12:00 Noon
T 10:00 AM—12:00 Noon
or, by arrangement
Instructor Contact
Information
Office Hours
Course Website
Additional information and re-
sources can be found at the
course Canvas website located at
www.uttyler.edu/canvas. Look
for 2019-FALL-CHEM-1311.003
Prerequisites
This is a foundational core course
that has no prerequisite courses to
take; however, General Chemistry I
Laboratory (CHEM 1111) is a most
valuable co-requisite. Also, good
skills in algebra and geometry will
help you in General Chemistry I.
Course Description
General Chemistry I is the first of
a two-semester sequence that
explores the fundamentals of
chemistry. Chem 1311 examines
atoms and molecules from the
perspective of bonding and reac-
tivity. It covers an introduction to
matter and measurement; atoms,
molecules, and ions; reaction stoi-
chiometry; aqueous reactions;
thermochemistry; atomic electron-
ic structure; Periodic Table; chemi-
cal bonding; molecular geometry;
and gases and gas laws. Dr. Black
uses connections to everyday life
to make the course interesting.
CHEM 1311 meets
M,W,F 8:00-8:55AM
in Business 111
Course Learning Outcomes
1. To define the different classes of
matter, compounds, and chemical re-
actions. (Critical Thinking Skills)
2. To solve qualitative and quantitative
problems. (Empirical & Quantitative Skills)
3. To describe the electronic structure
of atoms and the periodic properties
of elements. (Critical Thinking Skills)
4. To explain the bonding and shape of
simple molecules and ions; to under-
stand the relative strength of covalent,
ionic, hydrogen bonds, and van der
Waals interactions. (Critical Thinking Skills)
5. To encourage good study habits and
skills to help the student fulfill their
intellectual capabilities. (Communication
Skills)
“Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.” - Albert Einstein (1950)
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Textbook
Chemistry: The Central Science
14th edition
Theodore L. Brown, H. Eugene LeMay,
Jr., Bruce E. Bursten, Catherine J. Mur-
phy, Patrick M. Woodward, Matthew W.
Stoltzfus, and Michael W. Lufaso
Pearson Education, Inc. (New York) 2018
ISBN-13: 978-0134414232
Excellent Book. Very informative and clear with a lot of helpful color
figures. Clearly written. Explains basic concepts well. Also anticpat-
es confusing points beyond the basics. (online reviews)
Student Solutions Manual to Red Exercises for Chemistry: The Cen-
tral Science 14th Edition (ISBN-13 978-0134552231) may also be
useful but is not required
Other Useful Materials
Scientific calculator capable of basic operations, logarithms, inverse, and scientific notation
A 12-inch ruler with metric scale
Physical molecular model set is useful
PowerPoint presentations posted on Canvas
Sapling Learning online homework
Other materials as may be assigned by the instructor
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Course Dynamics
Our course meets M,W,F August 26th through December 6th
at 8:00 - 8:55 AM. The comprehensive final examination will
be given Wed December 11, 2019 from 8:00 - 10:00 AM
Regular lecture attendance plays a very important role in
your overall success in General Chemistry I
Students should take adequate notes during lecture; review
these as soon as possible after class; and any questions can
be resolved with the instructor during Office Hours
Ask questions during lecture to clarify any confusions
Students must study outside of lecture. Outside work in-
cludes assigned readings, homework problems, review of
lecture notes, correction of any deficiencies, etc. Learning
Chemistry requires daily study, practice, and drill. Study
groups also help the student master course concepts
Mental discipline and repetition are very important in the
learning process
Students must keep up with all of the material as the semes-
ter progresses—don’t get behind!
Scores on examinations and homework will determine the
course grade, assigned on a straight percentage basis. How-
ever, class participation, initiative, attendance, and improve-
ment may also be considered in the final course grade
If an exam is missed, a score of 0 will be used during final
grade computation. No make-up examinations will be given,
except in the case of official university absences. No exami-
nation will be given after its scheduled date. If a student
must miss class for a religious observance, please inform the
instructor at the beginning of the course.
Any student with a low grade on an exam or homework
should consult with the instructor to ascertain the basis for
their low performance. Prompt action is most prudent.
Census Day, the deadline for all registrations, schedule
changes, and section changes, is Monday September 9,
2019. The last day to withdraw from this course (automatic
grade of “W”) is Monday November 4, 2019. Please consult
with your instructor before withdrawing. Failure to drop re-
sults in an “F” grade.
