Organic Chemistry CH 321-01: Syllabus

Lecture Instructor: Mark Lassiter, PhD
Phone: 669-8012 x3303 (Office) 231-5224 (Home)
e-mail: mlassiter@montreat.edu Web: http://cesc.montreat.edu/Mark
Office Hours: Monday-8-9;9-10,12-1; Tuesday-1-2; Wednesday-8-9,9-10; Friday-9-10,2-3

Class Meetings: Lecture and Laboroatory -8:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. TTH Friday 1:00-1:50 pm- MSB 2ndFl

Course Description:
The structure, nomenclature, stereochemistry, energy relations, and reaction mechanisms of major classes of organic compounds are studied in application to biological, toxicological, and environmental topics. Lecture and laboratory will include the utilization of spectroscopy data to identify compounds. The laboratory will emphasize experimental techniques of synthesis, isolation, and identification of compounds. Prerequisites: Chemistry 201, 202 or permission of professor. [Class time: TTh - 3 hr/week & Laboratory - 4hr/week: Credit 4 hr]

Texts: 1) Organic Chemistry (4rd ed.), Volhardt, K. P.& Schore, N. E.
2) Study Guide & Solutions Manual for Organic Chemistry, Schore, N. E.
Laboratory Manuals:
1) Microscale Experiments in Organic Chemistry-Pt-1 CH221 Wahl, G. H.
2) Micro-Scale Experiments in Organic Chemistry-Pt-2 CH223 Wahl, G. H.

Reference Texts / WEb site: (Students need these texts available for reference. )
A Biblical Response to Environmental Issues, Earth-Wise Calvin DeWitt
Biology: Through the Eyes of Faith, R. T. Wright
Course Web Site - Access Packaged with purchased course materials
Molecular Structure Model Set for Organic Chemistry

Objective / Goals of EV/CH 321 Organic Chemistry:
1.The student will be able to utilize visual computer animations, text presentations, and student-student assistance to develop the processes of chemical reaction mechanisms.

2. Students will be able to relate their responsibility of chemical knowledge to their faith and express their faith in their mutual support of their peers in their inquiry and academic growth.
Goal:To enhance learning through various styles of instruction and student-student assistance while fostering an atmosphere of Christ-centered support and encouragement. *Educational Objectives: 1.5, 1.7, 4
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2. Students will be able to utilize complex assimilations of numerous chemical mechanisms to explain the formation of chemical compounds.
Goal: To encourage the development of critical thinking in the assimilation of concepts and specific information. *Edu Obj: 3
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3. Students will be able to perform concept application within their testing tools. Successful completion of test tasks will illustrate the abiltiy of the student to make these applications.
Goal: To develop foundational concepts and principles of Organic Chemistry applicable to Environmental Studies and in preparation for professional training (i.e. Medical School and Graduate School). *Edu Obj: 3,4,5
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4. Students will be able to prepare by themselves and with the assistance of their peers in order to successfully teach the chapters of this semester to their peers through peer interactive sessions.
Goals:
- Self actualized review and preparation, supported and encouraged by small study groups and participatory learning/instruction. *Edu Obj: 6,7
-Student Directed instruction and development of presentation material. *Edu Obj: 2,3,4
-Independent learning and discussion based interactive class meetings. *Edu Obj: 1.1, 1.5, 1.7, 3,5,7
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5. Students will be able to develop an independent research topic that will be successfully explored in the laboratory investigations. The students will prepare a scientific format paper and a professional presenation.
Goal: Independent inquiry skills including the maintainence of records and the development of a written scientific document. *Edu Obj: 2,4
* Educational Objectives: found on the Web - http://www.montreat.edu

