CHEM100 - FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY
CRN 69413
Fully Online

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Dr. Dwayne Gergens
San Diego Mesa College, 7250 Mesa College Dr, K108B, San Diego, CA 92111

Phone: (619)388-2609 FAX: (619)388-2677
E-mail: dgergens@sdccd.edu

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Course Title, Hours per Week, & Units

Fundamentals of Chemistry - Chemistry 100: 3 hours/week; 3.0 units

Catalog Course Description: This course is an introductory study of the language and tools of chemistry. Basic concepts of the structure,properties,interactions and changes of matter and energy are studied,both qualitatively and quantitatively. Applications to everyday experiences are considered. This course is taken by students majoring in nursing or allied health sciences and provides a foundation for further coursework in
chemistry. Completion of Chemistry 100 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better is a prerequisite for Chemistry 130. Please read through the most current issue of the San Diego Mesa Catalog (click here) for general information about the college.

Student Learning Outcomes - Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Use appropriate vocabulary to explain the steps involved in the scientific method.

2. Compare and contrast the properties of the states of matter, classify matter and explain how it can be altered through chemical and physical changes, and describe how matter and energy interact.

3. Use scientific notation to express very large and very small numbers and represent measured and calculated quantities to the correct number of significant figures.

4. Use English, metric, and SI units to express measurements of length, volume, mass, and density and perform unit conversions using dimensional analysis.

5. Explain key concepts, models, and experiments leading to the development of atomic theory.

6. Applying the concepts of modern atomic theory, write the electron configurations of the first twenty elements on the periodic table.

7. Use the periodic table of the elements to identify metals, nonmetals, metalloids, groups, periods, atomic numbers and atomic masses and explain periodic trends in the properties of the elements.

8. Name and write chemical formulae for binary covalent compounds, simple ionic compounds and acids, and derive quantitative information from the formulae.

9. Describe the effects of bond type and molecular polarity on interparticle forces and the properties of substances.

10. Classify chemical reactions and write balanced chemical equations to express those reactions, including molecular, total ionic, and net ionic equations.

11. Use the mole concept and Avogadro's number to perform mole and stoichiometric calculations, including limiting reagent and percent yield problems.

12. Employ Boyle's Law and Charles' Law to study the relationships among pressure, volume, and temperature of gases, and use the kinetic molecular theory to explain these relationships.

13. Explain the factors that affect the formation of solutions and perform concentration calculations, including dilution and solution preparation problems.

14. Describe the properties of acids and bases and compare and contrast the Arrhenius and Bronsted-Lowry definitions of acids and bases.

15. Explain the concept of equilibrium and apply it to explain the difference between strong and weak electrolytes and between strong and weak acids and bases.

16. Relate pH to hydrogen/hydronium ion and hydroxide ion concentrations and perform pH calculations for strong acids and bases.

18. Apply concepts regarding the structure of the nucleus to explain principles of isotopes, nuclear stability, and nuclear reactions.

Hello and welcome to CHEM100. This is a fully-online course offered through San Diego Mesa College. In this course you will use chemical concepts to better understand the world in which we live.

It is entirely YOUR responsibility to know how to use your computer and Blackboard effectively. The rigor of this course is the same as an on-campus course, with the added responsibility of successfully navigating through the online material, technology requirements and troubleshooting, and effectively using Blackboard functions to complete the course requirements. (click here for more formation)

It is your responsibility to read through the syllabus which will be available on the first day of class. You will be tested on its content.

You will need to structure your own schedule so you are able to complete the assignments and requirements of the class BY THE POSTED DUE DATES.

Attendance/Performance: Students in my courses make better grades when they regularly attend class and/or participate online. Although traditional roll is not called, keep in mind that the exercises (assignments) and exams are scheduled at a certain date and time/due date. You are responsible for accessing and completing all activities within a specific availability period and before their due date. Refer to the Blackboard calendar and/or syllabus (dates attached) to make sure you have no conflicts. It is a student's responsibility to withdraw if he/she is unable to continue in attendance, but a student in poor attendance, meaning lack of regular and consistent attendance (2 absences-for example, two missed activities and/or two more weeks of non participation online occurrences) in or before the 10th week or equivalent may be dropped by the professor. By district policy, you may be dropped from class if you miss the first day.

You will rely heavily upon your OWN study and effective time management skills. You must also be adept at FOLLOWING WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.

Your grade in this course will be based on evaluation methods outlined in the syllabus which includes but is not limited to quizzes, exams, homework and online class participation. Upon completion of this course, I hope that you will realize that "Chemistry is Universal" and plays a vital role in our quality of life. I will provide you with the tools you need to be successful in this class. You are responsible for working diligently and honestly. If you have any questions concerning this class or your performance, please do not hesitate to contact me (click here). Your feedback and questions are most appreciated.

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