Greenville Technical College

CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
Course Syllabus
FALL 2009
COURSE TITLE: General, Organic and Biochemistry
COURSE NUMBER: CHM 105
PREREQUISITE: CHM 100 or CHM 110
Semester credits: 4.0

CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is a study of the fundamental principles of chemistry; reaction rates and
equilibria, acid/base chemistry, an introduction to organic chemistry, and biochemistry.

PURPOSE OF THE COURSE:

This course is taught by the Arts and Sciences Division of the College as a general
course in chemistry for Allied Health students. The purpose of this course is to provide
students in health-related curricula with a background in chemical principles.

INSTRUCTOR:
Dr. Montserrat Rovira-Bru
Office Location: NS-202
Office Phone: 250-8727 (only during office hours)
E-mail: [email protected]
Office hours: Monday and Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm

REQUIRED MATERIALS:
TEXT: Stoker, H. Stephen. General, Organic and Biological Chemistry, 4th edition
(2007), Houghton Mifflin

CALCULATOR: You may NOTuse a programmable calculator in this course (lecture or lab).
Recommended scientific calculator: TI-30XIIS.

LABORATORY MANUAL: CHM 105 Chemistry Laboratory Experiments

SAFETY GOGGLES: You will be allowed to choose between safety googles and visorgogs,
both of which are available at the bookstore. You must wear eye protection in the lab at ALL
times!

REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Must-know file posted on Campus Cruiser

RECOMMENDED SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Lecture Guides and Test Guidelines posted

on Campus Cruiser

Campus Cruiser: In this class, we will use Campus Cruiser to print out numerous items
throughout the semester. I will also be using Campus Cruiser to send out emails and to post
grades. After logging on to Campus Cruiser, go to ‘MyCruiser’, click on CHM 105, on the left
side of screen scroll down to shared files and click on shared files, then click on the file to
download. At this point you can print and/or save the file to your computer.

TERMINAL COURSE OBJECTIVES:

The student who satisfactorily completes CHM 105 should be able to:
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1. Perform calculations involving the pH concept and equilibrium constants.

2. Identify common classes and properties of organic compounds.
3. Name and draw structures for common classes of organic compounds.
4. Identify common properties of biomolecules.
5. Perform basic laboratory techniques and experiments.

GRADING:
Tests (4) 50%
Project (ave) 5%
Lab average 20%
Final Exam* 25%

Computation of Grade for Course:

(Test Avg. x 0.50) + (Project (ave) x 0.05) + (Lab Avg. x 0.20) + (Final Exam x 0.25) =
Final Grade

The final grade for the course will be determined using the following scale:
A 90 - 100%
B 80 - 89%
C 70 - 79%
D 60 - 69%
F 0 - 59%

*All students are required to take the comprehensive final exam. This exam is
comprehensive and will be given during the scheduled exam period for this class.

MAKE-UP TESTS: In general, there will be no make-up tests. Sometimes there are
extenuating circumstances (death in the immediate family, etc.) for which I will determine
whether or not a make-up test is justified (doctor appointments are not acceptable excuses).
The final exam grade will take the place of one missed test, or if no tests have been
missed, it will take the place of the lowest test grade (if the grade is lower than the
exam grade).

HOMEWORK and PARTICIPATION: Weekly problem sets will be assigned. Students are
strongly encouraged to work individually on the assigned homework, although no credit is
available. Questions about homework will be answered during lab sessions.

REPEATING COURSE: If you are repeating the course and have completed the lab portion
of the course with an average lab grade of at least 80% you may elect to repeat only the
lecture portion of the course once you have the permission of your instructor. The student is
responsible for providing proof of the 80% average in the previous lab course. If you repeat
only the lecture portion of the course, the percentages will be changed to tests (56.25%),
HW (12.5%) and final exam (31.25%) and will be used to compute your grade for the
courseas follows:

Computation of Grade for Course (for those approved to retake only the lecture portion of
course):
(Test Avg. x 0.66) + (Final Exam x 0.34) = Final Grade
If you have taken the course and had a lab grade above 80% you are encouraged to retake
the lab. In that case your grade for the course will be calculated using the first formula
which includes the lab grade. If you are repeating the course and your lab average
was below 80%, you must repeat the lab and the first formula will be used to compute
your grade for the course.

