| Catalog Data
| This is the first-semester Chemistry course for all students
of science and chemical engineering. Topics include matter, measurements,
atoms, molecules, ions, use of formulas and equations, thermochemistry,
gases, electronic structure, the periodic table, covalent bonding, molecular
structure, liquids and solids, and solutions. Offered in the fall semester.
One semester; three credits. |
| Textbooks
| Chemistry: Principles and Practice; Reger, Goode, and Mercer; 2nd edition;
Saunders, Ft. worth, 1997.
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| Prerequisite: |
CHEM 101 at Christian Brothers University, or high-school chemistry
and satisfactory performance on the departmental placement examination. |
| Corequisite: |
CHEM 113L. MATH 117 or MATH 131. |
| Prerequisites by Topic: |
Elements and their symbols, names and formulas of compounds, valences,
balancing equations, elementary stoichiometry, and algebra (including
simultaneous equations). An inorganic formula and nomenclature test must
be passed during the first half of the semester. |
| Goals
| This course (along with CHEM 114) is designed to teach students the
fundamental principles of chemistry, not only as an end in itself, but
as a foundation for subsequent courses. A secondary goal is to demonstrate
the scientific method and its effectiveness. It is also hoped that students
will develop their ability to reason analytically and to assimilate and
understand a body of scientific knowledge.
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Syllabus |
| Topic |
Sections |
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| Introduction |
Chapter 1 |
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| Atoms, Molecules, and Ions |
Chapter 2 |
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| Stoichiometry I |
Chapter 3 |
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| Stoichiometry II |
Chapter 4 |
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| Thermochemistry |
Chapter 5 |
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| Gaseous State |
Chapter 6 |
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| Electrons in Atoms |
Chapter 7 |
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| Periodic Trends |
Chapter 8 |
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| Chemical Bonds |
Chapter 9 |
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| Molecular Structure |
Chapter 10 |
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| Liquids and Solids |
Chapter 11 |
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| Solutions |
Chapter 12 |
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| Exams |
5 |
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| Review |
1 |
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| Final Exam
| A cumulative final exam will be administered.
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| Attendance
| Attendance and punctuality are required.
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| Coordinator
| Dr. William Busler
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