CHEM 1112 – General Chemistry I

Course Syllabus

Spring 2024

Section numbers: 002, 102

Synonyms: 74385, 74396

Instructor: Dr. Shawn Amorde

Office Number: RRC 2308.11

Phone Number: 223-0204

e-mail address: samorde@austincc.edu

web page: On BlackBoard

Office Hours: M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories, and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects. Stresses the theories of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria. Prerequisites: CHEM 1311; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Lab: " Cengage online first day access. See BlackBoard

OFFICE HOURS     

M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

Students with questions are welcome to attend my office hours.  Other times during the day I am in class, grading, or preparing for class, so if you have questions please attend office hours and not other times without an appointment.

CALCULATOR

You will need a scientific calculator for lecture and lab activities. During lecture, exams, and lab any style calculator is acceptable.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

This course consists of a lecture section.

COURSE RATIONALE

This course covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects.

COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES

These can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/chem/curriculum/index.htm

COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING

Laboratory (See attached Lab Schedule)

There are 12 total lab experiments and a total of 1200 points for the course.  The experiments will be comprised of a series of lecture videos, experimental videos, quizzes on Blackboard, performing the experiment in person and an in class assignment.  The quizzes on Blackboard will total 40% the 1200 points for the course and the in lab assignment will comprise 60% of the 1200 points. You must complete of at least 60% of the course or a failing grade will result.

Grading Scale for the course: A = 990 points (90-100%), B = 880 points (80-89%), C = 770 points (70-79%), D = 660 points (60-69%)

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of deadlines and plan accordingly.

Due Dates: 

Please see attached calendar. Each online lab quiz is due before the class period performing that experiment. 

All students are required to wear closed toed shoes and appropriate safety glasses to each lab class period.  Students without proper safety dress will not be allowed to perform the lab.

ACC does not provide safety goggles for the lab. The student must buy goggles prior to performing the first experiment. ANSI-approved goggles are stamped with Z87.

All students perform their own experiments. There will be no lab partners unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

There are a total of 12 experiments and lab write-ups due this semester.  Each write-up is due at the completion of the lab.  Late lab reports will not be accepted!!

GENERAL COURSE POLICIES

Attendance Policy: You are not required to attend lecture. In the lab, students must complete 60% (8 experiments) of the lab activities and take the final to pass the course.

Classroom Behavior: Please turn off cell phone ringers during lectures and lab discussions.   All students must follow all safety procedures outlined by the instructor, or be asked to leave.

Withdrawal Policy: If you wish to drop the class, please do so yourself, the instructor will not be responsible, unless you make a specific request prior to the drop deadline.

STUDENT SERVICES

The web address for student services is: http://www.austincc.edu/rss/index.htm.

The ACC student handbook can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/handbook/.

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

The web address is: http://www.austincc.edu/evp/newsemester/index.htm,

then click on “Campus Based Student Support Overview”

Course Policies

Attendance/Class Participation

Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.

Withdrawal Policy

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records.

Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall, 2002, may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.

State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities.  With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit.  Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog.

Incompletes

An instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course.  An incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.

Statement on Scholastic Dishonesty

A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution.  Students have the responsibility to submit coursework that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression.  Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents.    Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college.  See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process and other policies at http://www.austincc.edu/current/needtoknow

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.

Statement on Students with Disabilities

Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities.  Students with disabilities who need classroom, academic or other accommodations must request them through the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).   Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester, otherwise the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  

Students who have received approval for accommodations from OSD for this course must provide the instructor with the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from OSD before accommodations will be provided.   Arrangements for academic accommodations can only be made after the instructor receives the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from the student.  

Students with approved accommodations are encouraged to submit the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ to the instructor at the beginning of the semester because a reasonable amount of time may be needed to prepare and arrange for the accommodations.   

Additional information about the Office for Students with Disabilities is available at http://www.austincc.edu/support/osd/

Safety Statement

Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/ehs. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom. Additional information about emergency procedures and how to sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.

Please note, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account.  Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Instructions for activating an ACCmail account can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/index.php.

