TERM: | 2021-22 Fall |
COURSE NUMBER: |
CHEM 341 |
COURSE TITLE: |
Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry |
NAME OF
INSTRUCTOR: |
Dr Cassidy VanderSchee
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CREDIT WEIGHT
AND WEEKLY TIME DISTRIBUTION: |
credits 3(hrs lect 3 - hrs sem 0 - hrs lab 3) |
COURSE
DESCRIPTION: |
This course is an introduction to inorganic chemistry.
The course starts with a discussion of the origin of the elements and
formation of simple molecules. The chemistry of both main group and
transition metals are explored by focusing on theories of structure,
bonding, and the properties of organometallic complexes and
non-molecular solids. The course will pay special attention to the way
inorganic chemistry is important for alternative energy and
bioinorganic chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 201 |
REQUIRED
MATERIALS: |
Miessler, G. L. and Tarr, D. A. Inorganic Chemistry,
5th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall, New Jersey 2014. (strongly
recommended and required for those taking Chem. 445)
Also
required are laboratory safety glasses and a calculator with log and
trigonometric functions. Access to a set of general or organic
chemistry molecular models will be helpful for several topics. You will
also require a laboratory notebook. |
MARK
DISTRIBUTION IN PERCENT: |
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Laboratory |
20% |
Assignments |
10% |
Project |
15% |
CHEM 341 Presentation | 7.5% |
Participation |
5% |
Midterm 1 | 7.5% |
Midterm 2 |
15% |
Final Exam |
20% |
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100% |
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COURSE OBJECTIVES: |
A. Depth and Breadth of
Knowledge
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Develop a more in depth understanding
of the periodic table.
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Connect nuclear chemistry to the
origin of the elements and current medical science
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Identify key types of molecules and
structures formed by the main group elements.
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Connect the ideas of inorganic and
redox chemistry to understand solar technologies
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Articulate the pros and cons of
different alternative energy technologies from a chemical perspective
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Explain the different acid and base
theories and know when to use them.
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Develop the terminology and structural
knowledge used in transition-metal chemistry
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Understand how we describe transition
metal reactions: terminology, crystal field theory, reaction
mechanisms, thermodynamics and rates of reactions
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Understand the unique role transition
metals play in biology in the chemistry of small main group molecules
B. Knowledge of methodologies
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Understand how life cycle analysis is
used to asses alternative energy technologies
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Describe how nuclear chemistry is used
in medicine
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Demonstrate basic lab skills
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Build and test simple energy devices
that demonstrate the ideas developed.
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Learn to make basic observations using
appropriate tools
C. Application of Knowledge
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Apply an understanding of the
theories, models, concepts, and tools of chemistry to explain and
predict structures and reactions involving atoms, molecules and
molecular systems.
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Understand how knowledge of chemistry
can be applied to challenges in developing cleaner energy technologies.
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Interpret observations using the
theories and models developed for main group and transition metal
compounds
D. Communication skills
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Create a unique case study designed to
teach inorganic chemistry to first year chemistry students
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Improve presentation skills by
presenting individually and in groups
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Improve written and formatting skills
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Work in teams to perform laboratory
experiments, read and asses the primary and secondary literature, and
teach key topics to the class
E. Awareness of the limits of knowledge
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Gain an appreciation for the ethical
questions chemistry poses, the power of chemistry to do both good and
harm to society and the natural world.
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Understand how chemistry is limited in
its ability to address complicated global issues
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Know the place of chemistry and King’s
chemists within the global challenges.
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Articulate the hope that is present
when science fails to achieve complete solutions.
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Be aware of how human bias, prejudice,
and failures can affect chemistry.
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Marvel at how much and how little we
know about the complex way life uses the elements to thrive and do
amazing chemistry
F. Maturity and professional capacity
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Work effectively with others in
various situations, including the laboratory setting, classroom, and
out of class work.
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Develop an ability to understand how
younger chemists learn and tools that can help them understand
inorganic chemistry.
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Act with integrity at all times,
showing respect grace and forgiveness to everyone in your learning
communities.
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Take responsibility for your own
learning and develop tools and skills that will lead to your success
and the success of all those in the class.
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COURSE
OUTLINE: |
- T1: Origin of Life Sept 8 - 15
- T2: Nuclear Chemistry Sept 17, 20, 24
- Midterm 1 Oct 1
- T3: Transition Metal Coordination Chemistry Sept 27 – Oct 20
- Acid-Base and Donor Acceptor Chemistry (Ch. 6) Sept 27, 29, Oct 4
- Coordination Chemistry (Ch. 9) Oct 6 - 13
- Reaction Kinetics and Mechanisms (Ch. 12) Oct 15-20
- T4: Bioinorganic Chemistry Oct 22 - Nov 3
- Midterm 2 Nov 12
- T5: The Crystalline Solid State Nov 8, 10, 15
- T6: Inorganic Materials Nov 19 - 26
- CHEM 341 Presentations Nov 29 – Dec 8
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LAB OUTLINE: |
- Introduction to case study project Sept 8, 15
- T1: Origin of Life
- Molecules in Space Sept 29
- T3: Transition Metal Coordination Chemistry
- Cobal complexes and colour Oct 6, 13
- Cis and trans platin Oct 20
- T4: Bioinorganic Chemistry
- Ferritin Lab Oct 27, Nov 3
- T5: The Crystalline Solid State
- Visualizing solid structures Nov 10
- Case Study Presentations Nov 17
- T6: Inorganic Materials
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