Dr. James R. FordOffice: Room b352d, Science BuildingEmail: jford@maine.eduPhone: (207)780-4734

URL: https://sites.google.com/a/maine.edu/chy-115-ford/Class Time: MW 8:45 - 10 am Science 167Office hours: MW 10-11:30 (b352d Science) and by appt

Principles of Chemistry II (CHY 115) SyllabusSpring 2015

Course Description:

A continuation of the presentation of fundamental principles of chemical science from CHY 113. These principles will be presented in quantitative terms and illustrated by examples of their applications in laboratories and in ordinary non-laboratory experience. This course and CHY 116 (normally taken concurrently) provide the basis for further study of chemistry. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHY 113.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course you should be able to:• Describe basic chemistry concepts, and utilize these concepts to draw conclusions and solve basic

chemical problems.• Use quantitative and qualitative scientific reasoning to understand and discuss current scientific issues

and advances.• Understand chemical properties, and apply this knowledge to determine the properties of specific

molecules.• Appreciate the applicability of chemistry to your major and your everyday life.

See the units on the course website for more detailed unit objectives.

Course Requirements:

Required• Text: Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity. 9th or 10th edition, by Kotz, Treichel and Townsend, published

by Brooks/Cole, Belmont, CA. There are a number of formats available (e-books, hybrid, etc.) - see www.cengage.com for a complete list with ISBNs.

• A subscription to OWL version 2 online homework.• Your own scientific calculator (NOT a calculator phone app, since you won't have your phone during

exams).Optional

• Essential Algebra for Chemistry Students by David W. Ball, ISBN-13: 978-0-495-01327-3• Survival Guide for General Chemistry, 2nd edition, by Charles H. Atwood, ISBN-13: 978-0-495-38751-0

Note that the bookstore generally offers a bundle consisting of the required text, recommended workbooks and access to OWL.

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Assessment of Performance:

In-class activities and clickersIn each class there will be worksheets and/or clicker questions. Worksheets will usually be group

activites and clicker questions may be either group or individual. There may be unannounced quizzes of approximately 10-15 minutes in length addressing topics from assigned readings and past work. Note that attendance is mandatory and will be tracked using clickers and in-class work. There are no make-ups for missedclasswork.

Online homework and class prep quizzesThere will be homework assignments via the online web learning (OWL) program associated with each

chapter/unit for this course. Pre-class prep quizzes will also be assigned for almost every class meeting using the OWL program. Each unit has a list of tasks with links to the OWL program, content videos and due dates for homework and pre-class quizzes. All homework and quizzes are due before class on the day they are assigned. Work is not accepted past the due date.

In-class exams, and final examThere will be 3 in-class exams and one final exam in this course. Make-ups are only allowed for the final

if you have contacted me BEFORE the exam, and must be taken within 2 days of the final exam date. There are no make-ups on the in-class exams. If you miss an in-class exam you will receive a score of 10 points below the average of your other in-class exam scores.

For each exam (including the final) you will be allowed a single 8.5x11" double-sided cheat sheet.

Grading

• OWL class prep: 10%• In-class activities, clickers:10%• OWL problem sets: 20%• In-class exams: 45%• Final exam: 15%

A complete description of course policies can be found on the course website.

Additional Help:

Office hours are listed above and posted on my website. Tutoring will be available for this course throughthe learning commons.

Students with Disabilities:

If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, please inform me during the first week of the semester, AFTER consulting with the Office of Academic Support for Students with Disabilities, 237 Luther Bonney (780-4706). For problems with writing or study skills, make an appointment at the Learning Center, 253 Luther Bonney (780-4228) or the Counseling Center, 106 Payson Smith (780-4050).

Academic Integrity

All students are expected to follow the academic integrity policies that have been implemented by the University. If you need to review the policy you can visit the website for the Office of Community Standards (http://www.usm.maine.edu/ocs/).

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