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Abu Dhabi UniversityCollege of College of Arts and Science

Course Syllabus

Environmental Science Program/Engineering programs/Environment health and safety Fall 2014-15

Course Name:General Chemistry I

Course Code:CHE 205

Course Pre-requisites:ENG 100 and UNS 100

Course Co-requisites:None

Credit hours:3

Instructors Name:Dr.Jolly Jacob

Telephone:02 5015808E-mail:Jolly.jacob@adu.ac.ae

Class Location:Class: Section 1 & 4 Time: Monday, Wednesday

Office Location:DF169Office Hours: see BB

1. Course DescriptionChemistry is the study of matter and interactions This course introduces the principles of chemistry including; elements and their symbols, the periodic table, names and formulas of compounds, chemical reactions, balancing chemical equations, stoichiometry, and other major principles of organic and in-organic substances. Laws and applications will also be described in this course. This course gives the students a full idea about the basic definitions of chemistry, chemical interactions and laws, and characteristics of mater. Also, it reviews important algebraic concepts and introduces the use of these concepts in chemistry.

2. Learning Outcomes

Expected Learning Outcomes and Associated Measures

Course Learning OutcomeRelevant Program Learning OutcomeAssessment Tool(s)*

1. Upon successful completion of this course, students will acquire: In-depth understanding of the concepts required for developing and managing Chemical laws and theories Chemical calculations

1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical,biological and physical processes

Examination -1

Mid-term examination

2. Knowledge of the theoretical concepts underlying Atoms, the models regarding the atoms, and the bonding between atoms How to use the periodic table of elements and the properties of elements and compounds, and how to name chemical compounds properly Chemical formulas, chemical reactions and the mole concept Energy and matter relationships Gases Solutions and molarity stoichiometry Chemical equilibrium Redox reactions Thermodynamics Acids and bases1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical, biological and physical processes

Final Examination

3.The ability to effectively apply analytical criteria to solve relevant problems and calculations of the studied chemical laws and concepts1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical, biological and physical processes

Mid-term examination

Examination -1

4.The ability to structure and report innovative ideas effectively verbally, visually and in writing

1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical, biological and physical processes

Examination -2

5.The ability to manage time and work deadlines

1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical, biological and physical processes

Home work.

Class Assignments

6.The ability to conduct team work and work independently as well1.Describe the essential processes of the ecological systems in the world in terms of chemical, biological and physical processes

Participation

*Please note that the assessment tool(s) are to be used in assessing the course learning outcomes.

3. Weekly Outline

WeekTopicReadings (Textbook)

1Syllabus and Introduction to chemistry CHAPTER-1

2Molecules ,ions &compounds CHAPTER-2

3Atomic theory CHAPTER-7

4Stoichiometry CHAPTER-3

5Stoichiometry Continued CHAPTER-3

6Periodic table CHAPTER8

7Aqueous solutions

CHAPTER-4

8Aqueous solutions

CHAPTER-4

9The Gas Laws CHAPTER-5

10Redox reactions, electrochemistry

CHAPTER-19

11Redox reactions, electrochemistry continued

CHAPTER-19

12Chemical equilibrium CHAPTER-15

13Energy relationships &Thermodynamics

CHAPTER-18

14Energy relationships &Thermodynamics

Chapter-18

15. Review and make up exams

4. Pedagogy Learning ProcessEngineering and General science courses will be taught using a variety of pedagogical models. These will include theory-led teaching, case-method education and project-based/team-based teaching. Teaching based on exposition of theory will be applied to engineering and construction science. Case-method teaching will use real-world business experiences in order to demonstrate the application of general principles and to apply them to specific problems posed during the course of instruction.

Project-based and team-based education will be experiential; students will learn by doing, as much as they would in a natural sciences laboratory class. Project-based education will also give students an opportunity to learn how to assemble and coordinate necessary information, assert authority and delegate responsibility. This is particularly important in the construction industry, in which the essential tasks are the management of people and information.

The instructors will not expect students to be passive recipients of information. They will require that students participate actively in their own learning. Learning activities will include power point lectures, and use of short video films. Both group and individual work will be expected. Students may also be requested to participate in student-instructor conferences, small group discussions, audio visual aided presentations, and in other methods of presenting and analyzing information.

Students will also be expected to read the textbooks or other assigned reading outside of class and to participate in the critical evaluation of the material through small-group and class discussion and individual writing.

5. Textbooks and Learning Material

a. Textbook

Chang, R. &Kenneth G (2013 ). General Chemistry: The Essential Concepts (7 th Ed.). New York: McGraw Hill.