Course Components:
1. Lectures / Discussion( TTH, Fri.) will utilize primarily the Vollhardt/Schore text and build upon the Environmental Inorganic Chemistry course.
2. A note co-op program will be encouraged this semester (required in the fall semester). The students will prepare the material in each chapter and this will be discussed as a group during the class meetings. As evidence for the parparation of class materials, exercises will be prepared and utilized in the discussion and in-class work.
3. Individuals and Study Groups are to review the chapter material and work problems at the end of the chapter. You are responsible for working together to assist each other in mastery of course specifics and concepts.
4. There will be three tests given within two hour blocks outside of class time. Laboratory quizzes dealing with safety, techniques, and major concepts will be given at the beginning of the laboratory on those assigned dates. A presentation and paper from each student dealing with their independent research project will serve as the final exam.
5. Each student will complete their independent research project and compile records of their investigations. This project will develop laboratory and conceptional skills. A presentation and paper from each student dealing with their independent project will serve as a final exam.
6. Students will independently prepare class instruction that they will lead. (Begins after the first test.)
7. Room 209 and the Tutorial/Development Classroom Station will be open during the day. The Organic Chemistry class may arrange for a tutorial period (that may include a weekday evening) at which time the instructor could be available for assistance and the room could be scheduled for class group work.
8. Students are encouraged to see the instructor as soon as possible if any help is needed with the review material. Do not forget to utilize the study guide and reference material.

Class Presentations:
Each of the students in the course will independently prepare for the discussion of the materials within each chapter. Dr. Lassiter will lead the discussions of the materials for the first test, but after this point, the students are responsible for the logistics of the class discussions and the development of class integrations of practice problems to enable mastery of the material. The students' training during last semester establishes the foundation from which this self-actualized instruction takes place, taking responsibility for their own learning. The discussion provides a mechanism of accountability and establishes a platform for developing concept integrations and applications. [The students taking this course are either pre-professional student preparing themsleves for graduate training to encourage these advanced skills. This teaching strategy enables the student to take responsibility for their own learning. The small class further makes it possible to concentrate upon this component of the student's training.]

Test Preparation:
The first test will be prepared by the professor, but after this point, the tests will be developed by the students and passed to the professor. The students and the professor work together to develop the test that integrates the components of the chapter concepts and makes appropriate applications of the material. The tests will be taken in a two hour block outside of the class periods (though this will be evaluated by the class and possibly altered during the semester).

Small Groups and Documentation of Group Efforts:
It will be necessary to compile your practice and preparation materials in an organized fashion so that these can be shared in the class discussion. The extent to which you prepare before class will have direct bearing upon how well we can discuss this in class and whether or not you can have your concerns dealt with in the discussion. "Better to be prepared and get assistance when you are dealing with a topic, than to poorly prepare over a long period and get hopelessly lost."

Biological or Environmental Synthesis Project:
Last semester's Report included the following: Introduction, Objective of your Project, Eight Reviews, Description of the Procedures/Strategies of Your Project. In the last half of the laboratory sessions, you will carry out your own research to establish the chemical techniques that enable you to develop your project. You will gather experimental data from your work in a laboratory workbook, analyze your findings, and write-up your project in a scientific format (material from the first semester project cn be utilized in your introduction).One goal of this work is to encourage student engagement and application of their training. the student will present the project in a multimedia presentation to the class and possibly a state or national conference. A well prepared and maintained laboratory observations / data workbook is to be presented as part of each specific work.

Suggestions:
1. You should have a loose leaf notebook for your notes and handouts.
2. It is recommended that you read the week’s material before the week it is to be covered in lecture and review this material with your lecture notes soon after each lecture. Bring your text, notes, and practice problems to class.
3. Your notes can be organized into concepts/principles that are denoted by major headings in your text (& could even be highlighted and recorded in your text). This will help you to apply and associate material.

Student Expectations:
Talking or distracting others in class will not be tolerated. If this occurs, you will be asked to leave class and be credited with an absence. Cheating is not tolerated and if caught you are informed at the end of the semester and you will automatically fail the class. There are no second chances. All use of tobacco is prohibited in Morgan Science Center. No hats will be worn in class. Due to safety concerns, there will be absolutely no drinking or eating in the classroom or laboratory.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Attendance. Each class is important. You will need to notify me prior to missing a class. Upon missing class, you are required to check with two / three other students to gather all assignments and materials covered. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MATERIAL COVERED IN CLASS DURING YOUR ABSENCE. Being late 3 times equals one absence. Students who miss more than six classes will receive an “F” for the course. Laboratory Attendance: Your attendance to each laboratory is required with no make-up given for the material or points associated with that laboratory.

