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Tellico Plains High School

Chemistry I Course Outline

2016-2017 School Year

Instructor: Mrs. Tonya M. Brown

Tellico Plains High School, Tellico Plains, Tennessee – 1996

Graduate of Tellico Plains High School – 1991

Bachelor of Science Degree, Tennessee Technological University – 1995

Masters of Arts Degree, Tennessee Technological University – 2001

Office: Room 10

Office Phone: 423-253-2530

Office Email: brownt@monroe.k12.tn.us

Text Alerts: Text @16chemblk to the number 81010

Office Website: , click on my link to go to my website

Office Hours: Thirty minutes before school begins and 3rd period.

Appointments can be made for other times.

Place: Room 10

Credit: 1 credit

***Chemistry I meets the requirement for one of the three science credits required for graduation from TPHS***

Text: World of Chemistry: Copyright 2007 by Houghton Mifflin Company

Purpose

The purpose of Chemistry at Tellico Plains High School is to introduce the student to the science of chemistry. Students will study the relationship between the structure and properties of matter. Chemistry also includes the investigation of measurements, atomic structure, formulas, and chemical reactions. Students will observe chemical changes through laboratory experiments and learn to record data in a formal report. Students will gain a better understanding of the composition of gases, liquids, solutions, and organic compounds.

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Method

This course will consist of 18 weeks in which the above-mentioned concepts will be presented in a variety of ways. During the course students will hear lectures, take notes, ask and answer questions, conduct laboratory experiments, work in groups, keep a folder of all laboratory reports and homework, and use technology. This class is on a block schedule. The pace of the class will be increased because of the amount of time allotted for the class. Please be sure to keep up with the assignments and class schedule. The class schedule will be posted on my website. If you are going to be out please be aware of what you will be missing and be ready for class when you return. Missing one day is equivalent to two days in a block class! Do not get behind in this class! This class is required for graduation and it is an EOC class. If you do not pass it, you will not graduate! Turn all work in on time and study!

Evaluation Procedure

Each student will be evaluated on the basis of performance in each of the following areas:

a) Announced pop quizzes = 25%

b) Homework Assignments and laboratory experiments = 25%

c) Tests = 50%

Chapters and Subjects to be covered:

Chapter 5: Measurements and Calculations

Chapter 2: Matter

Chapter 3: Chemical Foundations: Elements, Atoms, and Ions

Chapter 11: Modern Atomic Theory

Chapter 4: Nomenclature

Chapter 6: Chemical Compositions

Chapter 7: Chemical Reactions: An Introduction

Chapter 8: Reactions in Aqueous Solutions

Chapter 9: Stoichiometry

Chapter 13: Gases

*The above schedule is not set in stone. However, we will stay as close to this schedule as time permits.

Nine week grading periods and Semester grades will be determined as follows:

A = 93-100

B = 85-92

C = 75-84

D = 70-74

F = 69-0

***No grade will be given over 100 and no grade will be given below a 65.

Tutoring

Tutoring may be used as extra credit or for make-up work. For extra credit, each tutoring hour will be worth 15 points. These points will be averaged in with homework. The maximum amount of extra credit points per nine week grading period is 200 points.

Progress Reports

Every three weeks students will be given a progress report to take home and be signed. This progress report will include all completed work and any missing assignments the student may have. This progress report will include the up to date average for the class. All progress reports must be signed by a parent or guardian and returned in a timely manner. If there any questions concerning the students grade you may contact me.

Classroom Rules

Be on Time!

You are considered to be tardy if you are not in your seat when the bell begins to ring. If you are tardy it will be noted to the office. Remember an accumulation of tardies may result in in-school or out-of -school suspension.

Be Considerate!

Have mutual respect for others at all times. Keep all complaints until after class.

Be Responsible!

Bring Pen/Pencil, paper, textbook, and homework to class everyday. Participate in class activities. Be aware that when a class is missed, you are responsible for the missed work. This may include a test or quiz scheduled the day after you missed Work not turned in a timely manner will be given an automatic 20 point deduction. Check the website if you miss a day!

Be Respectful!

Do not talk while others are talking. Damage to any materials in the classroom will not be tolerated. Cheating is considered to be one of the greatest disrespects to me and if you are caught cheating you will automatically be given a zero grade and parents /guardians will be contacted.

Be Neat!

Please do not leave trash in the floor or work area. Be careful when moving seats. The custodians try to keep our school looking nice and you should too.

Laboratory Safety Agreement and Course Outline Agreement

Chemistry I

I, ___________________________________________________, have read and understand the safety agreement and the course outline. I agree to comply with all the safety rules and guidelines stated below. Furthermore, I agree to follow any printed or verbal instructions given by my teacher or supervising adult during the school year. Your student will use approximately $10.00 of disposable materials while in this class. A $10.00 lab fee will cover the cost of chemicals, glassware, and other perishables used through the year.

Rules:

1. Be prepared to work in the laboratory. Read the experiment before coming to class and complete any pre-laboratory assignments.

2. Perform the experiments as directed. Do not do anything that is not part of the approved experimental procedure.

3. Never work without adult supervision.

4. Dress appropriately for lab.

a. Clothes should not be loose or floppy, especially in the sleeves.

b. Dangling necklaces or bracelets should be removed for lab.

c. Tie back long hair.

d. Wear shoes that cover the entire foot.

5. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Safety goggles and a lab apron must be worn.

6. Learn the location and operation of emergency equipment. This includes eyewashes, safety showers, fire extinguishers, sinks, and first aid supplies. Know what to do in case of an emergency.

7. Act in a responsible manner at all times. No horseplay or fooling around in the lab is allowed at any time.

8. Do not eat or drink in the lab.

9. Never taste a chemical. Check for odors only if instructed to do so.

10. Turn off your Bunsen burner or other heat source whenever you are not using it. Never leave it unattended.

11. Keep all combustible material away from an open flame.

12. Read chemical labels carefully.

13. Report all accidents, injuries and close calls to your teacher immediately.

14. Dispose of chemicals properly. No solid material goes down the drain. This includes matches. When solutions are disposed of down the drain, use plenty of water to dilute the chemicals.

15. Never return used reagents to the reagent bottles. Be careful to take just the amount you need. Never contaminate the reagents.

16. Clean up spills immediately. This includes water. Wash off chemicals splashed or spilled on your skin immediately and notify your teacher.

17. Treat all chemicals with respect. Know the hazards of each before you handle any chemical.

18. Clean up your work area, put away all equipment and reagents and wash your hands thoroughly before leaving the lab. Not cleaning up your area will cause a deduction in points on your lab grade.

19. Push in the lab stools at your station.

20. List any allergies at the bottom of this safety agreement. If the experiment you are doing involves a substance you are allergic to, consult your teacher immediately.

I agree to follow the safety rules and acknowledge that both my parent/guardian and I have read the rules and the course outline.

Signature__________________________________________________ Date______________

(Student)

Signature__________________________________________________ Date______________

(Parent or guardian)

*Please check the best way to contact you about your child’s progress, grades, behavior, etc.

___ Email ____________________________________________________

___ Phone ____________________________________________________

___ Address ____________________________________________________

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