ROSEDALE HEIGHTS S.A.
SCH4U
Textbook:
Prerequisite:
Grade 12 University Chemistry – Course Outline
2015-2016
Chemistry 12, Mustoe et.al., McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2002
Chemistry 12, van Kessel et. al., Nelson, 2002
Chemistry SCH3U, Grade 11, University Preparation
Course Description:
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of organic chemistry,
energy changes and rates of reaction, chemical systems and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and atomic and molecular
structure. Students will further develop problem-solving and laboratory skills as they investigate chemical processes,
at the same time refining their ability to communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the
importance of chemistry in daily life, and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology on the environment.
Units/Strands
Review of Basic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Structure & Properties of Matter
Energy Changes & Rates of
Reaction
Chemical Systems & Equilibrium
Electrochemistry
Final Summative Evaluation
Topics
The purpose of this unit is to ensure that students have the necessary analytical,
mathematical and communication skills necessary for success in this course. Review
from prior courses, including nomenclature, the mole, types of reactions, molecular
shapes, polarity, stoichiometry, gas laws and predication of reactions products and
reactants are surveyed.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the structure, properties and chemical
behaviour of compounds within each class of organic compounds. They will investigate
organic compounds and organic chemical reactions, and represent the compounds in
various ways.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of atomic structure and chemical bonding,
and how they relate to the physical properties of ionic, molecular, covalent network,
and metallic substances. They will investigate the molecular shapes and physical
properties of various types of matter.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of energy changes and rates of reaction.
They will investigate and analyse energy changes and rates of reaction in physical and
chemical processes, and solve related problems.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the concept of dynamic equilibrium and
the variables that cause shifts in the equilibrium of chemical systems. They will
investigate the qualitative and quantitative nature of chemical systems at equilibrium,
and solve related problems.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of oxidation-reduction
reactions and the many practical applications of electrochemistry. They will investigate
redox reactions using a galvanic cell, and analyse electrochemical reactions in
qualitative and quantitative terms.
The final evaluation will be based on the full year. It will include an exam to be written
during the culminating activity period, as well as a lab assessment, which will take
place in class during the last 6 weeks of classes.
Evaluation:
Report Card
Term Work – Test, Quiz,
Assignments, Labs
Culminating Exam
Total
November
100%
100%
February
100%
100%
April Interim
100%
100%
June
70%
30%
100%
Term work includes all labs, assignments, group work, quizzes and unit tests.
The four categories of Knowledge and Understanding, Thinking and Investigation, Communication, and Application
encompasses the curriculum expectations of all high school courses. Teaching assessment, evaluation, feedback
and the final grade will be based on these four categories with a minimum weighting of 20% per category.
Student Responsibilities:
Students are expected to be present for all classes and to complete homework on a regular basis. It is the student’s
responsibility to follow the appropriate lab protocol and safety procedures. Students are responsible for all material
covered in class during their absence. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the teacher of any planned absence,
and arrange with the teacher to make up all missed work. Failing to communicate with your teacher the reason for
your absence will result in a zero for any assessments during the absence. Seek extra help, it is available.
Listed below is an outline of the units of study in 12 University Chemistry and the topics covered within each unit.
The amount of time spent on each topic will vary, and the order may change.
TERM 1: UNIT
TOPICS
1. Mole Review
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Mol calculations
Stoichiometry
Molarity
Safety
Test: SCH3U Review
Review: Assignment &
text page xiv
September
2. Organic Chemistry
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Hydrocarbons
Functional Groups
Reactions of Organic Molecules
Polymers
Test: Organic
Review: Chapters 1, 2
October
November
TERM 2: UNIT
TOPICS
3. Atomic Structure &
Molecular Architecture
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Atomic Structure
Bonding in Solids, Liquids & Gases
Molecular Structure
Properties of Solids
TEST
CHAPTER
Test: Atomic Structure
& Shapes
Review: Chapters 3, 4
January
TERM 3: UNIT
TOPICS
4. Energy & Rates in
Chemical Reaction
· Thermodynamics
· Reaction Rates
Test: Thermodynamics
Review: Chapters 5, 6
March
5. Introduction to
Equilibrium
6. Equilibrium Applications
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Test: Rate & Equilibrium
Review: Chapters 6,7 & 9
April
Dynamic Equilibrium
Le Chatelier’s Principle
Equilibrium Problems
Solubility Equilibrium
Acid-Base Equilibrium
TERM 4: UNIT
TOPICS
7. Redox & Electrochemistry
· Oxidation & Reduction
· Electrochemical Cells
CHAPTER
ISU Partical (May)
Review: Chapter 8
CHAPTER
Review: Chapters 10, 11
Quest: June