CHEM 1011

Concepts in Chemistry I

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

The electronic structures of atoms and molecules are used to explain the reactivity and properties of chemicals. Topics include atomic structure, bonding models, structure and shape of molecules and ions, and an introduction to reactivity and equilibrium. It is strongly recommended that students have Nova Scotia grade 12 chemistry or equivalent before taking this course. COORDINATOR: A. Crane

Sections

Lecture, pick one
Lab, pick one

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2026 syllabus by Jennifer MacDonald, Angela Crane-Garnier, Tyler Ziehl, Sam Knight, Marc Whalen, Michael Freund, Mark Stradiotto, Laura Turculet, Clarke Brown, Peter Fox, and Ryan Snitynsky. Open the PDF

Grading

4%Homework questions
4%In-class quizzes (8)Highest quiz of each exam unit counts
2%Reflective assignments (3)Complete at least 2; all 3 earns 0.5 bonus
60%Mastery exams (4)15% each; optional Mulligan retake
1%Lab map and safety modulePerfect completion required
2.5%WHMIS course moduleDalhousie WHMIS course
0.5%Purpose, conclusion, observations module
1%Lab station clean-upAssessed at 3-hour lab sessions
5%Pre-lab assignments (7)Equal weight
15%Post-lab reports (7)
3%Data collection and raw data submission (7)Equal weight
1%Preparedness (7)No credit if unprepared 3 or more times
1%Time managementOne late report allowed

Textbooks

  • Concepts in Chemistry: Structure and Reactivity (2026–27 Ed.) (optional)
  • Laboratory Manual

Course rules

Passing requirements
Earn at least 30/60 in Mastery Points, 15/30 in the lab component including 12.5/25 in Lab Work, and 50/100 overall.
Late work
Late post-lab reports are accepted only before the experiment-specific late-work deadline.
Missed lab
Email the lab instructor within 24 hours to arrange a make-up; availability is not guaranteed.
Attendance
Attendance is mandatory, and experiments must be completed during the scheduled lab time.
Safety requirements
Students must complete the Safety Module, Lab Map, and Dalhousie WHMIS course before performing lab experiments.
Calculators
Only approved non-programmable scientific calculator models are permitted during exams.
Missed mastery exam
There are no make-up exams; students may replace a missed or lower exam grade through the optional Mulligan exam.
Extensions
No extensions or exemptions are given for Experience Point assessments or assessments worth less than 4%.

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