Chemistry 2060 - Section 1
Fall 2006
12:10 – 1:30 pm TTH, 214 Williams
Instructor: Dr. Tamara R. Nauman Office: 207 Choppin Hall Phone: 578-5978
Office Hours:
MTWTh 8:00 am - 10:00 am; 2:00 - 3:00 pm
E-mail:
tnauman@lsu.edu
Homepage:
http://www.chem.lsu.edu/lucid/nauman
Text: Philip S. Bailey, Jr. and Christina, A. Bailey, Organic Chemistry: A Brief Survey of Concepts and Applications and Solutions Manual and Study Guide 6th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2000 (ISBN: 0-13-057228-4).
Supplements: A full copy of my class lecture notes can be purchased from Lancia Darville (225)754-2541 in 314 Choppin Hall. Molecular model kits may be purchased from John Osiri (225)810-8520 in 204 or 235 Choppin Hall.
Course Evaluation: The final course grade will be based on a score of 1000 points (NO CURVE).
Three hourly exams: 30% (100 points each, a total of 300 points)
Final exam: 25% (250 points)
20 Quizzes: 20% (10 points each, a total of 200 points)
Group Homework: 25% (10 homeworks @ 25 points each, a total of 250 pts.)
Bonus "ESSAY" assignment: 40 points (bonus)
Class
Discussion, writings: 10 points (bonus)
Grading Scale: A = 100 - 90% B = 89 - 80% C = 79 - 70% D = 69 - 60% F = below 60%
Grades will be posted on Blackboard:
Grades will be posted under Course Information for CHEM 2060 on Blackboard.
Graded work can be picked up from plastic file folder boxes on the wall to the right of 207 Choppin. Answer keys will be posted on the bulletin board to the left of 207 Choppin.
Exams: There will be three hourly exams during class and a comprehensive final exam. Contact me before an exam at 578-5978 if you will miss an exam due to a University allowed absence. Only University allowed absences will be eligible for making up an exam, turning in homework late without penalty or dropping a quiz [bring dated proof within a week of the missed day(s)]. Under special circumstances a missed exam, homeworks, etc. can be factored out of your final grade %.
Hourly Exams: Sept. 28, Nov. 9 and Nov. 30; Final Exam: Sat., Dec. 16, 3:00-5:00 PM
NOTE: For all exams you must bring the following: your student ID, a large green Scantron sheet (purchase at least four at the Union), sharpened pencils, and you may also bring a molecular model kit. NO calculators or computers are allowed.
Quizzes: There will be 20 in-class quizzes -- about one per lecture -- worth 10 points each. Each quiz will consist of a simple question pertaining to the material we have covered on or before that day. Quiz sheets with the date will be available at the beginning of each class to be used for each daily quiz - pick one up and fill in your name and study group name. Why a quiz every class? 1) this requires you to come to class where you will learn more than on your own; 2) this assures me that you will be paying attention in class instead of talking to your neighbor, reading the newspaper, etc.; 3) how well you do on the quiz lets me know how well you are learning.
Homework: There will be 10 graded homework assignments. Students can work on these in "organic functional group" study groups composed of one to six students. NOTE: Each student in the group must turn in their own hand-written copy of the assignment with their name printed in the upper right hand corner. The deadline for study group sign up is Thursday, September 14. Students who wish to work alone should still sign up on a functional group sheet and work as a group of one. Groups will be referred to by the assigned organic functional group names. Failure to sign up for a group will result in the loss of bonus points for class discussion. You are welcome to change groups at any time, but you must let me know if you switch groups. Homeworks handed in late (without justification) will lose 10 points per day past the due date. The due date on the homework means that the homework is due in class on that day before 1:30 PM. Blank homework sheets are available on the bulletin board by 207 Choppin where the answer keys will be posted for homeworks and exams. There will also be nongraded homework problems assigned. It is very important that you do the nongraded problems because questions based on these will also appear on the exams. If after attempting on your own and with your study group you have any trouble with the graded or nongraded homework problems, you should see me immediately!