References Chemistry A molecular approach Nivaldo Tro (2010) Pearson international edition Trefil, J. & Hazen, R. (2004). The Sciences: An Integrated Approach. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.

b. Internet and World Wide Web Site

www.darthmouth.edu/chem./chemexp www.chem.tamu.edu http://highschoolace.com/ace/science.cfm http://www.aaas.org/ http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/segway/index.html http://www.chemtutor.com/compound.htm http://site.ebrary.com/lib/aduniv

c. Other Resources

Handouts will be distributed to students. All the course materials will be posted on Black Board 6. Assessment of Student Learning

Assessment Weights and DescriptionsAssessment ToolPercentageDescription

Examination 115%It will cover all reading materials mentioned in textbook and lecture (chap 1&2 ),Multiple choice questions and short answer questions will be included

Midterm Examination20%It will cover all reading materials mentioned in textbook and lecture (chap 3,7&8) Multiple choice questions and short answer questions will be included

Examination 215%It will cover all reading materials mentioned in textbook and lecture (chap 4&5 ) Multiple choice questions and short answer questions will be included

Final Examination 30%It includes all covered topics and consists of a variety of questions designed to test students analytical and problem solving skills in the subject Multiple choice questions and short answer questions will be included.

Class Assignments and Home work 10%The instructor will give assignments that may include homework, short quizzes, papers and participation in all lectures and work related to the course. It can be from any chapter as the instructor announces.

participation10%Participation in all lectures and work related to the course. It can be from any chapter as the instructor announces

7. Grading Key

GradePercentageGrade Point

A90-1004

B+85-893.5

B80-843

C+75-792.5

C70-742

D+65-691.5

D60-641

FLess than 600.0

IN/A0.0

8. Attendance

For all students, absence is marked at a maximum of 30% of total class time. Final dismissals (WA) will be posted on the students academic record. The calculation of the absence percentage is based on the total number of class meetings, regardless of the length of the meetings. For example, if a class meets once a week for 15 weeks, then a student would need 5 absences to reach the 30% threshold.

Students will be considered absent if they do not arrive on time for a lesson. Taking attendance will start on the first day of classes and will continue until the last day of classes in the semester.

Final Dismissal will not be waived under any circumstances. The Registrar's Office will accept excuses only from students missing an exam/major assignment due to absence. Students will be permitted to take a make-up exam, if its weight is at least 10% of the course total mark upon approval of a legitimate excuse.

Exams/Tests will be repeated when serious reasons similar to the following take place and documented evidence are submitted to the Office of the Registrar on the day student returns to class. Hospitalization, Contagious Disease, Death, may God forbid, of an immediate family member (father, mother, sibling, husband, son, daughter, grandparent), Car Accident, Job Requirement (special assignment), with prior written approval from the Office of the Registrar Al Haj

Al Umra

Al Umra trips are not valid excuses for students to be absent.

In the case of excused absence for a final exam, the student has to apply for an Incomplete (I) grade at the Office of the Registrar within 48 hours of the exam.

9. Academic Integrity

The mission of ADU includes developing students sense of ethics, morality, and social responsibility. Students at ADU have the fundamental obligation to conduct themselves with utmost integrity. To ensure an education environment characterized with Academic integrity (AI), ADU has revised its Academic Integrity Policy (AIP).

The revised Academic Integrity Policy (AIP) copies available on the intranet under the link of the Office of Academic Integrity (OAI) has identified violations of AI punishable by serious penalties, including dismissal from ADU. The types of violations identified in AIP, along with the description and examples of each violation, are:

1. Cheating2. Plagiarism3. Fabrication of data4. Presenting false credentials5. Collusion6. Free Riding

At the beginning of each semester, your instructor will review the essential elements of AIP in class and will describe the intrinsic values of compliance, and the consequences of non-compliance (i.e., penalties) with the Policy. In addition, OAI undertakes a widespread AI Awareness Campaign at the beginning of each semester to educate students about AI issues and the ways students can avoid violations.

In view of resources provided by ADU in this regard, all students are expected to strictly comply with the tenet of AIP and conduct themselves with highest degree of integrity and ethical conduct. Students in need of additional information or assistance are requested to seek help from OAI. Failure to comply with the provisions of AIP will have severe consequences, including dismissal from ADU.

10. Miscellaneous Mobile phones: A student whose mobile phone rings during class will be asked to leave the classroom and will receive a half absence. Should this happen during an exam, the student will not be allowed to retake the exam at another time, while at the same time receiving a full absence. Eating/Drinking/Smoking: Students will be requested to refrain from engaging in these activities while in class. Only emails from university-provided email accounts will be recognized and used in this course.

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