program self-study report - Lamar University Electrical Engineering

CHEM 1411 - General ChemistrySpring 2006 Semester(Required)2006-2008 Catalog Data: CHEM 1411: General Chemistry. Credit 4. Mathematics based review ofchemical laws and theory for science, engineering and preprofessionalmajors. Prerequisite: High school chemistry or CHEM 1375 with grade of"C" or better; and MATH 1314 or two years of high school algebraand SAT math scores of 500 or better.Textbook:Coordinator:Chemistry, The Central Science by Brown, LeMay & Bursten, 10 th ed.2006 (Prentice Hall)Dr. Kenneth L. DorrisCourse Objectives: Preparation for CHEM 1412Chapters:1. Introduction & Appendix A: Mathematical Operations2. Atoms, Molecules, and Ions3. Stoichiometry: calculations with Chemical Formulas and Equations4. Aqueous Reactions and Solutions Stoichiometry5. Thermochemistry6. Electronic Structure of Atoms7. Periodic Properties of the Elements8. Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding9. Molecular Geometry and Bonding TheoriesLaboratory Manual: Chem 1411 Laboratory Manual. Lamar University. Neidig / Spencer /Gillette / Griswold. Brooks / Cole Laboratory SeriesExperiments:1. Safety Briefing and review of Lab Handbook2. Measuring the volume of liquids3. Identifying a liquid using Physical Properties4. Empirical Formula of an Oxide5. Writing and balancing Chemical Equations6. Observing Signs of Chemical Reactions7. Balancing Oxidation-Reduction Equations8. pH, Acids and Bases9. Standardizing a Sodium Hydroxide Solution10. Titrating the Acetic Acid in Vinegar11. Estimating a Heat of Neutralization12. Lewis StructuresSchedule: Three 50-minute or two 75-minute lectures per week. Three one-hour exams and 2 ½ hourcomprehensive final. Grade based entirely on Four Exams and Laboratory.EE Program Self-Study Report-2006 93