What This Document Is
This is the syllabus for Chemistry 106, a course offered at Hunter College CUNY in Fall 2020. It outlines the expectations, policies, and grading components for the course. It serves as a contract between the instructor and students, detailing the course structure and requirements.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for all students enrolled in Chemistry 106. It’s used at the beginning of the semester to understand course logistics, grading criteria, and important dates. Students should refer to it throughout the semester to stay informed about policies regarding attendance, lab work, and assignments.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides an overview of the course but does not contain the actual course content or detailed explanations of chemical concepts. It doesn’t substitute for attending lectures, completing assignments, or engaging with the course materials.
What This Document Provides
The syllabus includes information on: the instructor and TA contact details, lab coordinator information, a brief course description, learning objectives, the grading breakdown (including points for labs, presentations, an Excel exercise, a safety certificate, and attendance), and the laboratory policy (including attendance requirements and rules for online labs). It also details communication expectations regarding Blackboard and Hunter College email. This preview does *not* include the full course schedule, specific lab experiment details, or the content of the scientific presentations.