Testing Center Policy

Under certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center.  Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam.  To request an exam, one must have:

• ACC Photo ID
• Course Abbreviation (e.g., ENGL)
• Course Number (e.g.,1301)
• Course Synonym (e.g., 10123)
• Course Section (e.g., 005)
• Instructor's Name

Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center.  Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester.  ACC Testing Center policies can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/testctr/

Student And Instructional Services

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these services and support systems is available at:   http://www.austincc.edu/s4/

Links to many student services and other information can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/current/

ACC Learning Labs provide free tutoring services to all ACC students currently enrolled in the course to be tutored.  The tutor schedule for each Learning Lab may be found at:  http://www.autincc.edu/tutor/students/tutoring.php

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.

CHEM 1112 – General Chemistry I

Course Syllabus

Spring 2024

Section numbers: 002, 102

Synonyms: 74385, 74396

Instructor: Dr. Shawn Amorde

Office Number: RRC 2308.11

Phone Number: 223-0204

e-mail address: samorde@austincc.edu

web page: On BlackBoard

Office Hours: M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories, and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects. Stresses the theories of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria. Prerequisites: CHEM 1311; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Lab: " Cengage online first day access. See BlackBoard

OFFICE HOURS     

M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

Students with questions are welcome to attend my office hours.  Other times during the day I am in class, grading, or preparing for class, so if you have questions please attend office hours and not other times without an appointment.

CALCULATOR

You will need a scientific calculator for lecture and lab activities. During lecture, exams, and lab any style calculator is acceptable.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

This course consists of a lecture section.

COURSE RATIONALE

This course covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects.

COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES

These can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/chem/curriculum/index.htm

COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING

Laboratory (See attached Lab Schedule)

There are 12 total lab experiments and a total of 1200 points for the course.  The experiments will be comprised of a series of lecture videos, experimental videos, quizzes on Blackboard, performing the experiment in person and an in class assignment.  The quizzes on Blackboard will total 40% the 1200 points for the course and the in lab assignment will comprise 60% of the 1200 points. You must complete of at least 60% of the course or a failing grade will result.

Grading Scale for the course: A = 990 points (90-100%), B = 880 points (80-89%), C = 770 points (70-79%), D = 660 points (60-69%)

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of deadlines and plan accordingly.

Due Dates: 

Please see attached calendar. Each online lab quiz is due before the class period performing that experiment. 

All students are required to wear closed toed shoes and appropriate safety glasses to each lab class period.  Students without proper safety dress will not be allowed to perform the lab.

ACC does not provide safety goggles for the lab. The student must buy goggles prior to performing the first experiment. ANSI-approved goggles are stamped with Z87.

All students perform their own experiments. There will be no lab partners unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

There are a total of 12 experiments and lab write-ups due this semester.  Each write-up is due at the completion of the lab.  Late lab reports will not be accepted!!

GENERAL COURSE POLICIES

Attendance Policy: You are not required to attend lecture. In the lab, students must complete 60% (8 experiments) of the lab activities and take the final to pass the course.

Classroom Behavior: Please turn off cell phone ringers during lectures and lab discussions.   All students must follow all safety procedures outlined by the instructor, or be asked to leave.

Withdrawal Policy: If you wish to drop the class, please do so yourself, the instructor will not be responsible, unless you make a specific request prior to the drop deadline.

STUDENT SERVICES

The web address for student services is: http://www.austincc.edu/rss/index.htm.

The ACC student handbook can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/handbook/.

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

The web address is: http://www.austincc.edu/evp/newsemester/index.htm,

then click on “Campus Based Student Support Overview”

Course Policies

Attendance/Class Participation

Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.

Withdrawal Policy

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records.

Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall, 2002, may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.

State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities.  With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit.  Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog.

Incompletes

An instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course.  An incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.

Statement on Scholastic Dishonesty

A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution.  Students have the responsibility to submit coursework that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression.  Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents.    Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college.  See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process and other policies at http://www.austincc.edu/current/needtoknow

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.

Statement on Students with Disabilities

Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities.  Students with disabilities who need classroom, academic or other accommodations must request them through the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).   Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester, otherwise the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  

Students who have received approval for accommodations from OSD for this course must provide the instructor with the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from OSD before accommodations will be provided.   Arrangements for academic accommodations can only be made after the instructor receives the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from the student.  

