Chemistry 201

Welcome to Chemistry 201 section DEN taught by Prof. J. Walker Spring 2012, Truman College. If you are enrolled in this section please check the website frequently for announcements and new information. Section DEN meets in Room 3170 on Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and in Room 3184. Class begins January 18th, 2012. You may always reach me by email: jwalker@ccc.edu

Course Catalog Description

Topics include the periodic table of the elements, atomic structure, basic concepts of quantum theory, bonding, stoichiometry of compounds and reactions, thermochemistry, the gaseous state, basic concepts of the liquid and solid states, solutions, acids and bases. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.

Prerequisite: Eligibility for Mathematics 140 or higher and either Grade of C or better in Chemistry 121 or one year of high school chemistry, or consent of department chair.

4 lecture and 4 lab hours per week in a 16 week semester. 5 credit hours

Students may take this course to meet concentration or elective requirements for an associates degree, to fulfill requirements for a career occupational degree, or to prepare for other careers in the physical sciences or healthcare professions.

Note: Chemistry 201 has an IAI code of CHM 911. You can learn more about IAI by visiting iTransfer.

Instructor

Prof J. Walker
jwalker@ccc.edu
Office: 3826
Phone: (773) 907-4698
Website: JustOnly.com/chemistry/index.php

Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 9 to 11. Tuesday and Thursday from 1 to 4. Other hours by appointment

Textbook for Spring 2012

note: Gilbert will be used for Chem 203 in Spring 2012

General Chemistry 10th Ed.
by Petrucci, Herring, Madura, Bissonnette
Pearson ©2011
ISBN: 978-0-13-206452-1

Mastering Chemistry

All laboratories will be available to download from this website. There is no laboratory textbook to purchase.

Laboratory Notebook

No specific brand is required but the pages MUST BE BOUND. Examples will be shown in class. Spiral notebooks may NOT be used.

Calculator

You will need a scientific calculator (includes log and trig functions) and should bring it with you to class.

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Student Services

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Students with Disabilities

The Truman College Disability Access Center (DAC) verifies needs pursuant to the American Disabilities Act (ADA), determines student academic accommodations, and issues accomodation letters. The center is located in room 1428 with phone number: (773) 907-4725. Linda Ford is the director.

Tutoring Center

The tutoring center is located in room L129, 773-907-4785.

TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO is for low-income students, first generation college students, or students with disabilities who need academic support: room 1435, 773-907-4797. Registration is required at the start of each semester.

Student Success and Leadership Institute (SSLI)

SSLI is for students who need various other support services to achieve their educatinal goals: room 1435, 773-907-4714