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GECH119 Chemistry and Society Introduction

GECH119 Chemistry and Society Introduction. Dr. Ralph C. Gatrone Virginia State University Department of Chemistry and Physics. Course Description. Chemistry and Society introduces chemical principles and applies them to issues and problems facing society,

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GECH119 Chemistry and Society Introduction

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  1. GECH119Chemistry and SocietyIntroduction Dr. Ralph C. Gatrone Virginia State University Department of Chemistry and Physics

  2. Course Description • Chemistry and Society introduces • chemical principles and applies them to issues and problems facing society, • the fundamental language and symbols of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry, • energy, nuclear chemistry, air quality and water quality

  3. Textbook • Chem in Your World, Melvin Joesten and John Hogg, Cengage (2011) • Assignment: read Chapter 1

  4. Evaluation • 3 Examinations + Final Examination • Tests: 300 points • Final Exam: 200 points • Total: 500 points

  5. Evaluation • 450 – 500 (90% or more) A J J • 400 - 449 (80%) B J • 325 - 399 (65%) C J • 250 – 324 (50%) D L • 0 – 249 (less than 50%) F L L

  6. Evaluation • Grades are earned • Grades cannot be negotiated • Grades are not influenced by whether • I like you, • I feel sorry for you, • you will lose a scholarship, • you will forfeit a tuition reimbursement, • your excellent GPA is ruined, • you will be sent back to a repressive country, • you will not graduate on time • These are your concerns. • My concern is that you learn the material.

  7. Extra Credit • Extra credit was not listed. • Extra credit will not be provided. • Extra credit will not be considered. • Do not request extra credit.

  8. Attendance • Assumption: you are adult students • Attendance in lecture is expected • The job of understanding the material is YOURS! • Attendance at the tests is mandatory • Makeup tests will not be given. • A missed test will receive a grade of zero • No excuse will be acceptable.

  9. Possible ExcusesThat Will Not be Accepted • An excuse for missing a test from: • Your doctor • Your nurse • Your analyst • Your mother • Your funeral director • Your Residence Advisor • will not be accepted.

  10. A Note on Exams • Exam Format • 50 multiple choice questions. • 2 points each • Final Exam Format • 200 multiple choice questions. • 1 point each.

  11. A Word on the Final Exam • The final exam has been scheduled by the university to minimize conflicts between rooms and courses. • If the date and time selected are inconvenient for you, please withdraw from the course today. • There is no excuse that I will accept that would permit you take the exam early. • There is no excuse that I will accept that would permit you take the exam late. • Do not bring me an excuse from your doctor, nurse, hospital, analyst, mother, travel agent, or funeral director – none will be accepted. • Travel arrangements should be made after the final examination.

  12. Homework • You are expected to do the problems at the end of each chapter. • However, they will not be collected, graded nor discussed in class. • Quiz and exam questions frequently come from the homework. • The job of understanding the material is yours!

  13. Cell Phones • While in class - turn your cell phone off. • If a cell phone rings or you are observed texting I will immediately end the class or test. • Any material that may have been covered will be the sole responsibility of the student. • Obviously unfinished exams remain unfinished. • Turn your desire to communicate with anyone except me off.

  14. Expectations • A professional student is expected to • attend classes • purchase course materials • study • be prepared • do well • The job of understanding the material is yours!

  15. Expectations • Faculty members are expected to • attend class • prepare lecture materials • present lecture material • prepare and grade tests and quizzes • be available for outside consultation • keep accurate records

  16. An Important Goal of this Course • Transition from student to scholar • It requires • Mastery of content • Application of theoretical constructs • The development of the skills to • critique, analyze, research, discuss, write, and present

  17. What is the minimum I need to do to get out of here? • Depends, what grade do you want? • W, F, or D • Attend class irregularly • Study just before each test • Rely upon your memory • C, B, or A • Attend class • Read the chapter before and after class • Review lecture notes daily • Study 1.5 – 2 hours per day, 6 days per week • Do all homework problems • See instructor for assistance

  18. Comment • I have never met a student who could not learn chemistry. • Some students may have had to take the course 3 or more times. • Personal record is 5 times. • The number of attempts necessary is dependent upon you.

  19. Why don’t some students learn? • Fear • Wrong attributes • Lack of confidence • Too much confidence • Failure to follow through • Paralysis due to personal/family problems • Failure to imitate best practices • Lack of balance of social and academic life • Failure to appreciate delayed gratification.

  20. How Do I Earn that Elusive A? • Read the chapter before lecture • Attend lecture • Re-read the chapter after lecture • Review lecture notes daily • Rewriting is strongly suggested • Do homework problems. • Seek assistance when necessary. • I am available during my office hours or any other time my door is open. • Do not study just before each test. • Studying must be done every day.

  21. How do I contact Dr. Gatrone? • Office location: HM239N • Office phone: 524-5762 • Email: rgatrone@vsu.edu • I usually respond to email messages within 24 hr. • I do not respond to an email address that ends with anything other than @vsu.edu

  22. Is this the only course I am taking? • I am afraid my answer is YES! • Time invested = Desired grade • Average professional works 60 hours/week • Professional student • 18 hours/week in class • 60 – 18 = 42 • 42hours/6 days = 7 hours per day • Or approximately 2 hours/class/day • Time invested = Desired grade

  23. Why? • The job of understanding the material is yours. • If you choose to study chemistry like other courses you have taken you might do well, but the odds are against this possibility.

  24. Why am I taking this class? • Required for my major • I will never need it • Elective • I will certainly never need it • Required for my major • I might need it someday • I needed 4 more credits. • Only class available at this forsaken time • Best course on campus • Best instructor on campus • I need to lower my GPA!

  25. Important Questions • Is drop/add over? • Are there any other instructors available? • Is GEPH101 easier? • When is the last day to withdraw? • What is the minimum I need to pass? • What is chemistry? • Let’s get started!

  26. What?First classes are always short! • Important to note • this class meets twice each week • Primary reason for failing my class is: • Attendance.

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