EXTRA CREDIT: There is NOextra credit available to students on an individual basis. There
may be some opportunity for extra credit for the class as a whole during the semester (to be
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announced and determined by instructor), but there is NO extra credit under any
circumstance for an individual in order to receive a certain grade.

NOTIFICATION OF FINAL GRADE: It is the policy of the College that GRADES

CANNOT BE POSTED NOR CAN GRADES BE GIVEN OUT OVER THE PHONE OR OVER EMAIL.
Final grades will be posted on CAMPUS CRUISER.

LABORATORY:
Laboratory work is an integral part of all science courses. The detailed rules and procedures
for the laboratory will be explained at the first meeting. Failure to follow laboratory rules and
procedures will result in dismissal from the laboratory with a grade of zero. You must
purchase and wear safety goggles in the laboratory. Appropriate attire must be worn in the
laboratory including shoes that cover the foot (no sandals). Laboratory absences will result
in a grade of zero. You must be on time for lab. Further information about laboratory
grading, policies and procedures will be given at the first laboratory meeting.

PROJECT:
A project related to the chemical nature of a pharmaceutical drug will be assigned (details to
come later) around mid-term. Each student will choose a drug to research and will write a
short (approximately 2-4 page) report on the drug and will give a short (no more than 5
minute) presentation on the drug during lab time. The student will receive a separate grade
for the oral and written portions of the project. The combined project grade will count as 5%
final grade.

ATTENDANCE:
You are expected to attend ALL classes and are responsible for class-work, homework,
lecture notes, reading assignments, etc. if a class has to be missed. Class
attendance is the most important factor for the successful completion of this course. If a
student misses 10% of the scheduled class time (meetings), AND does not have a
passing test average (<70 on tests), he or she may be dropped from the class by
the instructor. 10% equals 4.5 hours of class time. Students will be notified if
administratively withdrawn from the class.

If you arrive to class after your instructor has taken roll and marked you absent, it is YOUR
responsibility to see the instructor immediately at the end of class to see that your absence
is amended to a tardy. Your failure to do so will result in an absence that WILL NOT be
changed at a later time.

DISHONESTY:
Dishonestywill not be tolerated. The details of unacceptable behavior are listed in the
South Carolina Student Code published in the Greenville Technical College Handbook. Any
cheating will at a minimum result in a grade of zero for the work.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Students are expected to be respectful of other students and the professor: Each student is
expected to
─Be on time for class
─TURN OFF CELL PHONE
-Cell phones are not allowed on your desk in class OR in your lap
─Remain seated during class (do not get up to leave class unless it is an
emergency)

UNACCEPTABLE STUDENT BEHAVIOR:

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Student Code of Conduct

SC Technical Education System

Student Code: Classroom Behavior

Discussion and expression of all views relevant to the subject matter is recognized as
necessary to the educational process, but students have no right to interfere with the
freedom of instructors to teach or the rights of other students to learn. The instructor sets
the standards of behavior acceptable in the classroom by announcing these standards early
in the term. If a student behaves disruptively in class after the instructor has explained the
unacceptability of such conduct, the instructor may dismiss the student for the remainder of
that class period. The instructor shall initiate a discussion with the student to resolve the
issue prior to the next class meeting. A further disruption by the student may result in a
second dismissal and referral in writing by the faculty member to the Dean of Students, Brett
Young-Gaffney. These procedures for classroom behavior do not limit the action that may be
taken for proscribed conduct under Section III herein and instructors may dismiss students
from class for the remainder of the class period for such conduct. Students remain subject
to other sanctions hereunder for such conduct.

WITHDRAWLS:
A student wishing to withdraw from this course must do so officially through the office of the
Student Records prior to the last date to withdraw froma course. If you do not properly
withdraw, a grade of ‘F’ will be assigned.
WITHDRAWAL DEADLINE: October 26, 2009.

COMMUNICATIONS:
To maintain the best possible learning environment in this class, each student is invited to
contact the instructor immediately if any problems related to teaching and learning occur.
Any comments or concerns about the course will be addressed in a serious, professional
manner.

