CHEMISTRY SYLLABUS
The primary objective of this Chemistry course will be to give a student a working knowledge of chemistry and recognize the crucial role it plays in everyday life. The main goals are to make science understandable through careful concept development, laboratory experiments, hands-on demonstrations, and problem solving strategies. The students will be encouraged to think critically, make observations, analyze information, and develop creativity. Chemistry is a challenging course designed for the student who has successfully mastered the mathematical concepts required for this course.
Textbook – Modern Chemistry
Course Materials Covered
First Nine Weeks
Problem Solving
Scientific Measurement
Periodic Table
Matter and Change
States of Matter
Second Nine Weeks
Atomic Structure
Electrons in Atoms
Ionic and Covalent Bonding
Chemical Names and Formulas
Third Nine Weeks
Molar Relationships
Chemical Reactions and Equations
Stoichiometry
Behavior of Gases
Properties of Solutions
Fourth Nine Weeks
Reaction Rates and Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
Thermochemistry
Hydrocarbon Compounds
Materials Needed
Grading Scale
Tests-35%
Projects-10%
Labs-20%
Classwork/Bellwork/Homework-10%
Quizzes-25%
Coach Nelson’s email address: [email protected]
The primary objective of this Chemistry course will be to give a student a working knowledge of chemistry and recognize the crucial role it plays in everyday life. The main goals are to make science understandable through careful concept development, laboratory experiments, hands-on demonstrations, and problem solving strategies. The students will be encouraged to think critically, make observations, analyze information, and develop creativity. Chemistry is a challenging course designed for the student who has successfully mastered the mathematical concepts required for this course.
Textbook – Modern Chemistry
Course Materials Covered
First Nine Weeks
Problem Solving
Scientific Measurement
Periodic Table
Matter and Change
States of Matter
Second Nine Weeks
Atomic Structure
Electrons in Atoms
Ionic and Covalent Bonding
Chemical Names and Formulas
Third Nine Weeks
Molar Relationships
Chemical Reactions and Equations
Stoichiometry
Behavior of Gases
Properties of Solutions
Fourth Nine Weeks
Reaction Rates and Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
Thermochemistry
Hydrocarbon Compounds
Materials Needed
- 3-ring binder (1 inch) with loose-leaf notebook paper
- Composition Notebook
- Scientific calculator
- Blue or black (ONLY!) ink pens or pencils
Grading Scale
Tests-35%
Projects-10%
Labs-20%
Classwork/Bellwork/Homework-10%
Quizzes-25%
Coach Nelson’s email address: [email protected]