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Name- Period-COURSE SYLLABUSCOURSE: Honors ChemistryINSTRUCTOR: B. DavisSCHOOL YEAR: I. COURSE DESCRIPTION A. COURSE GOALS: 1. A twenty two unit laboratory science earning one science credit in which the subject matter of Chemistry is presented in a manner which will provide a foundation for further studies in science. A greater emphasis on concepts and problem solving strategies that promote high levels of success in extended studies in this area are a priority. B. WASHINGTON STATE ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC LEARNING REQUIREMENTS; EALR 1 (Systems): Students will learn to construct more sophisticated system models, including the concept of feedback. EALR 2 (Inquiry): Students will extend and refine their understanding of the nature of inquiry and their ability to formulate questions, propose hypotheses, and design, conduct, and report on investigations. EALR 3 (Application): Students will learn that science and technology are interdependent, that science and technology influence society, and that society influences science and technology. Students continue to increase their abilities to work with other students and to use mathematics and information technologies (when available) to solve problems. EALR 4 (Physical Science – Matter: Properties and Change): Students will learn about the fundamental properties of matter; including chemical reactions, starting with the structure of the atom. EALR 4 (Physical Science – Energy: Transfer, Transformation and Conservation) Students will learn fundamental concepts of energy, including the Law of Conservation of Energy—that the total amount of energy in a closed system is constant. C. COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1. The student will understand and use the scientific process. 2. The student will understand and relate differences between the nature of mixtures vs. compounds. 3. The student can correctly use nomenclature rules. 4. The student correctly demonstrates conservation laws in chemical processes. 5. The student will understand and use the Mole concept 6. The student will be able to perform a number of standard mathematical calculations involving chemical processes. 7. The student will be able to utilize existing gas laws to make valid behavior predictions. 8. The student understands the nature of atomic structure. 9. The student can identify nuclear reaction types and product results. 10. The student can use indirect evidence to justify atomic models. 11. The student can describe why there is periodicity in atomic nature. 12. The student uses the Kinetic Molecular Theory in describing material behavior. 13. The student relates the changes in nature a solution makes. 14. The student can describe how conditions change entropy and enthalpy in a system. 15. The student can relate reaction mechanisms and factors that may affect it. 16. The student can make valid predictions of change in Acid/Base systems. 17. The student understands the nature and controls of an electrochemical system. D. UNIT TOPICS: Chapter 1 – Matter and Change· 1.1 – Chemistry is a Physical Change· 1.2 – Matter and Its Properties· 1.3 – ElementsChapter 2 – Measurements and Calculations· 2.1 – Scientific Method· 2.2 – Units of Measurement· 2.3 – Using Scientific MeasurementsChapter 3 – Atoms: The Building Blocks of Matter· 3.1 – The Atom: From Philosophical idea to Scientific Theory· 3.2 – The Structure of the Atom· 3.3 – Counting AtomChapter 4 – Arrangement of Electrons in Atoms· 4.1 – The Development of the New Atomic Model· 4.2 – The Quantum Model of the Atom· 4.3 – Electron ConfigurationsChapter 5 – The Periodic Law· 5.1 – History of the Periodic Table· 5.2 – Electron Configuration and the Periodic Table· 5.3 – Electronic Configuration and Periodic PropertiesChapter 6 – Chemical Bonding· 6.1 – Introduction to Chemical Bonding· 6.2 – Covalent Bonding and Molecular Compounds· 6.3 – Ionic Bonding and Ionic Compounds· 6.4 – Metallic Bonding· 6.5 – Molecular GeometryChapter 7 – Chemical Formulas and Chemical Bonding· 7.1 – Chemical Names and Formulas· 7.2 – Oxidation Numbers· 7.3 – Using Chemical Formulas· 7.4 – Determining Chemical FormulasChapter 8 – Chemical Equations and Reactions· 8.1 – Describing Chemical Reactions· 8.2 – Types of Chemical Reactions· 8.3 – Activity Series of the ElementsChapter 9 – Stoichiometry· 9.1 – Introduction to Stoichiometry· 9.2 – Ideal Stoichiometric Calculations· 