Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

CHEM-1112-003 Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory

Prerequisites

CHEM 1312 or concurrent enrollment

Course Description

Applications of quantitative and qualitative laboratory techniques, spectrophotometric analysis, titration, kinetic studies and oxidation-reduction reactions.

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Hours

(1 sem hr; 4 lab)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

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Textbooks

none 

Supplies

3-ring notebook, composition graphing notebook, pen 

Student Performance

Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

            1. Use basic apparatus and apply experimental methodologies used in the chemistry laboratory.

            2. Demonstrate safe and proper handling of laboratory equipment and chemicals.

            3. Conduct basic laboratory experiments with proper laboratory techniques.

            4. Make careful and accurate experimental observations.

            5. Relate physical observations and measurements to theoretical principles.

            6. Interpret laboratory results and experimental data, and reach logical conclusions.

            7. Record experimental work completely and accurately in laboratory notebooks and communicate experimental results clearly in written reports.

            8. Design fundamental experiments involving principles of chemistry and chemical instrumentation.

            9. Identify appropriate sources of information

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Expected Student Behavior

Students must follow all of the guidelines set forth in the Flinn Safety Rules Handout which includes the use of goggles and aprons at all times in lab. Students must pass the Safety Test with 100% accuracy. 

Grading Criteria

Pre-labs and labs will be 85% of your grade with the final exam counting 15% of your grade. Taking the final is not an option. All lab write-ups must follow the guidelines set forth in class. All parts of the guidelines must be completed. 

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 Attendance is required

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