Students with approved accommodations are encouraged to submit the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ to the instructor at the beginning of the semester because a reasonable amount of time may be needed to prepare and arrange for the accommodations.   

Additional information about the Office for Students with Disabilities is available at http://www.austincc.edu/support/osd/

Safety Statement

Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/ehs. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom. Additional information about emergency procedures and how to sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.

Please note, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account.  Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Instructions for activating an ACCmail account can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/index.php.

Testing Center Policy

Under certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center.  Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam.  To request an exam, one must have:

• ACC Photo ID
• Course Abbreviation (e.g., ENGL)
• Course Number (e.g.,1301)
• Course Synonym (e.g., 10123)
• Course Section (e.g., 005)
• Instructor's Name

Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center.  Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester.  ACC Testing Center policies can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/testctr/

Student And Instructional Services

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these services and support systems is available at:   http://www.austincc.edu/s4/

Links to many student services and other information can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/current/

ACC Learning Labs provide free tutoring services to all ACC students currently enrolled in the course to be tutored.  The tutor schedule for each Learning Lab may be found at:  http://www.autincc.edu/tutor/students/tutoring.php

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.

CHEM 1112 – General Chemistry I

Course Syllabus

Spring 2024

Section numbers: 002, 102

Synonyms: 74385, 74396

Instructor: Dr. Shawn Amorde

Office Number: RRC 2308.11

Phone Number: 223-0204

e-mail address: samorde@austincc.edu

web page: On BlackBoard

Office Hours: M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories, and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects. Stresses the theories of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria. Prerequisites: CHEM 1311; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Lab: " Cengage online first day access. See BlackBoard

OFFICE HOURS     

M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

Students with questions are welcome to attend my office hours.  Other times during the day I am in class, grading, or preparing for class, so if you have questions please attend office hours and not other times without an appointment.

CALCULATOR

You will need a scientific calculator for lecture and lab activities. During lecture, exams, and lab any style calculator is acceptable.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

This course consists of a lecture section.

COURSE RATIONALE

This course covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects.

COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES

These can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/chem/curriculum/index.htm

COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING

Laboratory (See attached Lab Schedule)

There are 12 total lab experiments and a total of 1200 points for the course.  The experiments will be comprised of a series of lecture videos, experimental videos, quizzes on Blackboard, performing the experiment in person and an in class assignment.  The quizzes on Blackboard will total 40% the 1200 points for the course and the in lab assignment will comprise 60% of the 1200 points. You must complete of at least 60% of the course or a failing grade will result.

Grading Scale for the course: A = 990 points (90-100%), B = 880 points (80-89%), C = 770 points (70-79%), D = 660 points (60-69%)

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of deadlines and plan accordingly.

Due Dates: 

Please see attached calendar. Each online lab quiz is due before the class period performing that experiment. 

All students are required to wear closed toed shoes and appropriate safety glasses to each lab class period.  Students without proper safety dress will not be allowed to perform the lab.

ACC does not provide safety goggles for the lab. The student must buy goggles prior to performing the first experiment. ANSI-approved goggles are stamped with Z87.

All students perform their own experiments. There will be no lab partners unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

There are a total of 12 experiments and lab write-ups due this semester.  Each write-up is due at the completion of the lab.  Late lab reports will not be accepted!!

GENERAL COURSE POLICIES

Attendance Policy: You are not required to attend lecture. In the lab, students must complete 60% (8 experiments) of the lab activities and take the final to pass the course.

Classroom Behavior: Please turn off cell phone ringers during lectures and lab discussions.   All students must follow all safety procedures outlined by the instructor, or be asked to leave.

Withdrawal Policy: If you wish to drop the class, please do so yourself, the instructor will not be responsible, unless you make a specific request prior to the drop deadline.

STUDENT SERVICES

The web address for student services is: http://www.austincc.edu/rss/index.htm.

The ACC student handbook can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/handbook/.

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

The web address is: http://www.austincc.edu/evp/newsemester/index.htm,

then click on “Campus Based Student Support Overview”

Course Policies

Attendance/Class Participation

Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.

