Chemistry
[1]
Prerequisite: Algebra I Required and completion of IPC (Integrated Physics
and Chemistry) or Biology
Only those ninth grade students who are on level and have strong math
and reading skills should enter biology in 9th grade and chemistry in
10th grade. Chemistry is the study of the structure, composition, and
behavior of matter. The course of study emphasizes the investigation of
matter, its interactions, and the factors affecting the interactions.
Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course that stresses the observation
of matter and its behavior, classification of matter, communication of
data, measurement of chemical quantities, prediction of chemical phenomena,
and manipulation of chemical investigations. Students acquire data by
using their senses and instrumentation. Student investigations emphasize
accurate observations, collection of data, data analysis and the safe
manipulation of laboratory apparatus and materials in the laboratory and
field.
Chemistry H [1]
Prerequisite: Teacher approval and appropriate test scores - Algebra I,
Biology, and Geometry are required.
The Chemistry-H/PreAP/PreIB course is designed to introduce the student
to the qualitative and quantitative aspects of a first year chemistry
program. An in-depth study of the mathematical applications will be stressed.
The course will emphasize the theoretical concepts of molecular bonding,
thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium. The descriptive aspects of
the periodic table will be dealt with throughout the course. Students
will complete an independent research project. |
