Syllabus 2017-2018
Nova High School
Chemistry Pre-APCourse #: 20033500
Required Text: Modern Chemistry, Holt, Rinehart, Winston. 2006 (optional)
Instructor: Basma AndrePlanning Period:Period 7 (1:15 pm – 2:45 pm, every GOLD day)
Email:Course Website:
Phone: 754-323-1650Remind Code: Text @bandrechem to 81010
Course Description:
Chemistry I Pre AP will provide students with an opportunity to study the composition, properties and changes associated with matter. Topics will include but not be limited to; heat, changes of matter, atomic structure, bonding, the periodic tables, formulas, equations, mole concept, gas laws, reactions, solutions, equilibrium systems, and oxidation reduction reactions. Laboratory activities that include the use of the scientific method, measurement, laboratory apparatus, and safety are and integral part of this course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I and School Guidelines. Special Note: SUS/BF, NCAA.
Content Overview:
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1st Semester**
Measurement and Calculations
Matter and Change
Atoms: The Building Blocks of Matter
Nuclear Chemistry
Arrangement of Electrons in Atoms
The Periodic Law
Chemical Bonding
Chemical Formulas and Chemical Compounds
2nd Semester**
Chemical Equations and Reactions
Stoichiometry
States of Matter
Acids and Bases
Acid-Base Titration and pH
Gases
Reaction Energy
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Evaluation:
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The student's scores will be averaged according to the approximate breakdown:
- Tests/Labs/Quizzes60%
Approximate Frequency Per Quarter:
2 tests, 5-6 quizzes
Homework/Classwork40%
Approximate Frequency Per Quarter:
15-20 HW/CW Assignments, 1-2 Labs
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Course Policies:
- All students will be expected to abide by BrowardCounty’s Student Code of Conduct at all times.
- Attendance referrals will be issued for a COMBO of 5 of the following: tardy to class & unexcused absence.
- If a student is absent they will have 2 school days to complete make-up work. A “Z” will be entered in Pinnacle (and will count as a zero) for these assignments until the work is made up. If work is not made up in the appropriate time frame the “Z” will remain.
Materials*:
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- Scientific Calculator
- 2-inch,3-ring Binder with Pockets
- Spiral/Composition Book: Lecture Notes
- Dividers (clearly labeled):
(a) Do Now/Skill Set (b) Video Log (c) Worksheets: HW & CW
- Dry Erase Marker
- Loose-leaf Paper
- Writing Implements
- Page Protectors (1-3)
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* If financial assistance is needed for the purchase of these items please contact the instructor privately.
** This syllabus is tentative and subject to change due to the instructor’s discretion.
***Please sign the Receipt Verification Report to verify that you have received, read, and understand all components of the Chemistry I Honors Syllabus. Only the Receipt Verification Report needs to be returned to the teacher, the syllabus may be kept for your personal record.
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