Chemistry 104, Internet Ann Lyons, Instructor Introduction To Inorganic Chemistry Credit Hours: 4 Contact Hours: Lecture: Internet

Laboratory: At home

Course Description This is a survey course of general chemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering and may not be substituted for Chemistry 111. Lecture will emphasize the facts, principles, and theories of general chemistry including math operations, matter and energy, atomic structure, symbols and formulas, nomenclature, the periodic table, bonding concepts, equations, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solutions, pH and equilibrium reactions. Prerequisites One year high school algebra or Mth 098, 100 or 116 or equivalent Math placement score. Class Policies 1. Attendance: Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are registered. Students who are unable to attend class regularly, regardless of the reason or circumstance should withdraw from that class before poor attendance interferes with the students ability to achieve the objectives required in the course. Withdrawal from the class can affect eligibility for federal financial aid. This course is an internet course, and there are no required on-campus meetings. However, you should log into the class on a regular basis to keep up with class developments. You are responsible for keeping track of and meeting quiz, exam and assignment due dates. Point Scheme: Midterm Exam 1 at 200 points Final Exam 1 at 200 points Online quizzes 10 for total 400 points Discussion Post Assignments 5 at 10 points each Laboratory Assignments 250 total points. Total points

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On-Line Quizzes: There are ten online quizzes worth a total of 400 points. The first five quizzes must be completed before the midterm exam and the second set before the final exam. If a student does better on the midterm than they have done on the quizzes, the midterm score will be substituted for the quiz scores. Similarly, the final exam score will be substituted for the second set of quiz scores if the final exam score is higher. However, quiz scores will NOT be substituted for a poor exam score. Course Related Purchases: Text: Introductory Chemistry: An Active Learning Approach, by Cracolice and Peters, 5th Ed. Students should NOT purchase the lab manual. Lab-Kit: CK-101 (Chem Kit 101) from http://labpaq.com Scientific Calculator: Non-graphing Saftey Goggles Instructor Contact Information: THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR IS BY e-mail.

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Please use the course e-mail to send messages. However, if it becomes necessary to use alyons@jeffstateonline.com, your name and course information MUST be included if a response is desired. Jefferson Campus: 239B Ruby Carson 205-856-7887 Shelby Campus: 202 General Studies Building 205-983-5907 6. Statement on Discrimination/Harassment: The College and the Alabama State Board of Education are committed to providing both employment and educational environments free of harassment or discrimination related to an individuals race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age or disability. Such harassment is a violation of State Board of Education policy. Any practice or behavior that constitutes harassment will not be tolerated. Americans with Disabilities: The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 state that qualified students with disabilities who meet the essential functions and academic requirements are entitled to reasonable accommodations. It is the students responsibility to provide appropriate disability documentation to the College. Academic Honesty: Cheating will not be tolerated. Please read and adhere to the Academic Honesty Code located on pages 262 265 of the 2010-2011 Jefferson State Community College Catalog and Student Handbook.

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