Class Participation. Students are expected to be prepared for and participate in discussions and class activities. Assigned readings must be read prior to class.
Completion of Class Outcomes. All assignments and evaluation tools are to be completed and submitted on time.
Laboratory Attendance:
•Your attendance to each laboratory is required with no make-up given ffor the material or points associated with that laboratory.

Student Improvement:
I have an open-door policy. Please feel free to come speak with me. I invite your interest in directing/altering this course. I will be glad to take any suggestions or concerns you might have and I will try to express to you my concerns about the decisions made in the development of this course. Your concern may lead us both to a unique instruction of the material. I will want to challenge you (even push you sometimes) and I invite you to speak with me if I can help. I will often direct you back to seeking assistance from each other and I will want to development your self-help skills, but I do encourage you to seek out my help.

Instructor Improvement:
I have much to learn from you. I have particular interest in how you can help me become a more effective teacher for you and others. My goal is to encoaurge an open interchange of ideas through an ongoing sharing of course improvement of both proficient instruction and course design. I can learn much from you if you will take a moment to share your ideas. Thanks.
The challenges of this semester represent the culmination of the valuable training in your self-initiative. I tell students that we just do not know what exciting ventures are ahead of us in a class with this tructure and independence. I excitedly await what God will bring us in this semester together. May we know God's presence with us in these endeavors. Mark

Grade Records and Midterm Grades:
Grading Scale:A=100-92, A- = 91-90,
B+=89-88, B=87-82, B-=81-80,
C+=79-78, C=77-72,C-=71-70,
D+=69-68,D=67-62, D-=61-60, F= below 60.

The instructor reserves the right to adjust final grades based on attendance, attitude, behavior and/or special projects. If the participation in class indicates poor preparation, unannounced quizzes may be given at the beginning of lecture.. You will not be allowed extra time to complete the quiz if you come in late and no make-up is given. Material for quizzes and exams will come directly from the lectures and reading assignments. You are responsible for everything presented in class and covered in outside assignments. There are often bonus questions given on quizzes or exams, however, make-ups of either the tests or final do not have bonus questions.

You are responsible for keeping records that confirm your grade. Grade checks must be accompanied with your records. Athletes who require periodic grade checks are responsible for keeping the below form and presenting their grades at the time of the request for the grade check. This form, with current upgrading, is to accompany the grade check sheet.
If your midterm grades are below a "C-", you will be required to set-up an appointment with the instructor to discuss your grades and determine an assistance and self engagement strategy for your improvement.

Grades: Please Keep Your Grade Records.
I. Lecture:Course PercentageYour Final Grade: Total Course Points:

Three (3) Lecture Tests (14% each)42% _____ + _____ + _____ =______
(Each Test % x 14 points in each blank)

Group Presentations (3% ea.) 9%_____ _____ _____=______
(Average % x 9 points in totals blank.)
II. Laboratory:

Laboratory Write-Up / Techniques 9%_____ (Average % x 18 pts. in blank.)=______

Three (3) Laboratory Quizzes (2.0% ea.) 6%___ + ___ + ___=______
(Each quiz % x 2.0 points in each blank.)

III. Integration of Lecture and Laboratory:

Environmental Synthesis Project(Final Exam)34%_____ (Final % x 25 points in blank) = ______
[Research Paper-24 pts. / Presentation - 10 pts.]

Final Grade Points (100 total points) =______
(sum all the total points on the right)


Note from the Instructor:
I excitedly engage in this task. I value the opportunity to work with each of you and I equally appreciate your trust in my desire and attempt to make this a valuable course. I recognize the investment that we both make towards these ends and ask that we both humbly seek out God's leading for the best that we can do to make this a great semester. Each of you make-up a unique part of this community and you have continued to impress me with your commitment to your faith and the living out of this among each other. I do look forward to getting to know each of you better this semester. Again thanks for this opportunity and I look forward to a great semester.

• May you know the genuine, reassuring touch of our Savior and be aware of the gentle encouragement to continue our growth and service in our Lord.-Mark

Organic Chemistry, Spring 2006 - Lassiter Course Syllabus