CM011 Course Orientation Notes

Introduction

• Welcome to CM011 orientation
• Overview of new modular system for school year 2020-2021

Modular System Overview

• Course divided into three modules:
  1. Module 1: The Nature of Chemistry, Stoichiometry, and Energy Changes
  2. Module 2: Nuclear Chemistry, Electrochemistry, and Polymers
  3. Module 3: Special Topics in Applied Chemistry
• Each module has its own assessment

Advantages of the Modular System

• Granular delivery of courses
• Assessments aligned with course outcomes
• Multiple opportunities to pass:
  • If you fail a module, only that module needs to be repeated
  • Reduces stress of failing the entire course

Failure Criteria

• A grade of 5 will be received under these circumstances:
  1. Failing all three modules
  2. 100% absence in any module
  3. Violating academic integrity policy (cheating)
• Passing at least one module ensures you do not fail the course

Grading System

• Module Grades:
  • Graded from 1.00 to 3.00 for a passing module
  • Failing grade results in "IP" (In Progress)
  • "IP" can be converted to 3 after passing the module
• Course Grade:
  • Average of three module grades
  • Converted to numerical grade between 1 and 3

Syllabus Overview

• Vision and mission of Mapua to be memorized
• Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):
  • Problem-solving in engineering
  • Safety, health, and environmental concerns
  • Professional success & lifelong learning
  • Professional behavior and improvement initiatives
• Student Outcomes:
  • ABET & PTC and CHED outcomes to be reviewed

Course Details

• Course Name: CM011 - Chemistry for Engineers
• Prerequisites: None; Corequisite: Chemistry Laboratory
• Credit Units: 3
• Course Description:
  • Covers core chemistry concepts relevant to engineering
  • Topics include: electrochemical energy, nuclear energy, chemical safety, etc.

Course Outcomes

• Apply knowledge of basic chemistry concepts
• Distinguish forms of energy and perform calculations
• Write half-cell reactions and describe polymers
• Present comprehensive reports on energy topics

Course Structure

• Term divided into three phases:
  • Module 1: 4 weeks (Introduction, Stoichiometry, Thermochemistry)
  • Module 2: 4 weeks (Nuclear Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Polymers)
  • Module 3: 3 weeks (Group presentations)
• Examinations:
  • Two attempts for each module exam

Textbooks and Resources

• Main Resources: Alex app, Connect by McGraw-Hill
• Additional textbooks listed in METIS

Course Evaluation

• Module 1: Exam (40%), Exercises/Homework (60%); Passing grade: 70%
• Module 2: Exam (40%), Exercises/Homework (60%)
• Module 3: Research paper (50%) and Video presentation (50%)

Grading Conversion

• Conversion table for module average to numerical grade outlined
• Module grade average determines course grade

Attendance and Academic Integrity Policies

• Attendance crucial; absence in a module leads to failure
• Strict academic integrity policy; cheating results in automatic failure

Consultation and Course Delivery

• Consultation Schedule: Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. via MS Teams
• Delivery Mode: Asynchronous; videos uploaded weekly

Conclusion

• Course materials available on Blackboard
• Questions can be addressed during consultation or via course messages

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