9.3 – Limiting Reagents and Percentage YieldChapter 10 – States of Matter· 10.1 – The Kinetic-Molecular Theory of Matter· 10.2 – Liquids· 10.3 – Solids· 10.4 – Changes of State· 10.5 – WaterChapter 11 – Gases· 11.1 – Gases and Pressure· 11.2 – The Gas Laws· 11.3 – Gas Volumes and the Ideal Gas Law· 11.4 – Diffusion and EffusionChapter 12 – Solutions· 12.1 – Types of Mixtures· 12.2 – The Solution Process· 12.3 – Concentration of SolutionsChapter 13 – Ions in Aqueous Solutions and Colligative Properties· 13.1 – Compounds in Aqueous Solutions· 13.2 – Colligative Properties of SolutionChapter 14 – Acids and Bases· 14.1 – Properties of Acids and Bases· 14.2 – Acid-Base Theories· 14.3 – Acid-Base ReactionsChapter 15 – Acid-Base Titration and pH· 15.1 – Aqueous Solutions and the Concept of pH· 15.2 – Determining pH and TitrationsChapter 16 – Reaction Energy· 16.1 – Thermochemistry· 16.2 – Driving Force of ReactionsChapter 17 – Reaction Kinetics· 17.1 – The Reaction Process· 17.2 – Reaction RateChapter 18 – Chemical Equilibrium· 18.1 – The Nature of Chemical Equilibrium· 18.2 – Shifting Equilibrium· 18.3 – Equilibria of Acids, Bases, and Salts· 18.4 – Solubility EquilibriumChapter 19 – Oxidation-Reduction Reactions· 19.1 – Oxidation and Reduction· 19.2 – Balancing Redox Equations· 19.3 – Oxidizing and Reducing AgentsChapter 20 – Electrochemistry· 20.1 – Introduction to Electrochemistry· 20.2 – Voltaic Cells· 20.3 – Electrolytic CellsChapter 21 – Nuclear Chemistry· 21.1 – The Nucleus· 21.2 – Radioactive Decay· 21.3 – Nuclear Radiation· 21.4 – Nuclear Fission and Nuclear FusionChapter 22 – Organic Chemistry· 22.1 – Organic Compounds· 22.2 – Hydrocarbons· 22.3 – Functional Groups· 22.4 – Organic Reactions II. MATERIALS USED Modern Chemistry: Sarquis, Sarquis – HOLT McDougal – 2012 edition VERNIER LOGGER PRO INTERFACE LABS AND SOFTWARE VIRTUAL CHEMISTRY (PRENTICE HALL) CHEM SKETCH (ACD LABS) MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE III. EQUIPMENT and MATERIALS SUPPLIED by Kamiak A. Text materials both hardbound and e-text format, lab equipment, and computer software will be made available for use. It would enhance student opportunities for exploration and learning if the software tools were also available in the home setting. IV. CLASS MANAGEMENT A. Scoring 1. This course is a 22-unit course. 2. Each unit grade will be from a percentage grade in the range of 0 to 100 and will be based on: a. For non college credit, class scores come from 70 points on unit test and quizzes and a notebook consisting of unit work, which will normally be worth 30 points b. For college credit , current grading standards are being reviewed and an addendum will be released later this month 3. Semester points over 100 will carry over to a final test at the end of the year (example 101% = 1% extra credit X 1000 pts per semester = 10 pts for final). 4. In addition to the unit test and work, students may contribute to their total score at test time by the following extra credit method. The extra credit method carries the worth of (5) points. a. Each unit carries participation/citizenship points. Unexcused absences, failure to complete work, test in a timely manner, disruptive class behavior, or other behaviors all place these points at risk. 5. A quarter grade will be the average of the unit percentage grades within that quarter. A semester grade is the average of all unit percentage grades and will be assigned on the following scale: Unit Points Grade Point Letter Grade94 and above 4.0 A93.9 - 90 3.7 A-89.9 - 87 3.3 B+86.9 - 84 3.0 B83.9 - 80 2.7 B-79.9 - 77 2.3 C+76.9 - 74 2.0 C73.9 - 70 1.7 C-69.9 - 64 1.3 D+63.9 - 60 1.0 D59.9 - 0 0.0 F B. Testing 1. Since a test's purpose is to measure an individual student's performance, no interaction between students will be permitted during a testing period. Students who are observed in any interaction before all tests in the class are completed and returned to the instructor will be given a zero on the test. 2. For college and non-college credit students, a final test will be given after the completion of all units. The Final will be 1 unit or about 5 % of the total grade. The test will be over the course objectives. Semester points over 100 apply to the final score. 