Course title
310046001
Chemistry

 HIROTA Yoshihisa

MASADOME Takashi

SUHARA Yoshitomo
Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)
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Purpose of class
To build foundational competence in chemistry by learning core concepts from atomic structure to the formation and behavior of molecules.
Course description
This course provides a systematic introduction to atoms and the molecular world that arises from them. Students will learn how to represent chemical changes using chemical formulas and balanced chemical equations, and how to perform quantitative calculations based on stoichiometric relationships. The course also introduces basic compounds and topics commonly required in biology, pharmacy, and medicine.
Goals and objectives
  1. Classify substances as elements or compounds, and further classify compounds as ionic compounds or molecular substances.
  2. Write chemical formulas and balanced chemical equations, and calculate quantitative relationships in chemical reactions.
  3. Explain how the chemical properties of atoms arise from electron configurations.
    Describe the relationship between chemical bonding and atomic/molecular orbitals.
  4. Explain intermolecular forces and their relationship to electronegativity, describe phase changes, and solve problems using the gas laws.
    Calculate solubility and concentration, and explain fundamental properties of solutions.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Midterm exam Final exam Small test Total.
1. 10% 10% 5% 25%
2. 10% 10% 5% 25%
3. 10% 10% 5% 25%
4. 10% 10% 5% 25%
Total. 40% 40% 20% -
Evaluation method and criteria
In-class quizzes: 20%
Midterm exam: 40%
Final exam: 40%
A total score of 60% or higher is required to pass. A score of 60% indicates that the student understands the textbook and handouts well enough to explain the content to others. Course handouts and quizzes are essential; students who can reliably answer them should be able to achieve approximately 70–80% on the exams.
Language
Japanese(English accepted)
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Fundamentals of Chemistry; Particles that Make Up Matter Prepare and review the textbook chapter 1 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
2. Electron Shells and Atomic Orbitals Prepare and review the textbook chapter 2 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
3. Amount of Substance (Mole Concept) and Chemical Equations Prepare and review the textbook chapter 3 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
4. Properties of Gases and Solutions Prepare and review the textbook chapter 4 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
5. Acids and Bases Prepare and review the textbook chapter 5 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
6. Redox Reactions Prepare and review the textbook chapter 6 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
7. Midterm Exam and Review Prepare and review the textbook chapter 1～6 and distribution print 300minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
8. Reaction Rates and Chemical Equilibrium Prepare and review the textbook chapter 4-1, 2 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
9. Neutralization Reactions and Salts Prepare and review the textbook chapter 4-3 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
10. Surfactants Prepare and review the textbook chapter 5and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
11. Pharmaceuticals and Agrochemicals Prepare and review the textbook chapter 5 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
12. Polymers Prepare and review the textbook chapter 6 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
13. Chemistry of Living Systems Prepare and review the textbook chapter 6 and distribution print 150minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
14. Final Exam and Review Prepare and review the textbook chapter 4～6 and distribution print 300minutes
Review of the small test 30minutes
Total. - - 2820minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Textbook: Specialty Basic Library Basic Science Chemistry 1 ”Constitution and Changes of Substances” Kimuhara Kimara et al. (Jikkyou Publication)
Reference book: Primary university text Iguchi Hideo Ikuo et al. (Jikkyou Publication)
Basic Chemistry Learned by Example Tadashi Sasamoto et al. (Morikita Publishing)
Prerequisites
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • During the lunch break on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and immediately after class.
  • When you visit, please contact (e-mail etc) in advance
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
  • Non-social and professional independence development course
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable Drawing on professional experience in clinical drug development, the instructor will teach fundamental chemical principles that underpin life sciences, along with practical examples of how chemistry is applied in real-world professional settings.
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
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