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Canvas Learning Management System
Our course is hosted on UT Tyler’s Canvas server at
www.uttyler.edu/canvas
Alternatively, on the UT Tyler homepage (www.uttyler.edu),
click “UT Tyler Logins” and select the “Canvas Log-in” link in
the menu
Enter your “Username” and “Password”; you will now see
your personal Canvas page
Notice all of the courses for which you are registered. If you
see a class that you should not be enrolled in, please contact
the instructor of that course to rectify the problem
If you have trouble with your Canvas account, please email
[email protected] or [email protected]
Most of the information you will access regularly will be un-
der the Modules tab; there, you will find General Course In-
formation, PowerPoint Lecture presentations, and useful vid-
eos
Announcements will contain periodic communications rele-
vant to our course business
Assignments contain your reading and on-line homework
assignments
Lastly, be sure to look for the Digital Toolkit in your Canvas
Dashboard for other resources useful in General Chemistry I
Sapling On-line Homework
Homework will be assigned regularly for you and should be
completed on your own outside of lecture class time. All of
these assignments will be posted on Canvas in Assignments
Please complete your homework assignments in a timely manner
Sapling homework will count 25% toward your final grade
Homework is accessed through the Sapling Learning website:
www.saplinglearning.com. Click “US Higher Ed” and then log in
with your username and password (access can be purchased
through Sapling or at the UT Tyler bookstore). Select the course
UT Tyler - CHEM 1311 - Fall19- BLACK and then work on the perti-
nent exercise or homework assignment
Help and hints are available
You may find Sapling’s introductory video useful:
vimeo.com/72453315
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S.I. (Supplemental Instruction)
Supplemental Instruction (“S.I.”) is a national program offered by UT
Tyler which aims to improve student retention and success
It will be helpful as another way to get your questions answered, a
place to conquer difficult concepts, an opportunity to get help with
your homework, and an approach to practice for exams
S.I. will be profitable because students who make regular use of
these sessions typically score about one letter grade higher than
they would without it
Weekly sessions are held at a convenient time by your S.I. leader, a
peer who has done well in the same course. Your S.I. leader attends
all your lectures and also spends time with your lecturer each week
to assure that they are well prepared and effective
Who should participate in S.I.? Every student who wants to enjoy
Gen Chem I and do well in this course.
Examinations
Four midterm examinations and a final examination will be given.
All examinations are comprehensive, but material covered since the
previous examination will receive the greatest emphasis
Examinations will cover material from the text, lectures, and any
other assigned material
Examinations will be in the multiple-choice format
Students must have only pencils, pens, eraser, and calculator at
their desks for examinations. Only non-programmable calculators
will be allowed during examinations; for students who do not have a
non-programmable calculator, one will be provided
Cellular phones are to be turned off and placed in the desk in front
of you during the examination
Under no circumstance should a student have paper, textbook,
notebooks, or other materials at their desk during an examination,
unless the instructor approves the materials. Scratch paper will be
provided
Students will have an opportunity during an examination to clarify
test questions that may be unclear
The best strategy for examinations is: “Test yourself before the
test”. Draw structures or reactions, work problems, consult with
your study group, study practice examinations, and/or make your
own examination to achieve this
Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated; see A Student Guide to
Conduct and Discipline at UT Tyler, available in the Office of Student
Affairs
Course Grade
4 Midterm Examinations (15% each) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60%
Sapling On-line Homework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25%
Final Examination (W 12/11/2019 8-10 AM) . . . . . . . . . . . 15%
100%
Incentive points may be added based on initiative, class participation
and attendance, professional attitude, and improvement.
Voluntary observation of ChemToy2 affords you +2% extra credit
Percent to grade ratio:
90-100% A 80-89.9% B 70-79.9% C 60-69.9% D 50-59.9% F
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UT Tyler Honor Code
UT Tyler has a simple honor code to help you focus on this essen-
tial aspect of academic life
UT Tyler Honor Code: I embrace honor and integrity. Therefore, I
choose not to lie, cheat, or steal, nor to accept the actions of
those who do
Consider memorizing the Honor Code
The Honor Code applies to all aspects of academic life, especially
during examinations and when you complete Sapling homework
Students are expected to help enforce the code for the Common
Good
A copy of the complete Honor Code document can be found in
Canvas under Modules
Tips for Success in General Chemistry I
Eat a healthy diet; include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
Attend all lectures; never miss a single one
Do Sapling Learning homework, and complete it well before each
exam; do extra problems
Make good use of Dr. Black’s office hours; ask for a “checkup” on
your progress
Consider attending S.I. sessions
Work extra hard if you are male, a freshman, a junior, an ethnic
minority, or a Biology or an Engineering major
Test yourself before the test: review PowerPoints, book, your notes,
homework problems, and ask questions; write a sample exam
Attend the review session before each examination; do last minute
studying based on areas of minor deficiency
Get plenty of sleep, especially before an examination
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Student Rights and Responsibilities
UT Tyler Honor Code
Every member of the UT Tyler community joins together to embrace: Honor and integrity that will
not allow me to lie, cheat, or steal, nor to accept the actions of those who do.
