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NORTH TORONTO COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation (SCH4U) Course Outline for 2010-2011

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry, energy This course enables students to deep their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical systems, and electrochemistry. Students will further develop their problem- solving and investigation skills as they investigate chemical processes, and will refined their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of chemistry in everyday life and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment.

Prerequisite: Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation

Big Ideas

Organic Chemistry  Organic compounds have predictable chemical and physical properties determined by their respective structures.  Organic chemical reactions and their applications have significant implications for society, human health, and the environment

Structure and Properties of Matter  The nature of the attractive forces that exist between particles in a substance determines the properties and limits the uses of that substance.  Technological devices that are based on the principles of atomic and molecular structures can have societal benefits and costs.

Energy Changes and Rates of Reactions  Energy changes and rates of chemical reactions can be described quantitatively.  The efficiency of chemical reactions can be improved by applying optimal conditions.  Technologies that transform energy can have societal and environmental costs and benefits.

Chemical Systems and Equilibrium  Chemical systems are dynamic and respond to changing conditions in predictable ways.  Applications of chemical systems at equilibrium have significant implications for nature and industry

Electrochemistry  Oxidation and reduction are paired chemical reactions in which electrons are transferred from one substance to another in a predictable way.  The control and applications of oxidation reduction reactions have significant implications for industry, health and safety, and the environment.

TEXT: CHEMISTRY 12, van Kessel, et al; Nelson Thomson Learning, Toronto, 2003 (Replacement Cost: $125.78)

1 EVALUATION

Students will be given a numerical grade at the end of the course. The mark will be calculated according to the following breakdown: The final grade for this course will be determined as follows:

 70% of the grade will be based upon evaluations conducted throughout the course. This portion of the grade will reflect the student's most consistent level of achievement throughout the course, although special consideration will be given to more recent evidence of achievement.

 30% of the grade will be based on a summative evaluation administered at the end of the course. This final evaluation will be based on an evaluation of achievement from all four categories of the Achievement Chart.

Evaluation Items Percentage Weightings

Interim Report Term 1 Interim Report Final Report Card #1 Report Card Card #2 Card Term Evaluation (70%) Lab Performance & Reports 30 30 30 20 Projects (~1/unit) 15 10 15 10 Quizzes/Assignments (~1/week) 25 10 10 10 End of Unit Culminating Tasks 30 20 30 20 (Written unit tests and/or Practical Tests) December Exam (Units 1 & 2) N/A 30 15 10 Summative Evaluation (30%) Practical Exam (Week of June 6th) N/A N/A N/A 10 June Written Exam N/A N/A N/A 20

Learning Skills The 6 learning skills and work habits – Responsibility, organization, independent work, collaboration, initiative, self regulation- play a crucial role to the achievement of the curriculum expectations in science. Students will work independently on many assigned tasks and will also have frequent opportunities to work with partners and in groups as they perform experiments and other classroom activities. They are encouraged to: a) come to class prepared with writing materials, notebooks (3- ring binder), textbook, course handouts, calculators, etc. b) Maintain an organized notebook and healthy work-habits by completing homework on a daily basis; c) Complete and hand in assigned work on time and with care; and d) seek extra help when needed and/or take other initiatives to further facilitate their learning.

2 ATTENDANCE/MISSED EVALUATION  Classroom attendance and punctuality are of the utmost importance. There is a lot of material to cover and any late arrivals or poor attendance will certainly hinder achievement in this course. If you know you are going to miss a class, please inform the teacher as early as possible.

 YOU are responsible for obtaining and completing any notes, tests, quizzes, assignments, and any other classroom activities missed during ANY absences from class.

 All assigned work must be completed and submitted on time. A reasonable extension may be granted if, prior to the due date, the student and teacher negotiate a new submission date. Failure to submit an assignment on the due date will result in a mark a 10% penalty. Assignments, including lab reports will not be accepted after they have been discussed, marked or returned to the class. Failure to complete major cumulative tasks within established timelines, without a legitimate reason, will result in a mark of ZERO.

 If you have a legitimate reason for missing an evaluation, you must report to your teacher before school, the first day you return, in order to make alternate arrangements.

 All work must be your own. For some lab reports, each individual may be required to submit their own, original lab report, even if the lab was done in a group. Any student who plagiarizes work or allows their work to be copied by another student will receive a mark of ZERO for that activity.

Approximate Time-Lines

Unit Time End of Unit Culminating Task Organic Chemistry Sept 13 – 1st week in Nov Nov. 1 – Nov. 5 (Written Unit Test) Structure & Properties of Matter 2nd week in Nov- 2nd week in Jan Jan 10 - Jan 14 Energy Changes & Rates of Reaction 3rd week in Jan – 1st week in Mar Feb 28 – Mar 4

Chemical Systems & Equilibrium 2nd in week in March – 4th week April 26 – April 29 in April Electrochemistry 1st week in May – 1st week in May 30 – June 3rd June

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