Course title

SCI002

Pre-requisite

Concurrent enrollment in Intermediate Algebra or higher; successful completion of two semesters of Physics or Physics Essentials; and current science teacher approval

Course description

This lab and project based course focuses on the concepts of chemistry with minimal emphasis on calculations. this course seeks to help students understand the macroscopic; as well as the molecular; nature of matter through the principles of structure and reactivity. The hands-on activities are designed to show how chemistry is a part of one's daily life.
Qualitative Chemistry
Course Outline

The topics presented in this course are the same as those in the Chemistry course; the concepts are taught from a qualitative; rather than a quantitative viewpoint; with an emphasis on how chemistry applies to the everyday world..

Semester 1:

Topics:

What is chemistry?
Observations and inferences
Matter and its properties
Elements
Compounds
Mixtures
States of matter
Phase diagrams
Chemical and Physical Properties and Changes
Physical properties
Chemical Properties
Chemical changes and reactions
Dalton’s Atomic Theory
Atomic theory and the Periodic Table
Historical development of atomic theory
Modern atomic theory (basic structure of atom)
Isotopes
Basic structure of the Periodic Table
Basic information found on Periodic Table
Formation of ions and ionic compounds

Labs and Activities:

Distinguishing between observations and inferences
Distinguishing between physical and chemical changes
Separating a mixture using paper chromatography
Separating a compound using electrolysis
Making Inferences from Indirect Observations

Projects:

Chemical Scavenger Hunt -- Search out assigned substances in local stores. Present the following information about each substance: Chemical Name; Common Name; Chemical Formula; Type of Substance (element; or compound); Found as Pure Substance or Mixture; Brand Name; Use (as stated on packaging); and Store Where Found.

Famous Chemist Project – Research a famous chemist and prepare a resume and letter of recommendation for the chemist to be included in a list of Top Ten Chemists of All Time
Required information includes name of chemist; biographical information; education; why this chemist is famous; awards/honors received; controversies around chemists’ work/life; descriptions of chemist’s experiment(s); other scientists whose work influenced this person; and other scientists who were influenced by the person’s work.

Element Project – Research an element and present basic information(name; symbol; atomic number; atomic mass; common valences; isotopes and abundances; origin and/or meaning of its name; date discovered; discoverer(s); physical properties – melting point; boiling point; color; shape; odor; state at room temperature; solubility in water; and density; some compounds it forms (if any) – give both chemical and common name of the compound if it has a common name; uses of the element and/or its compounds; dangers of the element and/or its compounds; and any other interesting information) about that element in a creative way.

Industrial Chemical Project -- Research a chemical that is used as a starting material for other chemicals/products to determine how that starting material affects you and society. This project involves a 6-8 minute presentation to the class; which includes at least one visual aid.

Semester 2:

Topics:

Chemical nomenclature
Classifying compounds by type
Writing names from formulas
Writing Formulas from names
Writing and balancing chemical equations
Classifying chemical reactions
Synthesis
Combustion
Decomposition
Single Replacement
Double Replacement – Precipitation
Double Replacement – Acid - Base
Stoichiometry
Molar Mass calculations
Basic Stoichiometry
Mass to mole and mole to mass calculations
Mole ratios
Mole to mole calculations
Mass to mass calculations

Labs and Activities:

Determining if chemical reactions or physical changes occurred during a series of reactions
Writing Names and Formulas for Ionic Compounds
Attempting to verify the Law of Conservation of Matter
Classifying chemical reactions from chemical equations
Introduction to stoichiometry by making S’mores

Projects:

OTC Medication Project -- Research a common Over-The-Counter medication and prepare a brochure that includes Generic name of compound; chemical name of compound; chemical formula of compound in standard form and structural form; physical properties of the compound; chemical equation for synthesis of compound; indications for the compound; positive effects; contraindications for the medication; how the compound works in the body to treat the illness/condition; side effects of medication; and severity of each; precautions in using medication; typical dosage; available forms the medication will be in; and possible interactions with other medications.

Periodic Table Project – Construct an original Periodic Table of some “everyday object/concept/idea”.

The Chemistry of ____________; and How it Affects My Life Project -- Research a real product or process that involves chemistry and determine how that product or process and the chemistry of that product or process affects your life.

You Are the Teacher Project --Research a topic involving chemistry and prepare and teach a 10 - 12 minute lesson on that topic. Presentation must include either a demonstration or models.

School Country

United States

School state

Arizona

School city

Tucson

High school

Ironwood Ridge High School

School Address

2475 W Naranja

School zip code

85739

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

11/20/2017

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

• LCHM
• Chemistry

Approved date

12/6/2017

Online / Virtual

No