Physical Science 102
Instructor: Dr. Kenneth M. Maloney
Date:e-mail scitech@kennethmaloney.com
Website: www.kennethmaloney.com
Course Description: Physical Science 102 is designed to meet the science
requirements of non-science majors. Little or no
science background is required. This course
introduces the fundamental laws, modern theories and
principles of chemistry with emphasis on the
properties and states of matter, atomic and molecular
structure, chemical reactions and reactivity.
Successful completion of this course will enable you
to write chemical formulas, balance chemical equations,
and begin to understand how chemistry is involved in
everyday life.
Co-Requisite: Physical Science 102 L
Prerequisite: Basic mathematics
Course Objectives: To introduce the fundamental concepts, laws, and
principles of physical science needed for a
better understanding of our physical surroundings
and provide the necessary background for upper
level science courses.
Student Objectives: Upon satisfactory completion of Physical Science
102, a student will gain a better understanding
of the fundamental laws, concepts, and principles
of physical science and develop data aquisition,
processing, and inference skills.
Course Requirements: Students are expected to attend all scheduled
lecture periods, be prompt for all classes, take
the scheduled exams and quizzes and complete all
assigned homework.
General Comments: BRCC regulations and polices regarding conduct
and attendance will be enforced.
Text: Conceptual Physical Science by Hewitt, Schocki,and Hewitt, Addison Wesley Longman Publishers,3rd edition (ISBN 0 - 321 - 05173 - 4).
Course Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:
Prelab exercises(10% of total grade)
Lab reports/post lab questions(65% of total grade)
*Special Note: Late homework and assignments will not be accepted.
Students are solely responsible for informing the instructor of missed
homework, assignments and exams. The aforementioned can only be made
up with an acceptable written excuse and only through arrangements
with the instructor during designated time periods. Assignments and
exams can only be made up and turned in within two class periods after
the absentee. Any other arrangement is at the discretion of the
instructor.
LECTURE SCHEDULE -
Date Title/Chapter Exercises**Work-Study PlatformStart- Classes begin
Date
Introduction and Orientation ****
Physical Science, Measurement,
and Uncertainty ****
Atomic Structure 14,15
The Quantum Model: Atomic Orbitals
Periodicity
The Nucleus and Radioactivity 16
•Isotopes, Natural and Artifical
•Transmutation of Elements
•Nuclear Fission and Fusion
Elements of Chemistry 17
Mixtures 18
Chemical Bonding 19
Molecular Attractions 20
Chemical Reactions 21
Acids, Bases, and Redox Reactions 22,23
Organic Chemistry 24
Special Topics ****
Date Laboratory Final
Date Class end
Days Final Exam (Lecture)
*Special Notes to Students
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At the end of each chapter there is a checklist for review that
specifies key chapter terms, provides a short summary of pertinent
facts and concepts and outlines chapter specific operational skills
that should be mastered. The statement of operational skills is
proceeded by a highlighted objective statement. The objective
statement is followed by a description of the skill that must be attained
to accomplish that objective. All lectures, homework and in class
assignments are strategically designed to assist you in mastering those
operational skills detailed at the end of each chapter. Examinations
will be specifically designed to evaluate your mastery of the chapter
specfic operational skills. Outlined below are numbers for practice
exercises in each chapter that you should work on continuously in an
effort to reinforce the mastery of concepts and skills presented in
classroom discussions. These problems will often be the focal point
of in - class discussions, homework, and group assignments.