3. A retest option will be available for those students scoring below a unit score of 70% on Honors Chemistry work. All retesting must be completed within 5 days of the unit exam. The maximum unit score utilizing the retest option will be 70%. If not all unit work is turned in, the maximum will be a 60%. C. Daily Work 1. Unit daily assignments will normally consist of a combination of daily activities, homework problems and laboratory reports of experimental work from the lab manual performed in groups of 2 or 3. More than 3 would necessitate a revision to 2 groups of 2 and will not be allowed. 2. The assignment(s) for each unit is indicated on that unit sheet and/or will be announced in class. Web information is available from the Kamiak / Bud Davis website. My web site (via KA web site) address should be book marked and is: 3. A separate Science notebook containing this work should be current at all times. 4. The assignments must be completed satisfactorily and prior to the unit exam. See guidelines for acceptable lab report, notebook structure and extra credit format. 5. After completing a unit work and unit grade sheet should be transferred to your regular notebook for reference use. Your unit grade sheet is your permanent record of achievement and should be kept in case of grading errors. 6. All student work will be deemed property of Mukilteo Schools once submitted for evaluation and may be used for educational purposes. D. Student Responsibilities 1. Unit test dates will be posted and/or announced approximately 1 week in advance. It is the student’s responsibility to plan for this. Be proactive in the use of the District provided homework website (which is from the KA site): 2. The only exceptions to announced deadlines are those arising from circumstances might not be reasonably foreseen (e.g. illness). In such cases the student will need to bring a note from parent or school to teacher and submit work or take test using the following guide.1 day absent - 1 day after return, 2 days absent - 2 days after return, 3 days absent - 3 days after return, etc. Unless otherwise arranged, this make up work must be completed within 2 weeks of the announced class deadline date or when the next unit test is scheduled. 3. Absences which should have been foreseen (e.g. doctor/dental apt, field trips, etc.) will require the student to take the test or submit work on or before the deadline date by the end of the school day unless prior arrangements are made. 4. Work not submitted due to unexcused absences will be given a zero. 5. Self imposed timelines will be honored and if not met will be deemed late. 6. Work not submitted on time or by the above stated timeline will not be accepted and given a zero grade. 7. As punctuality and attendance is important in life as it is in school, students take a greater role in tracking their own attendance in class. Failure of students to log in their attendance on a daily basis will result in administration intervention and suspension time. 8. Students will have the opportunity to utilize the Peer Tutor Program, Mukilteo Library Tutoring Program or meet with the instructor during agreed upon times to obtain additional assistance. Open work time after school on an individual is also available on an arrangement basis. Prep Period- V. ATTENDANCE POLICY A. Please refer to the school policy. B. Be aware of the 12 day absent per semester limit. If any of these days are unexcused, all appeals for credit will be denied. C. Use of hall pass is a privilege and is directly related to work ethic. An average letter grade less than a “C” is indication of a lack of work ethic. D. Release from class time for other than class work is permissible but needs apre-signed note from the destination supervisor. Attendance must be marked as absent-school related and is the responsibility of the student to clear this with the attendance office as school related. E. Only one student may be released at any given time via hall pass. F. Tardies are converted to 1/2 hr detentions in the ratio of 1 :1. A parent contact will be made. Tardies not redeemed within the unit will be converted to a (-1) score per each tardy and added to the unit total on the final grade. G. Absence detentions returned to the instructor will be converted to a score of (-5) and will be added to the unit total on the final grade H. Only 6 hall passes releases per student per quarter. Quarterly hall pass forms are the responsibility of the student to keep in their possession, no pass…no release. I. If for some reason a class cannot be completed, an incomplete may be assigned for a grade. Criteria for assigning an incomplete include documenting parental, teacher and