Withdrawal Policy

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records.

Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall, 2002, may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.

State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities.  With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit.  Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog.

Incompletes

An instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course.  An incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.

Statement on Scholastic Dishonesty

A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution.  Students have the responsibility to submit coursework that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression.  Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents.    Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college.  See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process and other policies at http://www.austincc.edu/current/needtoknow

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.

Statement on Students with Disabilities

Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities.  Students with disabilities who need classroom, academic or other accommodations must request them through the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).   Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester, otherwise the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  

Students who have received approval for accommodations from OSD for this course must provide the instructor with the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from OSD before accommodations will be provided.   Arrangements for academic accommodations can only be made after the instructor receives the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from the student.  

Students with approved accommodations are encouraged to submit the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ to the instructor at the beginning of the semester because a reasonable amount of time may be needed to prepare and arrange for the accommodations.   

Additional information about the Office for Students with Disabilities is available at http://www.austincc.edu/support/osd/

Safety Statement

Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/ehs. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom. Additional information about emergency procedures and how to sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.

Please note, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account.  Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Instructions for activating an ACCmail account can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/index.php.

Testing Center Policy

Under certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center.  Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam.  To request an exam, one must have:

• ACC Photo ID
• Course Abbreviation (e.g., ENGL)
• Course Number (e.g.,1301)
• Course Synonym (e.g., 10123)
• Course Section (e.g., 005)
• Instructor's Name

Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center.  Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester.  ACC Testing Center policies can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/testctr/

Student And Instructional Services

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these services and support systems is available at:   http://www.austincc.edu/s4/

Links to many student services and other information can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/current/

ACC Learning Labs provide free tutoring services to all ACC students currently enrolled in the course to be tutored.  The tutor schedule for each Learning Lab may be found at:  http://www.autincc.edu/tutor/students/tutoring.php

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.

CHEM 1112 – General Chemistry I

Course Syllabus

Spring 2024

Section numbers: 002, 102

Synonyms: 74385, 74396

Instructor: Dr. Shawn Amorde

Office Number: RRC 2308.11

Phone Number: 223-0204

e-mail address: samorde@austincc.edu

web page: On BlackBoard

Office Hours: M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories, and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects. Stresses the theories of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria. Prerequisites: CHEM 1311; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Lab: " Cengage online first day access. See BlackBoard

OFFICE HOURS     

M 1:30am-3:30am and TTh 8:30am-9:15am

Students with questions are welcome to attend my office hours.  Other times during the day I am in class, grading, or preparing for class, so if you have questions please attend office hours and not other times without an appointment.

CALCULATOR

You will need a scientific calculator for lecture and lab activities. During lecture, exams, and lab any style calculator is acceptable.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

This course consists of a lecture section.

COURSE RATIONALE

This course covers the fundamental facts, laws, principles, theories and concepts of chemistry necessary for further work in science or science-related subjects.

COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES

These can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/chem/curriculum/index.htm

COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING

Laboratory (See attached Lab Schedule)

There are 12 total lab experiments and a total of 1200 points for the course.  The experiments will be comprised of a series of lecture videos, experimental videos, quizzes on Blackboard, performing the experiment in person and an in class assignment.  The quizzes on Blackboard will total 40% the 1200 points for the course and the in lab assignment will comprise 60% of the 1200 points. You must complete of at least 60% of the course or a failing grade will result.

Grading Scale for the course: A = 990 points (90-100%), B = 880 points (80-89%), C = 770 points (70-79%), D = 660 points (60-69%)

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of deadlines and plan accordingly.

Due Dates: 

Please see attached calendar. Each online lab quiz is due before the class period performing that experiment. 

All students are required to wear closed toed shoes and appropriate safety glasses to each lab class period.  Students without proper safety dress will not be allowed to perform the lab.

ACC does not provide safety goggles for the lab. The student must buy goggles prior to performing the first experiment. ANSI-approved goggles are stamped with Z87.

All students perform their own experiments. There will be no lab partners unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

There are a total of 12 experiments and lab write-ups due this semester.  Each write-up is due at the completion of the lab.  Late lab reports will not be accepted!!

