A list of topics to be taught is included in the associated schedule for your reference. 

1. Be able to use the metric system of weights and measures.
2. Be able to perform conversions between the English and metric systems.
3. Understand density and be able to perform calculations concerning density.
4. Know the names and symbols for the more common elements.
5. Be able to describe the structure of the atom.
6. Be able to determine the number of electrons, protons, and neutrons in an atom and the distribution of these subatomic particles within the atom.
7. Understand and be able to use the periodic chart.
8. Understand ionic, covalent, and polar covalent bonding.
9. Be able to predict the charges on the common ions.
10. Be able to write names and formulas for ionic compounds.
11. Be able to predict if two elements will form ionic, covalent, or polar covalent bonds.
12. Know the formulas and charges of the most common polyatomic ions.
13. Be able to determine the molecular weight of a compound.
14. Understand and be able to make calculations using the mole concept.
15. Be able to balance a chemical equation.
16. Be able to make simple stoichiometric calculations.
17. Be able  to classify chemical reactions by type.
18. Be able to assign oxidation numbers to elements in a chemical compound.
19. Be able to identify an oxidation-reduction reaction and determine the element that is oxidized and the element that is reduced.
20. Understand the concepts of oxidation and reduction.
21. Understand the differences between the three states of matter on the molecular level and to relate these differences to the macroscopic properties.
22. Understand and be able to make calculations that use Boyle's and Charles' laws.
23. Understand and be able to use Dalton's Law of Partial Pressures.
24. Know the meaning of the terms energy, potential energy, kinetic energy, and work.
25. Be able to calculate the amount of energy involved in changes in state and changes in temperature.
26. Understand potential energy diagrams for chemical reactions and identify the activation energy and energy for the reaction on such diagrams.
27. Understand hydrogen bonding and its role in the properties of water.
28. Be able to predict the solubility of an ionic solid.
29. Be able to predict the products that will be formed when two ionic compounds react.
30. Understand the terms: strong electrolyte, weak electrolyte, and non-electrolyte.
31. Be able to calculate the molarity of a solution and to calculate the mass of solute required to prepare a solution of specified molarity.
32. Understand the Bronsted-Lowry concept of acids and bases.
33. Be able to calculate the equivalent weight of acids and bases.
34. Be able to calculate the normality of a solution of acid or base from the weight of solute.
35. Be able to calculate the concentration of an acid or base as determined by titration.
36. Be able to calculate the pH of a solution.
37. Be able to make measurements with the correct number of significant figures and to use the correct number of significant figures in calculations.
38. Be able to use volumetric glassware in making quantitative determinations.
39. Be able to experimentally determine the empirical formula of a chemical compound.
40. Be able to perform a simple qualitative analysis on an unknown ionic compound.
41. Be familiar with and practice of safe lab procedures.

1. The Metric System and Scientific Measurement      (  6%)
2. Atomic Structure and the Chemical Elements          (12%)
3. Chemical Bonding and Compounds                        (12%)
4. States of Matter and the Gas Laws                         (12%)
5. Energy and Changes in State                                   (  6%)
6. Chemical Equations and Stoichiometry                    (14%)
7. The Types of Chemical Reactions                           (  8%)
8. Water and Electrolytes                                           (  4%)
9. Expressing Concentrations of Solutions                   (12%)
10. Acids and Bases                                                     (14%)

Self study is an important part of the class. As a rule of thumb, you are expected to spend at least two additional hours for every hour of lectures. Any questions raised during the self study can be discussed in the class or in my office. 

Any questions or unjustified grades can either be discussed during office hours the week following the return of the assignment. Should you miss one or more exam due to illness or University-related activities, inform the instructor in advance. It is your responsibility to schedule an alternative exam date as soon as possible.

Exams and other graded assignments must be accomplished independently, except as noted by the instructor. 

The final grade will be assigned based approximately on the grading scale:
                 >90                 A
                 >80                 B
                 >70                 C
                 >60                 D

The instructor reserves the right to adjust this scale as necessary. I may adjust the scale downward but I will not adjust it upward. There will be no allowance for "extra credit." Examinations are typically "curved" in that I adjust the high to 100 for use with the 90-80-70-60 grading scale. Study guides and review questions will be made available and responsible students will prepare themselves accordingly. You should expect a quiz about every class period, which you will have about five minutes to complete. In addition, at the end of every class period you will be given a question over the material covered. You will turn in the answer to that problem at the beginning of the following class period. No late answers will be accepted. Some of these assignments, chosen at random, will be graded and used as quiz scores. 

Attendance -- Attendance is expected and recorded, but it is not used in the evaluation of students. The attendance is recorded on a sign-up sheet passed through the class. This is an official document and serious consequences will befall those who sign another individuals name.

Behavior -- I expect students at FHSU to act in an adult, socially-responsible manner. The groundwork you are laying for yourself now will determine your path through the remainder of your life. I expect, therefore, that you will retain academic integrity (not cheat or plagiarize). I specifically retain the right to discharge from the classroom any student engaging in socially irresponsible or disruptive behavior, including, but not limited to: talking, eating or drinking, violent behavior,  sexual harassment or disorderly conduct, as defined in your student handbook.  The following is a reproduction of that statement :

"Disorderly conduct, individual or group behavior which disturbs individuals or groups, is prohibited. Such conduct includes (but is not limited to) assault, threats to the personal safety of one's self or others, throwing objects to create a danger, making excessive noise, unwelcome physical contact, hazing and any other type of interference with the normal operations of the university or its activities or any type of conduct that interferes with the ability of those who attend, visit or work at the University to enjoy the benefits of the purposes for which the University exists"

Cell phones — The use of cell phones in this classroom is expressly forbidden. I reserve the right to discharge from the classroom anyone whose cell phone rings. Do not leave the classroom to take a call and come back in (or any other reason).

E-mail — I encourage you to contact me by email for various reasons. I would ask that you include [Chem 112] in the subject line to ensure I recognize the importance. Also, if you want a reply please say so in the email.

Makeup work -- Makeup exams are given to deserving students provided I am notified prior to the exam and arrangements are made within a reasonable length of time (one week after returning to class). Students are not allowed to makeup quizzes except in those cases where students miss a large number of quizzes for legitimate reasons. Students who miss quizzes may drop those provided they do not miss an excessive number.  Students are allowed to make up laboratory work provided that the laboratory work is made up within one week. There is a limit of two makeup labs per semester.

Grades of incomplete -- Grades of incomplete are recorded in those cases that comply with the current University policy. This policy states that for an incomplete to be given, work that has been performed must be of passing quality, and that if the incomplete work is not finished within 1 year the grade changes to "NC." Note, however, that I have the discretion as instructor to mold this policy. In particular, I am likely to give less than one year to complete the requirements, and a grade will be assigned at the end of the time period. The consequence of this is that if you do not complete the work, you will quite possibly fail the course.

Required laboratory materials -- Goggles and aprons are required in the lab for safety reasons. In addition, lab descriptions and prelab exercises are sold as a "lab packet."  These materials will be available during the first lab period. If you have goggles or an apron from a previous lab experience you can use them, but labs have been revised and different prelab exercises are used each semester; therefore, you must buy these.

The laboratory exercises are coordinated with the lecture material. Laboratory experiments are chosen to reinforce concepts which have been discussed in lecture. The weekly, two-hour laboratory begins with a brief prelab discussion. Time for students to complete the laboratory report is provided. All laboratory reports are due at the conclusion of the laboratory period.