Chem 151 - Preparatory General Chemistry - Thomas Gisel
| Course: | Preparatory General Chemistry |
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| Professor: | Thomas Gisel |
| Email: | thomas.gisel@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Welcome to the online version of Chem 151 at College of the Canyons! My name is Mr. Tom Gisel. Like many of you, I started my education at a community college. I then transferred to UW-Madison to get my degrees in Biochemistry. Chemistry is important in our everyday lives, but also as a link between so many science fields. After graduating, I worked for several years in various research labs before discovering my love of teaching Chemistry. I’m excited to be your instructor in an online discovery of what matter is and how it relates to everyday life.
This course is designed as a one semester introduction to Chemistry! We will develop our problem solving skills while exploring the "central science". This is a fast paced course with about one chapter covered every week.
If you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact me at thomas.gisel@canyons.edu
Course Description
Welcome to Chemistry 151 – a 4.0 unit CSU, UC transferable course. This is a one semester preparatory course for CHEM 201 and provides intensive foundation in problem solving, basic atomic theory, stoichiometry, nomenclature, states of matter, and solution chemistry. Laboratory assignments will enforce principles learned and will familiarize students with proper handling and use of equipment. UC,CSU transferable; UC credit limitation: Chem 110 and 151 combined, maximum credit, one course. Prequisite for this course is Math 060, or its equivalent as determined by the COC Assessment Center.
Student Learning Objectives:
- Analyze chemical problems and chemical reactions according to stoichiometric methodology.
- Examine the forms and states of matter, the structure of the atom, arrangement of electrons, and how this relates to the organization of the periodic table.
- Differentiate between the essential features of covalent and ionic bonding.
- Investigate chemical reactions with chemicals, scientific glassware, and instruments in a precise, accurate and safe manner.
- Analyze chemical data, including graphical manipulation, and formulate meaningful conclusions based on chemical data.
What to Expect in this Course
The expected time commitment for this 16-Week, 4 unit in-person class (8-week class double weekly commitment):
Labs are held on campus and in person.
- Lecture: 3 hours In-person or Online
- Lab: 3 hours In-person
- Additional Homework: 4- 6 hours a week
- Total of approximately 12 hours per week
Accessing the online course material (This course is ZTC and has no cost for instruction materials):
From a Desktop or Laptop Computer:
Please use either Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to access the course. Do not use Safari, Internet Explorer or Edge. You can access the course in two ways:
- CoC Canvas Student Support: https://www.canyons.edu/academics/onlineeducation/studentsupport/canvasstudentguides.php (Links to an external site.)
- For instant access to the CoC Canvas login page, go: https://coc.instructure.com/login/canvasLinks to an external site.
Accessing Online Activities in Canvas from a Mobile Device:
When accessing Canvas from mobile devices such as phones or tablets, please use the Canvas app.
- Follow these links to download the Canvas Student Mobile Apps: Android, iOS
- Please note that NOT all features of Canvas are available on the mobile app and some activities may be difficult to complete on a phone or tablet.
Types of Assessments
Exams: There will be 4 exams during the semester. There will be no make-up exams. In place of a make-up exam your lowest exam score will be dropped.
Quizzes: There will be approximately 11 quizzes given during semester
Homework: Homework assignments will be assigned for each chapter and may be completed on the Aktiv Chemistry platform. Homework assignments will be the basis for quizzes.
Laboratory Assignments: Each week according to the attached schedule, a lab will be performed that consists of either a simulation, worksheet, "dry" lab, or some combination thereof.
Textbook Information
Our textbook is: College of the Canyons Chem 151: Preparatory General Chemistry OER: https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/College_of_the_Canyons/Chem_151%3A_Preparatory_General_Chemistry_OER (Links to an external site.) Hard copies are available at the bookstore or can be ordered through LibreText if desired.
Online Homework is: OER through the Libretext ADAPT Platform and will be accessed through our Canvas page.
Other Relevant Course Information
A more comprehensive and detailed description of the course information will be available on Canvas prior to the course start date.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
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Last updated: 04/25/2025 Sub#: 50