General Chemistry – CHEM 10301
Chemistry Department, The City College
 
Course Instructor: David K. Gosser

Office: MR-1132 Phone: 212-650-8375 Email: gosser@sci.ccny.cuny.edu 
Office Hours: Tuesday, Thursday: 11:00am to 12:00pm 
 

Course description: An in-depth introduction to the fundamental laws and techniques of chemistry for   majors in science and engineering.  Topics include: measurement; stoichiometry; the gaseous state; thermochemistry; atomic structure and chemical bonding; redox reactions; solids; liquids and intermolecular forces.

 
Prerequisite: Math 19500
 
Class Schedule
 
0373  T        T,TH       06:30-07:45PM MR-2       
               T          08:00-09:50PM MR-1 (Workshop: a peer-assisted learning session) 
               TH         08:00-09:50PM MR-1001 (laboratory)




0374  T2       T,TH       06:30-07:45PM MR-2       
               T          08:00-09:50PM MR-1001 (laboratory)
               TH         08:00-09:50PM MR-1 (Workshop)




0375  T3       T          04:00-05:50PM MR-1 (Workshop)     
               T,TH       06:30-07:45PM MR-2
               TH         04:30-06:20PM MR-1001 (Laboratory) 
 
Textbook and Course Materials: 
Textbook: General Chemistry, Hill and Petrucci (2005) Pearson PH
Laboratory Manual; Supplementary Materials: Posted on-line readings and problems. 
 

After completing this course, students should be able to:                                           

  1. 1.     Perform unit conversions and express values with the correct number of significant figures.        
    1. 2.     Express and interpret atomic symbols, atomic number, mass number, and molar mass.
      1. 3.     Understand and apply concepts of balancing chemical reactions, and be able to perform stoichiometric calculations.                    
        1. 4.     Define enthalpy and solve thermochemical equations.                                    
          1. 5.     Express quantum energy levels of atoms and relate these to atomic properties.                 
            1. 6.     Draw and interpret Lewis-dot structures, predict three dimensional structure of simple molecules, and draw simple molecular orbital diagrams.                                                         
              1. 7.     Apply the ideal gas law to problems involving changes in moles, pressure, volume and temperature.        
                1. 8.     Solve problems involving solution chemistry such as titration and precipitation.   
                  1. 9.     Write a laboratory report including data and analysis.                                   
                    1. 10.  Be able to conduct a variety of experiments (titration, spectroscopic) including accurate recording of results and preparation of calibration curves.                                                     
                      1. 11.  Be aware and follow the safety requirements in a chemical laboratory.                   
                        1. 12.  Analyze molecular modeling and graphic plots using computers.                 
                          1. 13.  Communicate chemical concepts and problem solving  as presented in lecture.       
                            1. 14.  Work as part of a problem solving team to solve chemistry problems.
                              1. Apply chemical principles to selected applications in life science or technology.          

                               

                              Assessment/grading/policies: Total Points: 100 
                              (A+:97-100, A: 90-96, B+: 86-89, B: 80-85, C+:76-79, C: 70-75, D:70-60, F: <59)
                              Exam 1:        20 pts
                              Exam 2:        20 pts
                              Final:         35 pts
                              Laboratory:    15 pts
                              Workshop:      10 pts
                               
                              Schedule of lectures and book chapters

                              Part 1: Ch 1: Chemistry: Matter and Measurement.                  Jan 29, 31

                              Part 2: Ch 2: Atoms, Molecules, and Ions.                                 Feb 5, 7

                              Part 3: Ch 3: Stoichiometry.                                                     Feb 14, 19, 31

                              Part 4: Ch 4: Reactions in Aqueous Solution                             Feb 26, 28

                              Exam 1:           March 6

                              Part 5: Ch 7: Atomic Structure & Ch 8: Electron Config. & Atomic Properties/Periodic Table             March 11, 13, 18

                              Part 6: Ch 9: Chemical Bonds.                                                  April 1, 3

                              Part 7: Ch 10:  Bonding Theory and Molecular Structure.        April 8, 10, 15

                              Exam II           April 17 

                              Part 8: Ch 5: Gases                                                                   April 22, 24

                              Part 9: Ch 6: Thermochemistry                                                            April 29, May 1 

                              Part 10: Ch 11: Intermolecular Interactions:                             May 6, 8, 13
                              
              
                              
              
                              Academic integrity: The CCNY policy on academic integrity will be followed. Document is posted on the CCNY website (CUNY policy on academic integrity—link is at the bottom of the home page). Make sure you have read the details regarding plagiarism and  cheating, in case you are not clear about the rules of the college. Cases where academic integrity is compromised will be prosecuted according to these rules.