Instructor: Mrs. Kathy Dutton
Instructor email: kathys.chemistry@gmail.com (for parent only; students are to use the class discussion or private messaging - both are in Moodle)
Course Description: We will be studying God's creation at the atomic level and discovering how marvelous it is. This is a rigorous, college-prep Chemistry course. Over both semesters, we will cover a wide range of topics, including Structure of Matter, States of Matter, Chemical Reactions, Stoichiometry, Equilibrium, and Thermochemistry. We will also consider how Chemistry is essential in our day-to-day life.
There will be three tracks through this class:
- Chemistry – This is the classic college preparatory Chemistry course that fits most students’ needs.
- Honors Chemistry – Students may earn extra credit by completing challenging assignments and earn the distinction of Honors Chemistry. This is designed for academically gifted students and for those who have a desire to complete more rigorous work. The extra credit is available to all students even if they are not attempting Honors Chemistry.
- General Chemistry – This option is a less-intense track; the math is a bit easier, a few topics are skipped, and the required assignments are easier. This is designed for students who struggle or those with limited time or desire. This option is only available by parent request. Requests must be made before the start of Chapter 4.
Course Outline:
- Topic 1: Matter and Change (Element and Compounds, Mixtures, Chemical Reactions)
- Topic 2: Scientific Measurement (Accuracy and Precision, Metric System, Density)
- Topic 3: Atomic Structure (History of Atomic Thought, Models of the Atom, Electrons in the Atom)
- Topic 4: Periodic Table (Organization, Classification of Elements, Periodic Trends)
- Topic 5: Forming Compounds: Bonding (Ionic Bonding, Metallic Bonding, Covalent Bonding, Intermolecular Forces)
- Topic 6: Chemical Names and Formulas (Ions and Ionic Compounds, Molecular Compounds, Acids and Bases, The Laws Governing Formulas and Names)
Course Materials and Technology:
- Text: Chemistry, Wilbraham, Staley, Matta, Waterman (Prentice Hall, 2008) ISBN: 0-13-251210-6. (We recommend buying used. It can be purchased at http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0132512106/catholictreas-20.)
- Computer with a microphone. (This is an interactive class; microphones are mandatory.))
- Scientific Calculator (I demo on a TI-30x iis)
- Scanner or smartphone with Adobe Scan (or like) app that can scan multiple pages and save as a single PDF file.
Homework: Assignments include reading and a quiz with each chapter, unit tests, and a final exam. Most students will complete the weekly assignments in about 4 hours; some students need more time. Most assignments are completed online; some assignments will need to be hand-written, then scanned, and uploaded (as a PDF) for grading. Mrs. Dutton will be available to answer questions daily via the class discussion (forum). Mrs. Dutton will grade all
Course Materials and Technology (for LAB if you registered for this):
1. MicroChem – Homeschool Connection Custom Kit, Quality Science Labs, http://www.qualitysciencelabs.com/homeschool-connections/
NOTE: This kit is mandatory.
2. Scientific Calculator (I demo on a TI-30x iis)
3. Scanner or smartphone with Adobe Scan (or like) app that can scan multiple pages and save as a single PDF file.
Homework: There will be about five labs spread over the semester each lab (including the lab report) should take about 3 hours to complete some will take more and others will take less time. Mrs. Dutton will be available to answer questions daily via the class discussion (forum). Mrs. Dutton will grade all completed assignments and give an overall grade for the lab.
- Teacher: Kathy Dutton