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LEARNING OUTCOMES
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METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
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Explain and apply major concepts in inorganic chemistry including structures of matter, atomic theory, nomenclature, bonding, bases and an introduction to organic chemistry.
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Written tests, reports and/or use of equipment to demonstrate student competency in field.
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Demonstrate knowledge of scientific method.
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Formulate problem, make observations, derive and test hypothesis and make conclusions.
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Communicate scientific ideas through oral or written assignments.
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Students use analytical reasoning skills to solve problems on written tests and/or laboratory work.
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Interpret scientific models such as formulas, graphs, tables and schematics, draw inferences from them and recognize their limitations.
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Written reports of lab experiments and/or written tests demonstrate student competency in the application of scientific knowledge.
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Demonstrate problem solving methods in situations that are encountered outside of the classroom.
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Students use demonstrations, group discussions, written tests, laboratory reports, research projects and/or field experiences to illustrate competence in recognizing and evaluating various scientific processes.
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Demonstrate proper laboratory technique including safety in the use and care of laboratory equipment and materials.
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Results from laboratory work and experiments demonstrate student awareness of science and society.
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Maintain a laboratory notebook
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Results from Laboratory notebook demonstrate student competency in data collection.
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FSCJ District Topical Outline
COURSE TOPICS (Approximate CONTACT HOURS per topic based on 60 hours)
I. Matter, Energy, and Measurements 6
A. Properties and Classification of Matter (2)
B. Types and Laws of Energy (1)
C. Important Measurement Units, Unit Conversions,
and the SI System of Units (3)
II. Elements, Atoms, and the Periodic Table 3
A. Structure of the Atom
B. Electron Configuration
C. Periodic Properties and Elements
III. Compounds, Molecules and Chemical Bonds 4
A. Writing Chemical Formulas and Naming Compounds
B. Ionic and Covalent Bonds
IV. Chemical Equations and Stoichiometry 8
A. Chemical Equations (4)
B. Stoichiometry (4)
1. Formula Weights
2. The Mole
3. Calculations Using Balanced Equations Involving Weight and Mole Relations
V. Gases, Liquids and Solids 7
A. Organization of Matter
B. Gases
C. Pressure and Physiology
D. Gas Laws
E. Liquids
F. Solids
VI. Solutions 8
A. Types of Solutions
B. Solubility
C. Concentrations of Solutions
D. Osmosis, Dialysis, and Electrolytes
E. Colligative Properties
VII. Chemical Equilibrium 4
A. Factors Affecting Reaction Rates
B. Chemical Equilibrium System
VIII. Acids and Bases 7
A. Definitions and Properties
B. Measurement of Hydrogen Ion; Concentration and pH
C. Buffer Solutions
D. Titrations
IX. Introduction to Organic Chemistry 8
A. Introduction
B. Molecular Structures in Organic Compounds
C. Recognizing Functional Groups of Most Classification of
Organic Compounds
D. Nomenclature of Organic Compounds
X. Nuclear Chemistry 3
XI. Special Topics 2
Total Lecture Hours 60
District Course Lab Outline:
The district course outline has the following lists of labs. We will do at least 11 from the list via the Virtual Lab: (More details in class)
1. Laboratory Safety/Introduction to Chemical Equipment,
Laboratory notebook
2. Measurements, Units, Significant Figures, Precision,
Accuracy in Metric System
3. Chemical Nomenclature (IUPAC)
4. Graphical Analysis of Data
The professor will require the 4 above to satisfy course requirements.
5. Bonding/Dot Structures (Model Building)
6. Energy and Matter, Physical and Chemical
7. Properties and Changes
8. Compounds
9. Chemical Reactions
10. Conservation of Mass during a Chemical Change
11. Gas Law Experiment
12. Preparation of Solutions, wt. %, M, N
13. Osmosis and Dialysis
14. Determination of pH
15. Chemical Equilibrium
16. Acid-base Titration
17. Testing a Substance for its Buffer Capacity
18. Hydrocarbon
19. Nuclear Demonstration
20. Properties of Solutions
21. Spectroscopy
22. Measurement of Specific Heat
23. Intermolecular Interactions/Polymers
The professor will choose six to eleven activities of #5 through 23 to satisfy the laboratory requirement.