Students Rights and Responsibilities
To know and understand the policies that affect your rights and responsibilities as a student at UT
Tyler, please follow this link: http://www.uttyler.edu/wellness/rightsresponsibilities.php
Campus Carry
We respect the right and privacy of students 21 and over who are duly licensed to carry concealed
weapons in this class. License holders are expected to behave responsibly and keep a handgun secure and
concealed. More information is available at http://www.uttyler.edu/about/campus-carry/index.php
UT Tyler a Tobacco-Free University
All forms of tobacco will not be permitted on the UT Tyler main campus, branch campuses, and any
property owned by UT Tyler. This applies to all members of the University community, including students,
faculty, staff, University affiliates, contractors, and visitors. Forms of tobacco not permitted include ciga-
rettes, cigars, pipes, water pipes (hookah), bidis, kreteks, electronic cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff,
chewing tobacco, and all other tobacco products. There are several cessation programs available to stu-
dents looking to quit smoking, including counseling, quitlines, and group support. For more information on
cessation programs please visit www.uttyler.edu/tobacco-free.
Grade Replacement/Forgiveness and Census Date Policies
Students repeating a course for grade forgiveness (grade replacement) must file a Grade Replace-
ment Contract with the Enrollment Services Center (ADM 230) on or before the Census Date of the semes-
ter in which the course will be repeated. Grade Replacement Contracts are available in the Enrollment Ser-
vices Center or at http://www.uttyler.edu/registrar. Each semester’s Census Date can be found on the
Contract itself, on the Academic Calendar, or in the information pamphlets published each semester by the
Office of the Registrar. Failure to file a Grade Replacement Contract will result in both the original and re-
peated grade being used to calculate your overall grade point average. Undergraduates are eligible to ex-
ercise grade replacement for only three course repeats during their career at UT Tyler; graduates are eligi-
ble for two grade replacements. Full policy details are printed on each Grade Replacement Contract.
The Census Date is the deadline for many forms and enrollment actions of which students need to be
aware. These include:
Submitting Grade Replacement Contracts, Transient Forms, requests to withhold directory infor-
mation, approvals for taking courses as Audit, Pass/Fail or Credit/No Credit.
Receiving 100% refunds for partial withdrawals. (There is no refund for these after the Census Date)
Schedule adjustments (section changes, adding a new class, dropping without a “W” grade)
Being reinstated or re-enrolled in classes after being dropped for non-payment
Completing the process for tuition exemptions or waivers through Financial Aid
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Student Rights and Responsibilities (continued . . .)
State-Mandated Course Drop Policy
Texas law prohibits a student who began college for the first time in Fall 2007 or thereafter from
dropping more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career. This includes courses dropped at
another 2-year or 4-year Texas public college or university. For purposes of this rule, a dropped course is
any course that is dropped after the census date (See Academic Calendar for the specific date). Exceptions
to the 6-drop rule may be found in the catalog. Petitions for exemptions must be submitted to the Enroll-
ment Services Center and must be accompanied by documentation of the extenuating circumstance.
Please contact the Enrollment Services Center if you have any questions.
Disability/Accessibility Services
In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) the University of Texas at Tyler offers accommodations to students
with learning, physical and/or psychological disabilities. If you have a disability, including a non-visible di-
agnosis such as a learning disorder, chronic illness, TBI, PTSD, ADHD, or you have a history of modifications
or accommodations in a previous educational environment, you are encouraged to visit https://
hood.accessiblelearning.com/UTTyler and fill out the New Student application. The Student Accessibility
and Resources (SAR) office will contact you when your application has been submitted and an appointment
with Cynthia Lowery, Assistant Director of Student Services/ADA Coordinator. For more information, in-
cluding filling out an application for services, please visit the SAR webpage at http://www.uttyler.edu/
disabilityservices, the SAR office located in the University Center, # 3150 or call 903.566.7079.
Student Absence due to Religious Observance
Students who anticipate being absent from class due to a religious observance are requested to in-
form the instructor of such absences by the second class meeting of the semester.
