CHEM 1515 - General Chemistry 1
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 03, CRN 40703,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Susan Citrak
Email: scitrak@ysu.edu
Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Chemistry, a Molecular Approach, 6th Edition |
via the inclusive access e-book and Mastering by Pearson through Blackboard.
This book was carefully selected due to how well it is written and for how many excellent on-line resources it has, including videos by the Author. Admittedly it takes way too many 'clicks' to get to the book, but it is worth it. I highly recommend using this excellent resource, as it will help with your journey through first semester chemistry.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Day | Date | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8/24 | Chapter 1: Matter, Measurement and Problem Solving | |
| Wed | 8/26 | Chapter 1: Matter, Measurement and Problem Solving | |
| Mon | 8/31 | Chapter 1: Matter, Measurement and Problem Solving | HW 1 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 9/2 | Chapter 2: Atoms and Elements | |
| Mon | 9/7 | Chapter 2: Atoms and Elements | |
| Wed | 9/9 | Chapter 3: Molecules and Compounds | HW 2 (Suggested) |
| Mon | 9/14 | Chapter 3: Molecules and Compounds | |
| Wed | 9/16 | Chapter 3: Molecules and Compounds | |
| Mon | 9/21 | Exam 1: Chapters 1-3 | HW 3 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 9/23 | Chapter 4: Chemical Reactions and Chemical Quantities | |
| Mon | 9/28 | Chapter 4: Chemical Reactions and Chemical Quantities | HW 4 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 9/30 | Chapter 5: Introduction to Solutions and Aqueous Reactions | |
| Mon | 10/5 | Chapter 5: Introduction to Solutions and Aqueous Reactions | HW 5 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 10/7 | Chapter 6: Gases | HW 5 (Suggested) |
| Mon | 10/12 | Chapter 6: Gases | |
| Wed | 10/14 | Chapter 6: Gases | |
| Mon | 10/19 | Exam 2: Chapters 4-6 | HW 6 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 10/21 | Chapter 7: Thermochemistry | |
| Mon | 10/26 | Chapter 7: Thermochemistry | |
| Wed | 10/28 | Chapter 8: Quantum Mechanical Model of the Atom | HW 7 (Suggested) |
| Mon | 11/2 | Chapter 8: Quantum Mechanical Model of the Atom | |
| Wed | 11/4 | Chapter 8: Quantum Mechanical Model of the Atom | |
| Mon | 11/9 | Chapter 9: Periodic Properties of the Elements | |
| Wed | 11/11 | Exam 3: Chapters 7-9 | Chapter 8 (Suggested) |
| Mon | 11/16 | Chapter 10: Chemical Bonding I - Lewis Model | |
| Wed | 11/18 | Chapter 10: Chemical Bonding I - Lewis Model | |
| Mon | 11/23 | Chapter 11: Chemical Bonding II - Molecular Shapes, VSEPR, MO Theories | HW 9 (Suggested) |
| Wed | 11/25 | THANKSGIVING BREAK - No Classes | |
| Mon | 11/30 | Chapter 11: Chemical Bonding II - Molecular Shapes, VSEPR, MO Theories | |
| Wed | 12/2 | Chapter 11: Chemical Bonding II - Molecular Shapes, VSEPR, MO Theories | HW 10 (Suggested) ALL HW DUE BY THIS FRIDAY!! (Dec 4) |
| Mon | 12/7 | FINAL EXAM: 5:30-7:30pm in same lecture room | |
| Wed | 12/9 | Finals Week |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.