Chemistry – Room 703 Mr. Richter
COURSE SYLLABUS 2014-2015
Instructor: Mr. Richter
Textbook: Modern Chemistry. Holt, Rinehart and Winston.
Course Description: Chemistry is a lab-oriented course. Data gathering and data interpretation are emphasized. The following topics are studied: properties and measurement of matter, atomic theory, nuclear chemistry, periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and nomenclature, chemical equations and reactions, stoichiometry, properties of gases and the gas laws, thermochemistry, solutions and acids and bases.
Course Objectives: Discuss science as a body of knowledge and an investigative process Understand that science is a way of knowing and that technology is a way of adapting Conduct scientific investigations systematically Apply appropriate units and significant figures in measurements and calculations Apply the scientific method in solving everyday problems, both real and hypothetical as well as using the Metric System of measurements in an equitable, precise, and concise manner Demonstrate safe practices during laboratory investigations and know specific hazards of chemical substances as summarized on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Use the periodic table to formulate compounds, write, work, and balance chemical reactions and learn to predict possible products Be able to use the available laboratory equipment to make accurate and precise measurements to prove or disprove their hypotheses. Understand the role, place, and interactions of matter and energy in the universe. Organize, analyze, evaluate, make inferences and predict trends from data gathered Use written and oral communication skills to explain scientific phenomena and concepts in an appropriate manner. Describe the connection between chemistry and future careers
Supplies: • Paper • Notebook binder with a set of dividers • Scientific Calculator (such as a TI-30Xa or similar) • Specified supplies as required by teacher ______• Set of colored pencils • Pencil, blue or black pen & red pen
Grading Procedures: Formal assessments & major projects 55% Lab reports & quizzes 35% Homework, class work, participation 10%
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Formal Assessments–55 percent Formal assessments are administered after each unit of material. Formal assessments may be written exams consisting of: 1. Multiple-choice questions 2. Short answer questions 3. Lab-based questions 4. Problems
Labs and Quizzes–35 percent Labs: Most of the lab experiments are open-ended: The students are given an objective and a list of equipment. The allotted time is for conducting the experiment and recording the pertinent data. Depending on the type of lab, the students may perform the data analysis and complete the lab report at school and/or home. Quizzes: Quizzes may contain questions and/or problems from the homework, the reading assignments, and/or recently covered or previously learned material. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced (pop quizzes).
Homework and class work–10 percent This grade reflects in and out of class problem-solving exercises. Homework assignments may be given from the textbook or may consist of a worksheet or other teacher-created material. No late homework will be accepted unless the student has an excused absence.
Course Requirements and Expectations: *Familiarize yourself with the Antonian Student Handbook’s expectations regarding student behavior and choices. These expectations will be upheld within the learning environment. 1. Students will be in their seat, in proper uniform, and prepared for class before the tardy bell rings. You will be marked tardy if this is not followed. 2. Students are expected to participate in all activities. 3. Students will speak and behave in a way that is respectful to the teacher, his/her classmates, and school property. You are to speak in complete sentences at all times. Behavior, which prevents any student from having an opportunity to learn and succeed, will not be tolerated. 4. The teacher releases the students, not the bell. 5. No food, drinks (except water), or gum allowed. 6. Students must follow all safety rules in the laboratory. 7. Cell phones, toys, make-up, music devices, etc. have no part in the instructional process. If seen, they will be confiscated and may be turned in to the front office. 8. Doing homework for any subject other than my class during the time allotted for classroom activities will not be tolerated. I will collect the work, deliver it to your teacher, and issue a detention. 9. Backpacks, purses, laptop cases, etc. are not allowed in the classroom. Please leave them outside of the classroom in the hallway as demonstrated by the teacher. (Also, please place your books, pens, etc., underneath your desk. If you have a pencil case, it is not to be placed anywhere other than the floor/under the desk. If it is on your desk or lap, it will be confiscated.) [email protected] Chemistry – Room 703 Mr. Richter
Make Up Assignments Students are allowed to make up homework and class-work on a 1:1 basis for excused absences. All long term assignments that have been given an advanced due date will still be due on the assigned date. In the case of an absence on a test day, students are expected to take the announced test on the day they return to school. Please see the Student Handbook for all other details regarding these policies.
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