TENNESSEE WESLEYAN COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS

I.    COURSE:                         C 351    COORDINATION CHEMISTRY         3 c.h.
      CLASS LOCATION:        Fisher 302

II. TERM:                      Fall 2008
    INSTRUCTOR:        Dr. Joyce R. Baker
    OFFICE:                  Fisher 215
    PHONE:                   423-746-5233
    OFFICE HOURS:   MWF 9:00-9:50 a.m. and TTH 9:30-10:30 a.m. or by appointment
    EMAIL:                     jrbaker@twcnet.edu
    URL:                         www.twcnet.edu/jrbaker/Teach/C351/index.html

III. COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of metal complexes, associated bonding theories, nomenclature, geometries, ligand effects,
     magnetic properties, organometallic chemistry and some group theory.   Prerequisite: C 102

 IV.    COLLEGE-WIDE LEARNING OUTCOMES
        use effectively the communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening **
        be knowledgeable of religious beliefs and issues, the religious positions of others, and the choices with which religion confronts them
        recognize the issues that affect social and political behavior in their historical and cultural perspective
        demonstrate mathematical and basic computer skills, and discover the impact of science and technology **
        appreciate the contributions of the arts and literature to life enrichment
        choose physical activities which will enhance wellness.

        **  college-wide learning otucomes covered in this course

V.     COURSE GOALS & OBJECTIVES/COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
         The student is expected to be able to name metal complex compounds by IUPAC rules,  predict geometries of these compounds,
         and explain the modem bonding theories associated with coordination chemistry.

VI.    COURSE RELATIONSHIP TO MAJOR PROGRAM & DEPARTMENTAL OR INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSES:
        This course is required for the general science/chemistry major and recommended for the    
        chemistry major.  It will prepare graduates to visual molecules in 3-dimensions and be knowledgeable
        in coordination chemistry and its application to other scientific fields.
   
VII.   COURSE RELATIONSHIP TO CONTENT AREA KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS FROM THE EDUCATION MATRICES:
        This course will provide the secondary chemistry teacher with in-depth knowledge of the chemistry of
        the transition, lanthanide and actinide elements.

VIII.  TEXT AND OTHER REQUIRED RESOURCES:
         Miessler & Tarr,  Inorganic Chemistry, 3rd. ed., Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2004

IX.     TOPICS OR UNITS OF INSTRUCTION:
          Review of Atomic Theory and Atomic Properties, Theories of Chemical Bonds, Molecular Symmetry in Inorganic Chemistry,
          Werner’s Classical Coordination Chemistry, Crystal Field Theorv, Magnetic Properties, Mechanisms of Inorganic Reactions
          in Solution and Organometallic Chemistry, and Nomenclature & Group Theory.  Chapter 2-5 & 9-12

X.     ADDITIONAL READINGS:
         The student will prepare a 10-12 page paper (not including references) and use appropriate resources
         for his/her topic.  Topic to be chosen by Sept.8.  First draft is due Oct. 25.  Final draft is due Dec. 1.

XI.    METHODS OF INSTRUCTION and LEARNING: Lectures, problem solving, computer programs and tests.

XI A. REQUIREMENTS OF STUDENTS: Classroom attendance, reading assigned material and doing assigned problems,
         participation at chalkboard, test performance and paper.

XI B. MEANS OF EVALUATION:
         Exams that require problem solving, definitions and explanations and the research paper.  Total  600 pt.

XI C.   Test Schedule:      Date          Points
            Chapters   2-3      Sept. 12     100
            Chapters   4-5      Sept. 26     100
            Chapters   6, 9     Oct.   17      100
            Chapters 10          Nov. 10      100
            Chapters 11          Dec.   9      100
      
            Lowest test score will be dropped
              
XII D
  GRADING SCALE       
        


100.0-94.0%
A
76.9-73.0%  
 C

93.9-90.0%
A-
72.9-70.0%
 C-

89.9-87.0%
 B+
69.6-67.0%      
 D+

86.9-83.0%  
 B
66.9-63.0%
D

82.9-80.0%  
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62.9-60.0 D-

79.9-77.0%
C+
 60.0-   0%    
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XI E.    ASSESSMENT MEASURES FOR COLLEGE-WIDE LEARNING OUTCOMES  

Learning Outcome
 Measurement
 Assessment
To use effectively the communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening
 Reading: Student will read the textbook, handouts, and assignments.
Writing: Student will complete written exams with each exams containing at least one essay question.  There will also be writing required in the lab notebook.  In addition a 10-12 page research paper is required
Speaking: Student will participate in class discussions and share answers with the class using the Smartboard.
Listening: Student will attend class, participate in lecture and exercises, and follow verbal instructions regarding homework, quizzes and other assignments.
 The student will be assessed on the effectiveness of these four skills as all of the graded course components will require use of these skills
Learning Outcome
Measurement
Assessment
to demonstrate mathematical and basic computer skills, and discover the impact of science and technology
 Mathematical skills: Student will complete multiple types of calculations provided through lecture, handouts, quizzes, homework and examinations.
Impact of Science and Technology. Through the course, material will be related to  the impact to the society historically as well as currently.
 Assessment of Mathematical skills will be done through class examinations
 Assessment of the Impact of Science and Technology will primarily be through essay portions of examinations where students will be required to present the facts and may also be asked to present their views.
            My thanks to Dr. John Berch for permitting me to use his material.

XI F.    ATTENDANCE POLICY:    Attendance is required.  If a test is missed because of illness, a make-up test must be taken within a
           week of the return to classes.  If a test is missed because of an official school function, the test must be taken before the scheduled
           test date and will not count as an absence.  Changes in dates of tests announced in class will take priority over what is printed in this                      syllabus.   You will attend class if or when the instructor has excused absences.

XII.  CLINICAL/LABORATORY/FIELD-BASED EXPERIENCES: None.

XIII.  ADDENDUM: Arrangements for physical disabilities and employment schedules should be discussed with
         the instructor privately.

XIV. DATE PREPARATION/REVISION: November 12, 2008 with permission of class  INITIALED BY:  JRB