CHEM 2101

Introductory Inorganic Chem

Lec 01 and Lab B01 selected

The fundamentals of inorganic chemistry are covered. Specific topics include ionic bonding and the nature of solids, the structure of atoms and simple bonding theory, coordination chemistry of the transition metals, and selected topics in main group chemistry. The preparation, analysis and observation of inorganic compounds are the laboratory assignments.

Sections

Lecture
Lab, pick one

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2024 syllabus by Saurabh S. Chitnis and Marc Whalen. Open the PDF

Grading

20%Test 1Feb 5, in class
20%Test 2Mar 8, in class
35%Final examinationScheduled during exam period
25%LabsScheduled by lab instructor

Textbooks

  • Inorganic Chemistry, 5th Edition, Catherine Housecroft and Alan G. Sharpe
  • CHEM 2101 Lab Manual Winter 2024

Course rules

Missed tests
No make-up test is offered; with an SDA submitted within 24 hours, the missed test's points transfer to the final exam.
Missed final
Contact the instructor by email to arrange an alternate exam after the Registrar's exam period; no SDA is required.
Missed lab
Attend your assigned lab section; make-ups require prior arrangements and are at the instructor's discretion.
Late work
Graded assignments and lab reports lose 10% per weekday late, up to 50%; an SDA excuses one weekday.
Absences
Submit an SDA within 24 hours; students may use the form twice across lecture and lab requirements.
Lab safety
Approved safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, and a properly fitting cotton lab coat are required.
Lab preparation
Students take a quiz at the start of each lab and may be asked to leave if unprepared to work safely.
Lab training
Complete required WHMIS 2015 and Safety Module training before lab work.

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