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Course Outlines

Fall 2021 - CHEM 236W LA02

Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (3)

Class Number: 2481

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 9, 2021
    Thu, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    CHEM 126 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 230.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to the synthetic and spectroscopic techniques used in the preparation and characterization of both main group and transition metal compounds. Students with credit for CHEM 236 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Quantitative.

COURSE DETAILS:

Please note, this course outline was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change.

Mode of Teaching
1 tutorial hour/week; 4 lab hours/week
Laboratory: In-Person, Burnaby Campus
Tutorial: In-Person, Burnaby Campus

Writing Intensive Course: An emphasis will be placed on writing in chemistry with a focus on keeping a laboratory notebook and writing formal laboratory reports.

Topics

Main Group Chemistry
Introduction to Infrared Spectroscopy in Inorganic Chemistry
The Oxidation States of Tin: Preparation of Tin (IV) and Tin (II) Iodide
Inorganic Polymers

Transition Metal Chemistry
Reactions of Transition Metal Ions
Synthesis and Thermal Decomposition of [(C6H5)3P]2CuBH4
Werner Complexes: Preparation and Determination of Structural Formula
Synthesis and Isomerization of Nitro- and [Nitritopentamminecobalt(III)]chloride

Note: Other labs may be introduced.

Grading

  • Lab Results, Reports, & Technique 70%
  • Written Quizzes & Final Exam 30%

NOTES:

Attendance of In-Person Laboratory Sessions: It is mandatory for students to attend all in-person laboratory sessions. If you are unable to attend an in-person laboratory session due to illness, please contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss alternative arrangements.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Required Materials:

  • Lab coat and safety glasses/goggles
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and COVID-19 Precautions: Lab coats and safety glasses/goggles are mandatory in Chemistry for all in-person laboratory sessions. Additional PPE and precautionary measures may be required during in-person laboratory sessions based on the recommendations of the University and provincial health officials.

REQUIRED READING:

Lab manuals will be distributed during the first laboratory session.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

A grade of C- or better is required for all prerequisite courses.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2021

Teaching at SFU in fall 2021 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with approximately 70 to 80 per cent of classes in person/on campus, with safety plans in place.  Whether your course will be in-person or through remote methods will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the fall 2021 term.