| Catalog Data | A one-semester laboratory course in chemistry designed to illustrate and explain the concepts covered in CHEM 115. Prerequisite: MATH 117 or Equivalent. Prequisite or Corequisite: CHEM 115. Offered in the fall semester. One semester; one credit. |
| Textbooks | Departmental Lab Manual |
| Prerequisite: |
1. Functions and graphs
2. Linear & quadratic functions, systems of 2 linear equations 3. Polynomial and rational functions 4. Exponential and logarithmic functions 5. Trigonometric functions |
| Corequisite: |
Understanding of the basic concepts of:
1. Scientific Measurements 2. Rules for Significant Figures 3. Atoms and Molecules 4. Elements and Chemical Compounds 5. Chemical Reactions 6. Stoichiometry 7. Thermochemistry 8. Chemical Kinetics 9. Chemical Equilibrium 10. Gases 11. Solid State 12. Solutions 13. Acids and Bases 14. Electrochemistry 15. Metals |
| Calculator Policy | You must use a graphing calculator on assignments and on tests. |
| Goals |
The course is designed to:
1. Teach the fundamental techniques used in the laboratory. 2. Equip the student with basic skills for making experimental observations. 3. Familiarize the student with mathematical development of laws suitable for scientific problems. 4. Acquaint the student with the importance of ethically reporting experimental data. |
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Syllabus |
Experiments
1. Safety Practices in the Chemistry Laboratory 2. Computer Graphing of Laboratory Data 3. Preparation of Aqueous Ferrofluid 4. Periodic Properties & LEDs 5. Quantitative Copper Analysis 6. Heat of Neutralization 7. Heat Capacities of Materials 8. Electrolysis of Water and Avogadro's Number 9. LCD Watch 10. Iodination of Acetone 11. Solid State Structures and Properties 12. Determining an Equilibrium Constant Using Spectrophotometry |
| Final Exam | The final exam is comprehensive. |
| Resources | Dr. S. M.
Condren's page for CHEM 115L CBU Internet Resources Useful Links |
| Attendance | You must attend all laboratory classes. |
| Coordinator | Dr. S. Michael Condren |
| Computer Useage | Several experiments involve using the computer to collect and analyze data. Among these are: Computer Graphing of Laboratory Data, Heat of Neutralization, Electrolysis of Water and Avogadro's Number, Iodination of Acetone, and Determining an Equilibrium Constant Using Spectrophotometry. |