Collegedale Academy
Course Outline
COURSE TITLE: Chemistry
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to some of the principles and nomenclature, regarding the structure and properties of matter and its conversion from one form to another.
SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE SCIENCE STANDARDS
CHM.1
a) CHM.1.1 Recognize God's power as designer, creator, sustainer, and redeemer in the universe.
b) CHM.1.2 Acknowledge God as the author of all scientific principles and laws regardless of man's interpretation.
c) CHM.1.3 Develop stewardship and service attitudes toward health, life, and earth's environment.
d) CHM1.5 Equip students with Christian perspectives on scientific issues.
CHM.2
a) CHM.2.1 Critical and creative think skills (analysis, evaluation, divergent reasoning, modeling).
b) CHM.2.2 Problem solving (scientific method)
c) CHM.2.3 Cooperative learning
CHM.3
a) CHM.3.1 Recognize scientific principles and laws as tools to solve problems in everyday life.
b) CHM.3.3 Read, write, and interpret scientific documents
CHM.4
a) CHM.4.1 Recognize God as the designer and creator of matter with inherent properties and laws.
b) CHM.4.2 Demonstrate understanding of structure and properties of matter.
c) CHM.4.3 Describe the interactions of matter and energy (bonding, chemical reactions, conservation).
d) CHM.4.4 Integrate balanced equations, conversion factors, ratio and proportion, and dimensional analysis.
e) CHM.4.5 Identify the types and properties of solutions.
CHM.5
a) CHM.5.1 Explore the design of the periodic table and structure of molecules.
b) CHM.5.2 Examine the relationship between energy and chemical reactions (bond, activation, thermal).
c) CHM.5.3 Solve stoichiometric problems with appropriate chemical and mathematical skills.
d) CHM.5.4 Investigate factors that define and affect solutions (pH, concentration, temperature, pressure).
CHM.6
a) CHM.6.1 Correlate the relationship between periodicity in the periodic table with molecular structure.
b) CHM.6.2 Interpret the relationship between energy and chemical reactions.
c) CHM.6.3 Evaluate conditions and factors that affect stoichiometric results.
d) CHM.6.4 Predict solution changes in boiling point, freezing point, vapor pressure and osmotic pressure as factors are manipulated.
CHM.7
a) CHM.7.1 Develop an increased respect for the designer of all matter in the universe.
b) CHM.7.2 Utilize various chemical resources to influence lifestyle choices (warning labels, MSDS, nutritional labels, internet resources).
c) CHM.7.3 Implement chemical principles to chemistry-related issues in society.
JOURNEY TO EXCEDLLENCE GOALS AND ESSINTIAL CORE ELEMENTS FOR CHEMISTRY
1.A,B,E,F;2.F;4.B,C,E;5.A,C;6.B,C,D,E,F;7.A,D;8.A,C,D,E,F,G;9.A;10.A,C,D,E,F
SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY/OBJECTIVES SUPPORT:
1. To become balanced individuals through the harmonious development of the spiritual, mental, physical, and social faculties.
2. Cultivate the social graces exhibited by Christian ladies and gentlemen.
3. Appreciate the principle of work well done in exchange for wages.
4. Choose occupations that will make them effective citizens.
5. Develop skills in working well with other people.
6. Accept the responsibilities of good citizenship, exercising self-government, respect for law and order, the intelligent use of the democratic process.
7. Develop an understanding and appreciation of the arts and sciences.
8. Acquire an appreciation for God’s handiwork.
INSTRUCTOR: Randy R. Heilman
YEAR: 2008-2009
CREDIT OFFERED: 10 semester period credits
LENGTH OF COURSE: one school year
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
TEXTBOOK
TITLE: Modern Chemistry, copyright 2002
PUBLISHER: Holt, Rinehart and Winston
UNION TEXTBOOK LIST: yes
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The student taking this course should give evidence of development and/or growth in:
1. observational skills
2. manipulative skills required for use of laboratory equipment
3. analytical skills, ex. Recording and organizing data as an aid to its interpretation
4. appreciation of and skills in – neatness and accuracy in verbal and written communication
5. knowledge of physical principles as a preparation for further study
6. recognition of and appreciation for the discipline of chemistry as a part of the cultural heritage of mankind and a fundamental building block in the structure of modern society
7. appreciation for the unity of true science and a true quest for God
8. problem solving skills
9. ability to recognize and contribute to the accomplishment of the immediate objective of group discussion or problem solving
10. faithfully and punctually performing assigned tasks in a given time frame
11. cooperative learning
EVALUATION PROCEDURE:
Points earned for all homework, quizzes and tests are equal. Points are added and divided by the total possible.
SEMESTER GRADE:
Each nine weeks grade = 40%
Semester exam = 20%
GRADING SCALE:
A = 93-100%
B = 85-92
C = 75-84
D = 70-74
F = 0-69
PROVISION FOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS:
-Peer tutoring
-Optional experiments
-Presentation of demonstrations
-Giving oral reports on topics of personal interest that are related to chemistry
DESCRIBE YOUR USE OF THE SOUTHERN UNION CURRICULUM GUIDE IN PREPARATION OF THIS COURSE OUTLINE:
-Used as a guide to write this course outline.
COURSE CONTENT
TOPICS:
Unit 1 Introduction to Chemistry and Matter
1. Matter and Change
2. Measurements and Calculations
Unit 2 Organization of Matter
3. Atoms: The Building Blocks of Matter
4. Arrangement of Electrons in Atoms
5. The Periodic Law
6. Chemical Bonding
Unit 3 Language of Chemistry
7. Chemical Formulas and Chemical Compounds
8. Chemical Equations and Reactions
9. Stoichiometry
Unit 4 Phases of Matter
10. Physical Characteristics of Gases
11. Molecular Composition of Gases
12. Liquids and Solids
Unit 5 Solutions and Their Behavior
13. Solutions
14. Ions in Aqueous Solutions and Colligative Properties
15. Acids and Bases
16. Acid-Base Titration and pH
Unit 6 Chemical Reactions
17. Reaction Energy and Reaction Kinetics
18. Chemical Equilibrium
19. Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
Unit 7 Organic and Nuclear Chemistry
20. Carbon and Hydrocarbons
21. Other Organic Compounds
22. Nuclear Chemistry
SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS: Teacher’s resource book, overhead masters, test masters, supplementary activities and experiments, laboratory activities, laboratory chemicals and equipment.
RESOURCES: Library references, Chemmatters Magazine, supplementary texts, industrial and community service labs available for field trips.