administrative permission on forms specified by the district. Replacement of the incomplete will begin during the following year and semester the incomplete was assigned by reentry to the class. VI. PRIMARY INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS USED: A. Lecture, text readings, laboratory work, interactive discussions, demonstrations, on line audiovisual simulations, teacher developed written materials. B. Use of Class Time: During this course, there will be time allotted for a variety of activities, some more structured than others. These may include lectures and discussion, lab work, question and answer periods, review sessions, and work time with the opportunity to obtain teacher help. Students who do not use the time appropriately may place their daily work credit at risk. Students who are disruptive may be sent to time out or have other disciplinary action taken. A parent contact will be made. VII. SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS AND MATERIALS USED A. Library resources, audio/visual tapes and CD’s, current publications, Internet access. VIII. ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES USED A. One 500 word report in quarter 1, and a tie dye project in quarter 4. For Q1, a report on a topic mutually agreed upon ahead of time by the student and teacher may be done for up to 25 points to be applied to that quarters unit scores or carried to the end of the year. See guideline sheet. Work must be submitted by agreed times via the TURNITIN web process. B. Enrichment units/points may be earned upon completion of other additional work as agreed upon ahead of time by student and teacher. XI. OTHER A. Safety Code Safety: Students will be required to read, understand, and abide by a safety contract in lab. Students failing to practice safe laboratory procedures will not be allowed to work in the lab. B. Internet Use Students may have the privilege of Internet access use. Students failing to use Internet access in a proper manner will be denied access for the rest of the year. Acknowledgement of Course SyllabusVerification of Receipt and ReviewStudents will review the course syllabus in class with their teacher. At the end of that time, they will sign this page, which verifies their understanding of the course policy and procedures. Within 24 hours of receiving the course syllabus, the student and parent should review the policies together. Once the parent has read and reviewed the syllabus, their signature should go in the appropriate spot below. The student will then return this page to the teacher for their records, and the student will keep the course syllabus for their informational purposes for the year.Teacher Statement:I agree to adhere to the requirements as stated in the course syllabus. I pledge to treat all students fairly. I will be available to assist students with course work and assignments on a regular basis or by appointment. I will inform students and parents of the student’s progress in the course on a regular basis, as needed. I will meet with students and parents to discuss ways that we can all assist with improving student learning.Teacher name PRINT: Bud DavisTeacher name SIGN: Date:Student Statement:I have read all of the sections of the course syllabus. I understand that I will be held to the grade requirements and due date requirements that are stated in the course syllabus. I realize that working cooperatively with my teacher and fellow students and maintaining a high level or respect for myself and others that I will increase my chances to be successful in this course. I will seek teacher assistance when I need it and will schedule appointments to talk about my grade or work in this class when needed. Furthermore, I understand that my attendance in class is vital to my success.Student name PRINT: Student name SIGN: Date:Parent/Guardian Statement:I have read all of the sections of the course syllabus with my student. I understand that all requirements will he consistently maintained throughout the duration of the class. I will encourage my child to obtain help from the teacher when needed and I will encourage them to resolve conflicts or problems with the teacher. I also understand that I am welcome to contact the teacher to check in on the progress of my student.Parent/Guardian name PRINT:Parent/Guardian name SIGN: Date:Confirmation PagePrinted student name-period- ................
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