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Chemistry 4471A – Course Outline

1. Course Information

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: Prof. Johanna Blacquiere (BLAA-key-air), she/her

3. Course Syllabus, Schedule, Delivery Mode

Course-Based Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of Chem 4471, students will be able to....

•Identify and explain different ligands and bonding types found in organometallic complexes that are relevant to catalysis.

Contingency plan for an in-person class pivoting to 100% online learning
In the event of a COVID-19 resurgence during the course that necessitates the course delivery moving away from face-to-face interaction, affected course content will be delivered entirely online in a synchronous mode (i.e., at the times indicated in the timetable). The grading scheme will not change. Any remaining assessments will also be conducted online as determined by the course instructor.

oInorganic Chemistry, 4th Ed. Housecroft and Sharpe oInorganic Chemistry Shriver and Atkins, Freeman.

•The notes will rely heavily on books specific to transition metals and catalysis, including oThe Organometallic Chemistry of the Transition Metals, Crabtree, Wiley.

Technical Requirements
In the event that this course must switch to remote delivery, the following technical requirements will be needed: a stable internet connection and a computer with working microphone and webcam.

5. Methods of Evaluation
Evaluation

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Course Conditions:
To be eligible to pass Chemistry 4471A it is necessary to:
•Obtain a passing grade on the combined marks from the term tests and final examination.

Options for mark redistribution:
a)Full weight of the missed test will be added to the final (therefore, 65% final exam) b)The weight of the missed test will be redistributed to the other test and the final, so that the weights are 30% completed test and 55% final exam.

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If you miss the Final Exam, please contact the Academic Counselling office of your Faculty of Registration as soon as you are able to do so. They will assess your eligibility to write the Special Examination (the name given by the University to a makeup Final Exam).

You may also be eligible to write the Special Exam if you are in a “Multiple Exam Situation” (e.g., more than 2 exams in 23-hour period, more than 3 exams in a 47-hour period).

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Accommodation Policies
Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Accessible Education, which provides recommendations for accommodation based on medical documentation or psychological and cognitive testing. The policy on Academic Accommodation for Students with Disabilities can be found at: https://www.uwo.ca/univsec/pdf/academic_policies/appeals/Academic Accommodation_disabilities.pdf.

the centrally administered e-mail account provided to students will be considered the individual’s official university e-mail address. It is the responsibility of the account holder to ensure that e-mail received from the University at their official university address is attended to in a timely manner.

Electronic Devices
As a courtesy to your fellow classmates, please switch mobile devices to silent mode before lectures/term tests/tutorials/exams begin. We will draw several diagrams and chemical structures so note taking on paper or tablet is recommended. But, if you use a laptop to take notes, please sit near the back of the classroom in order to minimize disruption to other students. The use of electronic devices (aside from a basic scientific calculator) is prohibited during quizzes, tests, and exams.

Students who are in emotional/mental distress should refer to Mental Health@Western (https://uwo.ca/health/) for a complete list of options about how to obtain help.

Western is committed to reducing incidents of gender-based and sexual violence and providing compassionate support to anyone who has gone through these traumatic events. If you have experienced sexual or gender-based violence (either recently or in the past), you will find information about support services for survivors, including emergency contacts at

if you have any questions regarding accommodations.

Learning-skills counsellors at the Student Development Centre (https://learning.uwo.ca) are ready to help you improve your learning skills. They offer presentations on strategies for improving time management, multiple-choice exam preparation/writing, textbook reading, and more. Individual support is offered throughout the Fall/Winter terms in the drop-in Learning Help Centre, and year-round through individual counselling.

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