Course title
Chemistry HonorsPre-requisite
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Course Description/Syllabus Intro (additional course description/syllabus information attached)
Students spend an average of 1 hour per week completing laboratory assignments.
List of physical laboratory experiments:
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†Unit 1 Lab: Density
Unit 2 Lab: Atomic Structure (Principles): Atoms and Isotopes
Unit 3 Lab: Atomic Orbital Models
Unit 4 Lab: Periodic Table (Principles)
Unit 5 Lab: Polarity and Intermolecular Forces
Unit 6 Lab: Build a Molecule
Unit 7 Lab: Electrons and Chemical Reactions STEM Case
Unit 8 Lab: Stoichiometric Calculations: Identify an unknown compound using gravimetric analysis
Unit 9 Lab: Gases
Unit 10 Lab: Concentration Solutions
Unit 11 Lab: Calorimetry
Unit 12 Lab: Reactions & Rates
Unit 13 Lab: Titration
Unit 14 Lab: Organic Chemistry Models
Unit 15 Lab: Nuclear Decay Simulation
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Chemistry Honors Syllabus
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Course Introduction
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The study of Chemistry is an important component of a Science education. Chemistry is part of our everyday lives from washing our hair and clothes to choosing how to cook our food.† When we learn about chemical reactions; we can become more informed consumers and more informed stewards of this earth that God has entrusted to us.
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Course Description
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This honors chemistry course is written as an introduction to Chemistry.† This course includes quantitative analysis and an evaluation of our roles within the chemical world. Students will explore the discovery of elements and the components of atoms and molecules. The mathematics of Chemistry including significant figures; numbers of subatomic particles; specific heat capacity; reaction rates; and molar quantities.† Students will learn how to interpret and write chemical equations to represent and understand chemical reactions.† Nomenclature and stoichiometry will be important components of this introductory course. A brief introduction to organic and nuclear chemistries will also be included.
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This is a yearlong course consisting of 15 units.† Upon successful completion students will receive 1 credit towards high school graduation.
Pre-Requisite: Algebra 1; Biology
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Course Overview
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Semester 1
- Introduction to Chemistry
- The Atom
- The Bohr Model
- The Periodic Table
- Bonding
- Naming Compounds
- Chemical Reactions
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Semester 2
- Chemical Quantities and the Mole
- The Gases
- Solution Chemistry
- Thermodynamics
- Reaction Kinetics
- Acids and Bases
- Organic Chemistry
- Nuclear Chemistry
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Required Course Materials
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Please access the list of course materials from the OC Online book ordering system and order your materials as soon as possible.†Oftentimes; course materials are on back order and you may experience a delay in receiving them; causing students to fall behind in their online coursework. When ordering used or rented materials; be careful that online access codes are also current.
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Methods of Evaluation
Students will demonstrate mastery through the following formative and summative assessments:
- Assignments: 40% (discussions; written assignments; and lab reports)
- Quizzes: 10%
- Unit Tests: 15%
- Final Exam: 25%
- Participation: 10% (discussion posts; synchronous sessions)
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Additional Course Information
Detailed information regarding OC Online policies on proctored final exams; grading policy; late/missing assignment policy; weekly live sessions; course expectations; and additional school policies can be found on the website.
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School country
United StatesSchool state
CaliforniaSchool city
Westlake VillageHigh school
Oaks Christian High SchoolSchool / district Address
31749 La Tienda Rd, Westlake Village, CASchool zip code
91362Requested competency code
Lab ScienceDate submitted
Approved
YesApproved competency code
- LCHM
- Chemistry