If for any reason you do not want share concerns directly with me, please contact any of the
people listed below:
Department Head: Robert Frampton NS 306, 250-8219

Division Dean: Patty Amick UT 105, 250-8187

Division Counselor: Travis Gleaton UT 116, 250-8137

The College would like to strongly encourage all members of the College community to be
alert and aware of their surroundings. Any unsafe conditions, suspicious acts or persons,
and any other security concerns should be reported to Public Safety. All calls will be treated
in a confidential manner.
Public Safety Office: 250-8150
(CELL) 419-9929 or 419-9980

TUTORING:
FREETutoring Services are available in NS-217 (beside PC planet). The schedule is posted
outside the door and is available via campus cruiser. Other tutors are available and listed on
the student information board outside NS-301; these tutors charge by the hour. If you need
assistance with Math, there is free tutoring available at the math center in UT(104)-131.

ACCOMMODATIONS OF SPECIAL NEEDS BASED ON DISABILITY:

· Refer to the College Catalog/Student Handbook, page 48, for additional information.
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All students who have a disability and need accommodations should visit, call, or e-mail
Student Disability Services at the beginning of each semester. Students are strongly
encouraged to obtain their accommodation forms within the first 2 weeks of class to ensure
appropriate services. The office is located at the Barton Campus in UT-137b, and can be
reached by phone at 250-8202 or 250-8408 or by email at [email protected]. The
Disability Service Counselor is available to meet with students on satellite campuses by
appointment.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Add-Drop Period: 8/17-8/21

Labor Day: 9/7
Achieving the Dream Kickoff: 9/24
Last day to withdraw: 10/26
Thanksgiving Holidays: 11/25-11/27
Last day of class: 12/3

Final Exam for this class: Wednesday 12/9, 7:30-10 pm

COURSE OUTLINE – CHEM 105 001

NS 346 Wed 6:30-9:15
Rovira-Bru, Fall 09

Date(s) Topic(s) Textbook Reference(s)

8/17 REVIEW
8/19 Chemical reaction rates and Ch. 9
equilibrium principles
8/26, 9/2 Acids and Bases Ch. 10
9/9-9/16 Saturated hydrocarbons Ch. 12
9/16 TEST #1 Ch. 9,10
9/23-9/30 Unsaturated hydrocarbons Ch. 13
9/30-10/7 Alcohols and ethers Ch. 14
10/7 Aldehydes and ketones Ch. 15
10/14 Carboxylic acids and esters Ch. 16
10/21 Amines and amides Ch. 17
10/28 Carbohydrates Ch. 18
11/4 Lipids Ch. 19
11/11 Proteins Ch. 20
11/18 Nucleic Acids Ch. 22
11/18 Vitamins Ch. 21
12/3 Final exam review
12/9 Final Exam Comprehensive Final
7:30-10:00 pm
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NOTE: SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE!

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LAB SCHEDULE – CHM 105 700/701

NS-216 (700)/NS-317 (701) Monday 6:30-9:15 pm
Frampton (701)/Rovira-Bru (700), Fall 2009

8/17 Review

8/24 Reaction Rates and Equilibrium page 1

8/31 Acids, Bases, pH and Buffers page 13

9/14 Acid-Base Titration page 21

9/21 Properties of Organic Compounds (Part D) page 31

Structure of Alkanes page 39

9/28 Reactions of Hydrocarbons (Parts A, C, D) page 51

Properties of Organic Compounds (Part A,B) page 31

10/5 TEST #2 Ch. 12-13

Alcohols and Phenols page 59

10/12 Aldehydes and Ketones page 67

10/19 Carboxylic Acids and Esters page 95

10/26* TEST #3 Ch. 14-17

10/2 Types of Carbohydrates page 77

Tests for Carbohydrates (Parts A,B,C, D (glucose only), F) page 85

10/9* Lipids (Parts A-D) page 115

10/16 Amino Acids (Part B. Chromatography of Amino Acids) page 161

Peptides and Proteins (Part A-C, E) page 169

10/23 TEST#4 Ch. 18-20

Lab final review

7/30* Lab final

• LAB SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

• *PROJECT PRESENTATIONS
• LABS MAY INCLUDE ADDITIONAL EXPERIMENTS, LECTURE, PROBLEMS, OR
OTHER ACTIVITIES.
• QUIZZES MAY BE GIVEN DURING SOME OR ALL LABS.