Student Absence for University-Sponsored Events and Activities
If you intend to be absent for a university-sponsored event or activity,
you (or the event sponsor) must notify the instructor at least two weeks prior
to the date of the planned absence. At that time the instructor will set a date
and time when make-up assignments will be completed.
Social Security and FERPA Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Tyler to protect the confi-
dential nature of social security numbers. The University has changed its com-
puter programming so that all students have an identification number. The
electronic transmission of grades (e.g., via e-mail) risks violation of the Family
Educational Rights & Privacy Act; grades will not be transmitted electronically.
Emergency Exits and Evacuation
Everyone is required to exit the building when a fire alarm goes off. Follow your instructor’s direc-
tions regarding the appropriate exit. If you require assistance during an evacuation, inform your instructor
in the first week of class. Do not re-enter the building unless given permission by University Police, Fire
department, or Fire Prevention Services.
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Date Lecture Schedule Read Brown
Chapt #
CHEM 1311.003: General Chemistry I (Dr. Shaun D. Black RBS 3029)
S.I. Leader Katie Binkley (sessions M 4:00-5:20 PM, M 7:00-8:30 PM, Pass W 1-2 PM)
M 8/26/2019 Lecture 1: Introduction: Matter and Measurement 1 (p.2)
W 8/28/2019 Lecture 2, Chapter 1 continued; ChemToy2 distribution
F 8/30/2019 Lecture 3, Chapter 1 continued
M 9/2/2019 Labor Day Holiday
W 9/4/2019 Lecture 4: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions; ChemToy2 returned 2 (p. 42)
F 9/6/2019 Lecture 5, Chapter 2 continued (Career Success Conference 9/5)
M 9/9/2019 Lecture 6, Chapter 2 continued (Census date)
W 9/11/2019 Lecture 7, Chapter 2 continued
F 9/13/2019 Midterm Examination 1 (Chapters 1-2)
M 9/16/2019 Lecture 8: Stoichiometry 3 (p. 82)
W 9/18/2019 Lecture 9, Chapter 3 continued
F 9/20/2019 Lecture 10, Chapter 3 continued
M 9/23/2019 Lecture 11: Aqueous Reactions 4 (p. 120)
W 9/25/2019 Lecture 12, Chapter 4 continued
F 9/27/2019 Lecture 13, Chapter 4 continued
M 9/30/2019 Lecture 14, Chapter 4 continued
W 10/2/2019 Midterm Examination 2 (Chapters 3-4)
F 10/4/2019 Lecture 15: Thermochemistry 5 (p. 162)
M 10/7/2019 Lecture 16, Chapter 5 continued
W 10/9/2019 Lecture 17, Chapter 5 continued
F 10/11/2019 Lecture 18: Electronic Structure of Atoms 6 (p. 212)
M 10/14/2019 Lecture 19, Chapter 6 continued
W 10/16/2019 Lecture 20, Chapter 6 continued
F 10/18/2019 Lecture 21, Chapter 6 continued
M 10/21/2019 Lecture 22, Chapter 6 continued
W 10/23/2019 Midterm Examination 3 (Chapters 5-6)
F 10/25/2019 Lecture 23: Periodic Properties of the Elements 7 (p. 256)
M 10/28/2019 Lecture 24, Chapter 7 continued
W 10/30/2019 Lecture 25, Chapter 7 continued
F 11/1/2019 Lecture 26, Chapter 7 continued
M 11/4/2019 Lecture 27, Chapter 7 continued (Withdrawl date)
W 11/6/2019 Lecture 28: Chemical Bonding 8 (p. 298)
F 11/8/2019 Lecture 29, Chapter 8 continued
M 11/11/2019 Lecture 30, Chapter 8 continued
W 11/13/2019 Lecture 31, Chapter 8 continued
F 11/15/2019 Midterm Examination 4 (Chapters 7-8)
M 11/18/2019 Lecture 32: Molecular Bonding and Bonding Theories
W 11/20/2019 Lecture 33, Chapter 9 continued 9 (p. 338)
F 11/22/2019 Lecture 34, Chapter 9 continued
M 11/25/2019 Thanksgiving Holiday (through 11/30/2019)
M 12/2/2019 Lecture 35, Chapter 9 continued
W 12/4/2019 Lecture 36: Gases and the Ideal Gas Law 10 (p. 394)
F 12/6/2019 Lecture 37, Chapter 10 continued
W 12/11/2019 Final Examination Wednesday December 11, 2019 8:00-10:00 AM
M,W,F 8:00—8:55 AM BUS 111
