ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
CHEMISTRY I
COURSE SYLLABUS
This is a college preparatory
course in which the student receives an introduction to fundamental chemical
theory as a foundation for the study of the more important elements and their
compounds. An emphasis on modern chemical theory and its practical application
demand a closely correlated laboratory program. The specific objectives of this
course are to:
• Give
the student a general knowledge of the fundamentals of chemistry in preparation
for college chemistry. This is to
include the following:
1. An understanding of
theories and technical terminology.
2. A development of
laboratory techniques.
3. A development of skills
in:
a. Chemical bonding
b. Ionization
c. Atomic structure
and configuration
d. Principles of chemical
reactions
e. Periodic table and properties
of elements
f. Solutions and their
concentrations
g. Elementary organic chemistry
h. Basic qualitative analysis
• Help
the student understand relationships between theory and practice.
• Help
the student develop a logical reasoning process by which problems can be
solved.
Chemistry is the study of the
composition and behavior of matter. This study involves laboratory
investigations of the changes that take place in matter and the causes of these
changes. It is the function of chemistry to organize the observations of both
common and planned experiences into useable sets of theories. Chemistry is a
laboratory-oriented course that includes observation of natural phenomena,
terms, basic concepts, models and theories. This course should develop the
student's understanding of: (a) the methods and techniques used by chemists in
their work, (b) the relationship of molecular structure of a substance to the
chemical behavior of that substance, (c) the application of chemical principles
and concepts that are relevant to both familiar situations, and (d) the
magnitude and effect of errors in laboratory measurements.
The laboratory program is used
as a method of inquiry into the topics discussed and not merely as a
confirmatory exercise. The students should do individual work in performing
chemical tests, manipulating laboratory apparatus, making observations of
chemical change, and reporting experimental results. Laboratory experiences are
the heart of chemistry, but they should be strongly supported by the
quantitative problem work. The majority of these problems should be of the type
which require reasoning from a chemical concept rather than numerical
substitution into an algebraic equation.
COURSE OUTLINE
THEME: The properties
of matter are a consequence of its structure.
1. Science
of Chemistry 5.
Solutions
Each
student will abide by those rules and regulations found in the St. Joseph High
School Student Handbook, including the grading policy and late/make-up rules.
In addition to the handbook rules and regulations, the following additional
rules and regulations apply to this class:
Classroom
Rules:
1. Be in
class on time. Once you arrive, be
seated in your assigned location and remain there. If you are not in your
seat when the bell rings, you will be considered tardy. No loitering is permitted in the room or the
hallway. You must make your drink and
restroom stops during the between class breaks. Upon being seated, prepare to take part in the assignments for
the day.
2. You
must arrive for class prepared with all of the necessary daily supplies to
carry on class work. Your required
daily supplies include: your covered textbook, a pen, a pencil, clean
loose-leaf notebook paper, and any other supplies the teacher has indicated are
necessary for that day's class work.
3. Always
display proper and courteous conduct at all times, and give due respect to
each of your classmates. Cooperation is
a must!
4. Papers
you submit for class must be properly prepared to receive credit. Assignments may be typed if you like. Handwritten papers must be neat and in ink,
unless specified otherwise. The ink
color should be black or blue. For
assignments use only clean, loose-leaf notebook paper. Grammar and penmanship are necessary in this
class.
5. Food
and drinks are NOT permitted in this class.
Use your
talents in this course in such a manner that it truly reflects your
capabilities and honesty. In addition
to the rules and regulations listed on this page, you will be given a
supplemental set of laboratory safety rules and regulations that will be in
effect, along with these, during laboratory time.
Consequences:
1st
Offense – Warning
2nd
Offense – Warning, parents contacted
3rd
Offense – go to the Dean of Students
GRADING PROCEDURE
Course Grades:
The assessment of a student’s
learning during the classroom portion of this course may consist of formal
tests, lab reports, problems, study questions, vocabulary, and pop quizzes. For
each grading period, all grades will be of equal value and the student’s
average will be derived by adding together all grades and dividing by the total
number of grades.
Laboratory Grades:
The laboratory
portion of this course constitutes a major part of the study program. Consequently, laboratory grades will be
derived in a manner that reflects actual laboratory activities. Lab reports will be prepared for each
assignment so that the student understands the principles and his/her progress
may be checked regularly. In addition
to the lab report, there will be an assessment of laboratory techniques and
knowledge gained by the student. The
lab reports will be prepared in the manner required by the instructor. The
assessment of techniques will be teacher observations during the laboratory
time as to whether the student worked/did not work, or demonstrated knowledge
of the procedure provided by the instructor.
The assessment of knowledge may include any of the following: (1) a test
before or at the beginning of the lab, (2) a verbal quiz by the teacher of each
student during the lab work time, (3) a test or lab practical the day the lab
report is turned in.
GENERAL RULES FOR ASSIGNMENTS
Study Questions/Problems Assignments:
Makeup/Late Work:
The
makeup policy is that the student will have one day for each day absent to make
up missed assignments. It is the
responsibility of the student to get a list of any work missed while absent
immediately upon their return. Failure to make up missed work will result
in a zero being recorded for that assignment. Clearly mark any make up work
“Makeup” before turning it into the teacher. Late work will be accepted up to
one week (5 school days) after the assignment is due, if there is time in the
semester. There will be a ten (10) point penalty per day for late work.
Homework
and other class related information will be posted at https://stjscience.tripod.com/ throughout
the school year.
If you have
any problems with the work given in this class, please feel free at any time to
ask me for help. I will be available daily before school for additional
tutoring. Tutorials after school will be arranged by appointment.
INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Jim Moore
ROOM: Welder Hall, Room 4