GENERAL COURSE POLICIES

Attendance Policy: You are not required to attend lecture. In the lab, students must complete 60% (8 experiments) of the lab activities and take the final to pass the course.

Classroom Behavior: Please turn off cell phone ringers during lectures and lab discussions.   All students must follow all safety procedures outlined by the instructor, or be asked to leave.

Withdrawal Policy: If you wish to drop the class, please do so yourself, the instructor will not be responsible, unless you make a specific request prior to the drop deadline.

STUDENT SERVICES

The web address for student services is: http://www.austincc.edu/rss/index.htm.

The ACC student handbook can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/handbook/.

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

The web address is: http://www.austincc.edu/evp/newsemester/index.htm,

then click on “Campus Based Student Support Overview”

Course Policies

Attendance/Class Participation

Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.

Withdrawal Policy

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records.

Students who enroll for the third or subsequent time in a course taken since Fall, 2002, may be charged a higher tuition rate, for that course.

State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities.  With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit.  Details regarding this policy can be found in the ACC college catalog.

Incompletes

An instructor may award a grade of “I” (Incomplete) if a student was unable to complete all of the objectives for the passing grade in a course.  An incomplete grade cannot be carried beyond the established date in the following semester. The completion date is determined by the instructor but may not be later than the final deadline for withdrawal in the subsequent semester.

Statement on Scholastic Dishonesty

A student attending ACC assumes responsibility for conduct compatible with the mission of the college as an educational institution.  Students have the responsibility to submit coursework that is the result of their own thought, research, or self-expression.  Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, and falsifying documents.    Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course and/or expulsion from the college.  See the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process and other policies at http://www.austincc.edu/current/needtoknow

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Students at the college have the rights accorded by the U.S. Constitution to freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition, and association. These rights carry with them the responsibility to accord the same rights to others in the college community and not to interfere with or disrupt the educational process. Opportunity for students to examine and question pertinent data and assumptions of a given discipline, guided by the evidence of scholarly research, is appropriate in a learning environment. This concept is accompanied by an equally demanding concept of responsibility on the part of the student. As willing partners in learning, students must comply with college rules and procedures.

Statement on Students with Disabilities

Each ACC campus offers support services for students with documented disabilities.  Students with disabilities who need classroom, academic or other accommodations must request them through the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).   Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester, otherwise the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  

Students who have received approval for accommodations from OSD for this course must provide the instructor with the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from OSD before accommodations will be provided.   Arrangements for academic accommodations can only be made after the instructor receives the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ from the student.  

Students with approved accommodations are encouraged to submit the ‘Notice of Approved Accommodations’ to the instructor at the beginning of the semester because a reasonable amount of time may be needed to prepare and arrange for the accommodations.   

Additional information about the Office for Students with Disabilities is available at http://www.austincc.edu/support/osd/

Safety Statement

Austin Community College is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. You are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies. Additional information on these can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/ehs. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the Emergency Procedures poster and Campus Safety Plan map in each classroom. Additional information about emergency procedures and how to sign up for ACC Emergency Alerts to be notified in the event of a serious emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency/.

Please note, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities.

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account.  Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Instructions for activating an ACCmail account can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/index.php.

Testing Center Policy

Under certain circumstances, an instructor may have students take an examination in a testing center.  Students using the Academic Testing Center must govern themselves according to the Student Guide for Use of ACC Testing Centers and should read the entire guide before going to take the exam.  To request an exam, one must have:

• ACC Photo ID
• Course Abbreviation (e.g., ENGL)
• Course Number (e.g.,1301)
• Course Synonym (e.g., 10123)
• Course Section (e.g., 005)
• Instructor's Name

Do NOT bring cell phones to the Testing Center.  Having your cell phone in the testing room, regardless of whether it is on or off, will revoke your testing privileges for the remainder of the semester.  ACC Testing Center policies can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/testctr/

Student And Instructional Services

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these services and support systems is available at:   http://www.austincc.edu/s4/

Links to many student services and other information can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/current/

ACC Learning Labs provide free tutoring services to all ACC students currently enrolled in the course to be tutored.  The tutor schedule for each Learning Lab may be found at:  http://www.autincc.edu/tutor/students/tutoring.php

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.