Class Discussion: I will be asking questions in class to study groups. If your group is sitting together, then you will be able to discuss the question for a short period of time and answer as a group so try to sit together. Bonus credit (maximum of 10 points) will be given to those who show up (remember attendance is based on the quizzes) and answer the questions.
Bonus Essay Assignment: There will be one BONUS essay
assignment. It will be a 3-4 page
typed essay with at least 3 references or equivalent assignment on some
chemistry topic and it will be worth 40 points. I will give you the topic during the first 2 weeks of
class. It can be handed in anytime
before November 16 or on November 16
by 1:30 PM. Groups can
work together on the bonus essay, but each essay from members of the same group
must be different. In other words: each member must turn in their own individual
paper (written in your own words and style).
Helpful Hints for Learning Organic
Chemistry:
1.
Survey the assigned
material for overall concepts before lecture…meaning SKIM READ THE BOOK!
2.
Go back and read
the same material for comprehension focusing on unclear areas.
3.
Work problems
within the chapter during this second reading.
4.
Go to lecture and
take notes.
5.
Reread any remaining
unclear areas.
6.
Work problems, work
problems, work problems within and at the end of the chapter. Work until you fully comprehend the
concept.
7.
If you are still
unclear about a concept, ask Dr. Nauman but NOT on the day of the exam or the
day before the exam (by then it will be too late for you to truly absorb the
material).
Outside Class Assistance:
If you can't meet with me during my office hours, then please contact me by e-mail or make an appointment with me. A couple of days before the exams, I will hand out a study guide (which will also be posted on the internet at the beginning of the semester) and will have a review/help session during class time. If you need further help, please make an appointment with me. You can also get help from the free tutors in the Biology & Chemistry Tutorial Center, 113 E.B. Doran Building (across from the Dairy Store) or hire a tutor in the chemistry department (see the tutor list posted on the bulletin board by my office - 207 Choppin). If you get a message on your returned homework or exams or by e-mail that says to COME SEE ME IMMEDIATELY, do so immediately so that we can get you on track for a good grade in this course.
New “W” policy
Class Rules:
No talking while I am lecturing. Turn cell phones off before entering class. You are expected to pay attention to my lecture in order to learn the material presented and to complete assignments on time. If you fail to do so, you will lose all available BONUS points. Any academic misconduct, whether premeditated or unpremeditated (as defined in the Code of Student Conduct), will be reported to the Office of the Dean of Students for appropriate actions.
Chapter Title Sections
1 Bonding in Organic Compounds 1.1 - 1.6
2 The Alkanes: Structure and Nomenclature of Simple Hydrocarbons 2.1 - 2.9
3 Alkenes and Alkynes: Structure and Nomenclature 3.1 - 3.6
4 An Introduction to Organic Reactions 4.1 - 4.5
5 Reactions of Alkenes and Alkynes 5.1 - 5.8
6 Aromatic Compounds 6.1 - 6.5
7 Stereochemistry 7.1 - 7.8
8 Organic Halogen Compounds 8.1 - 8.6
9 Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers 9.1 - 9.11
10 Amines 10.1 - 10.8
11 Aldehydes and Ketones 11.1 - 11.6
12 Carboxylic Acids 12.1 - 12.5
13 Derivatives of Carboxylic Acids 13.1 - 13.10
14 Carbohydrates 14.1 - 14.5
15 Lipids 15.1 - 15.6
Important
Dates During the Fall 2006
Semester:
September 4 Labor
Day Holiday
5 Final
date for dropping courses without receiving a "W"
7 Final
date for adding courses for credit and making section changes.
October 5-6 Fall Holiday
16-21 Midsemester
Examination Period
22 Registration
for spring and summer semester begins, 5 pm
November 10 Final
drop date and final resigning from University date
23-24 Thanksgiving Holiday
December 6-10 Dead
Week
9 Last
day of classes
11-16 Final
Exam period
21 Commencement
Day
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Last revised: September 13, 2006
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