2006 Chemistry Syllabus
UNH Upward Bound
Michael O’Brien, Instructor
e-mail: Michael.obrien@umit.maine.edu
Description: Students will investigate the principles of introductory chemistry
in a
guided inquiry environment as a means of developing their logical and analytical
thinking
skills. Topics to be studied include: The Periodic Table, atomic structure, ionic
and
covalent bonds, the mole, stoichiometry, kinetic theory, and gas laws.
Grading: Grades will be determined in the following manner:
Class Participation 25%
Homework 25%
Tests and Quizzes 50%
Class Participation: Because the class is structured to be student-centered,
the
success of the class activities depends on the full participation of each student.
For this reason, class participation is a large part of the grade, is determined
by
the following criteria:
•
Arriving to class on time
•
Being ready to begin class on time
•
Being prepared for class (i.e., bringing all the necessary materials)
•
Involvement in class activities
•
Contributing to class discussions
Homework: Students will be assigned homework each class. The homework
assignments will be relevant to each class, and an important part of learning
the
concepts being studied in class.
Tests and Quizzes: Students understanding of the concepts being studied will
be
assessed on a regular basis.
Office Hours: I will be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:40 to 3:40 for
extra
help and questions.
Course Outline
Weeks 1&2: The Periodic Table, Atomic Structure, Ionic Compounds, and Covalent Molecules
Weeks 3&4: Chemical Reactions, Proportional Reasoning, and Stoichiometry
Weeks 5&6: Kinetic Theory, States of Matter, and Gas Laws