Principles of Chemistry II Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

CHEM-1312-DC001 Principles of Chemistry II

Prerequisites

CHEM 1311-minimum grade of C Corequisite: CHEM 1112

Course Description

Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid-base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Zumdahl Chemistry, 5^thedition, by Zumdahl and Zumdahl

\ The school will provide your textbook.

Supplies

\ Spiral notebook, pencil, scientific graphing calculator (preferably TI) 

Student Performance

\ Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

\ 1. State the characteristics of liquids and solids, including phase diagrams and spectrometry.

\ 2. Articulate the importance of intermolecular interactions and predict trends in physical properties.

\ 3. Identify the characteristics of acids, bases, and salts, and solve problems based on their quantitative relationships.

\ 4. Identify and balance oxidation-reduction equations, and solve redox titration problems.

\ 5. Determine the rate of a reaction and its dependence on concentration, time, and temperature.

\ 6. Apply the principles of equilibrium to aqueous systems using LeChatelier’s Principle to predict the effects of concentration, pressure, and temperature changes on equilibrium mixtures.

\ 7. Analyze and perform calculations with the thermodynamic functions, enthalpy, entropy, and free energy.

\ 8. Discuss the construction and operation of galvanic and electrolytic electrochemical cells, and determine standard and non‐standard cell potentials.

\ 9. Define nuclear decay processes.

\ 10. Describe basic principles of organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

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Expected Student Behavior

\ Reading the text: It is vital that you read the text before the lecture on that class. This will greatly improve your understanding of the topic and, therefore, your grade. As there is a large amount of information to cover in this class, not all of it can be covered in the time allotted for the class. You are responsible for the information presented in the text even if it is not covered in lecture.

Grading Criteria

EXAMS: Given at the end of each unit (there are 10 units) and will follow the AP test format with Multiple Choice and Free Response. The exams will cover current and previously covered material. The tests are curved somewhat. Exams will be 40% of your grade.

QUIZZES: Given at the end of each unit. There are two types of quizzes: the Net Ionic Equation Quiz and the Take Home Quiz. The NIE is given in class. On the THQ, the students may use their notes and books and may consult (but not cheat) with their fellow classmates.  However, the students may not use any other resources on the THQ, including the computer. The quizzes will cover current and previously covered material. Quizzes will be 20% of your grade.

Homework Problems: Problems will be assigned throughout each unit. I highly suggest that these problems be done on the day they are assigned. The problems must be in order given on the individual unit schedules and must be in a spiral notebook. The problems will be graded on the same day as the unit assessment. These will be worth 25% of your grade.

Final Exam: Exam will be the General Chemistry ASC exam and will be worth 15% of your grade. Taking the final is not an option. The date is subject to the Randall HS final exam schedule.

LATE ASSIGNMENTS: There are no late assignments. All assignments are due on the assigned dates.

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\ Attendance is required. 

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\  ***This syllabus is subject to change. You will be informed of any changes to the syllabus.***