CHEM 1516 02: General Chemistry 2

CHEM 1516 - General Chemistry 2

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 02, CRN 41091,

Credit hours: 3

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Instructor

Susan Citrak

Email: scitrak@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Asst. Professor of Chemistry
Instructor Professional Qualifications: Ph.D. Inorganic Materials Chemistry, University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor’s of Science, Chemistry Focus, Mills College, Oakland, CA
Instructor Office Location: Ward Beecher 5023
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-1997

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Course Description

1516. General Chemistry 2. A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry, including solution properties; acids and bases; chemical equilibrium; thermodynamics; reaction kinetics; and electrochemistry. Intended for majors in the natural sciences and engineering. Three hours lecture. Prereq.: "C" or better in CHEM 1515 and "C" or better in CHEM 1515L. Coreq.: CHEM 1516L; CHEM 1516R if major or repeating CHEM 1516. 3 s.h.

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 second 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.  

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Course Learning Outcomes/Objectives/Goals

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Attendance Expectations

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Additional Course Expectations

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Assignments/Assessments

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Grading and Grading Scale

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University Policies

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Day Date Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
Tue 8/25 Chapter 12: Intermolecular Forces
Thu 8/27 Chapter 12: Intermolecular Forces
Chapter 13: Solids
Tue 9/1 Chapter 14: Solutions HW 1 (Suggested)
Thu 9/3 Chapter 14: Solutions
Tue 9/8 Chapter 14: Solutions
Thu 9/10 Chapter 16: Chemical Equilibrium HW 2 (Suggested)
Tue 9/15 Chapter 16: Chemical Equilibrium
Thu 9/17 Chapter 16: Chemical Equilibrium
Tue 9/22 Exam 1: Chapters 12-14, 16 HW 3 (Suggested)
Thu 9/24 Chapter 17: Acids and Bases
Tue 9/29 Chapter 17: Acids and Bases HW 4 (Suggested)
Thu 10/1 Chapter 17: Acids and Bases
Tue 10/6 Chapter 18: Aqueous Ionic Equilibria HW 5 (Suggested)
Thu 10/8 Chapter 18: Aqueous Ionic Equilibria
Tue 10/13 Chapter 18: Aqueous Ionic Equilibria
Thu 10/15 Chapter 18: Aqueous Ionic Equilibria
Tue 10/20 Exam 2: Chapters 17-18 HW 6 (Suggested)
Thu 10/22 Chapter 15: Chemical Kinetics
Tue 10/27 Chapter 15: Chemical Kinetics
Thu 10/29 Chapter 15: Chemical Kinetics
Tue 11/3 Chapter 19: Free Energy and Thermodynamics HW 7 (Suggested)
Thu 11/5 Chapter 19: Free Energy and Thermodynamics
Tue 11/10 Chapter 19: Free Energy and Thermodynamics
Thu 11/12 Chapter 19: Free Energy and Thermodynamics
Tue 11/17 Exam 3: Chapters 15 and 19 HW 8 (Suggested)
Thu 11/19 Chapter 20: Electrochemistry
Tue 11/24 Chapter 20: Electrochemistry HW 9 (Suggested)
Thu 11/26 THANKSGIVING BREAK - No Classes
Tue 12/1 Chapter 21: Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry
Thu 12/3 Chapter 22: Organic Chemistry HW 10 (Suggested)
ALL HW DUE BY THIS FRIDAY!! (Dec 4)
Tue 12/8 Finals Week
Thu 12/10 FINAL EXAM: 8:00am in same lecture room

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. 

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