Chemistry
Syllabus
“For by Him all things were
created: things in heaven and on earth,
visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all
things were created by Him and for Him.”
Colossians 1:15-16
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Chemistry! An education in Chemistry provides a
study that systematically reveals the structure and behavior of atoms; the
composition and properties of compounds; the reactions between substances with
their accompanying energy exchange as well as the laws that unite these three
phenomena into a well-defined science.
The student becomes familiar with not only the physical characteristics
involved with the different concepts, but also the mathematical relationships
governing the relationships that exist between all matter in any form.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Atomic & Molecular Structure
2. Chemical Bonds
3. Conservation of Matter and Stoichiometry
4. Gases & Their Properties
5. Acids & Bases
6.
Solutions
7. Chemical Thermodynamics, Reactions & Equilibrium
8. Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry
9. Nuclear Processes
10. Qualitative
and Quantitative Analysis
SKILLS:
1. Expand critical thinking skills
2. Analyze structure and function through
laboratory and field experiences
3. Apply problem-solving skills
4. Improve study skills including: note taking,
research reading, oral presentation, and test preparation
TEXT:
Chemistry Text by Addison and Wesley
MATERIALS:
1. Three-ring notebook to include tabs for the
following: syllabus, class notes, class handouts, labs, current events,
homework, tests/quizzes
2. Loose-leaf paper, college ruled, Quarter inch
graphing paper
3. Pencils, pens, colored pencils (12 or more),
scissors, ruler with cm and mm scale
4. Scientific Calculator (Graphing function not
required, must have calculator, may not use Palm Pilot)
5. 3x5 Card Catalog Box, I’ll provide the cards
6. Old
shirt for labs
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
1. Lecture to explain conceptual data
2. Class discussion to explore analysis of data
and problem solving
3. Laboratory and field experiences
4. Audiovisual presentations, outside reading, and
guest speakers
METHODS OF EVALUATION:
1. Tests = 50% Projects/Quiz = (Including Science Fair) 15% Lab/Other = 30% Homework = 5%
2. If you are absent the day a test or an assignment is due, that work must be made up within two days of your return to school, this includes labs. Extended absences will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
3. Students must bring all required
materials to class and will not be permitted to return to their lockers
once the bell rings. Failure to have materials in class will result in a zero
if a random check is made.
4. Late work receives half credit if turned in the
class period after it was due and no credit beyond that point.
How to Succeed in Chemistry
1. Athletic and extracurricular activities are
planned and organized well in advance -- organize your time
accordingly! If other school activities require your
absence from class, your work is still due on the assigned date and must be turned
in before you leave. If the assigned work or test is not completed before
your departure, it will be considered late.
2. Come to class ready to work, this will be an
active study requiring your participation
3. Come to class prepared and meet assigned
deadlines
4. Materials for labs present at each class as
detailed in course outline for each quarter
5. Adherence to attendance and dress code policies
as outlined in student handbook
6. Due to the fast pace of this course, absences will be detrimental to student progress. Please minimize student absence