AP/IB Chemistry I Syllabus
2012-2013
Mrs. Ann Monroe
National Board Certified Teacher
ChemistrywithMonroe.blogspot.com
Learning Lab: 4th Hour
Lindbergh High School
314-729-2400
amonroe@lindberghschools.ws
Planning: 5th Hour
Overview of AP/IB Chemistry I:
This course prepares students for the AP and IB-SL exams in chemistry and for success in
college. All students are prepared for the AP exam. IB students are prepared for the IB exam.
All IB students should take the AP test.
Expectations:
This is a very difficult course. Prerequisites include Honors Biology, Honors Physical Science,
Algebra, and Geometry. Students are treated like honors college students. The pace of the
class and volume of content can become overwhelming for even the best students. Less than
20% of all students taking the AP exam will earn a “5”. Hard-working, intelligent students
with an aptitude for science do well while the lazy do not. Managing time and stress are
essential tools for success. Students that give their best effort and complete this class will be
more than adequately prepared for college.
Materials:
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Textbook—Chemistry: The Central Science, 12th Ed. by Brown and Lemay)
Composition notebook (preferably your Chemistry I notebook)
Paper notebook for note-taking
Calculator (graphing recommended)
Flash drive (4 GB or larger recommended)
Class Rule:
Respect yourself, others, and environment.
Quarterly Grade Weighting:
 Test average (50%)
 Quizzes, Labs and Projects (30%)
 Homework (20%)
Semester Grade Weighting:
 1st Quarter (40%)
 2nd Quarter (40%)
 Final Exam (20%)
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3rd Quarter (50%)
4th Quarter (50%)
Final Exam (20%)
AP/IB Chemistry I Syllabus
2012-2013
Mrs. Ann Monroe
National Board Certified Teacher
ChemistrywithMonroe.blogspot.com
Learning Lab: 4th Hour
Lindbergh High School
314-729-2400
amonroe@lindberghschools.ws
Planning: 5th Hour
Unit Topics:
Introduction: Matter & Measurement
Atoms, Molecules & Ions
Stoichiometry
Reactions in Aqueous Solution Stoichiometry
Properties of Solutions
Thermochemistry
Electronic Structure of Atoms
Periodic Properties of Elements
Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding
Molecular Geometry & Bonding Theories
Gases
Liquids & Intermolecular Forces
Solids & Modern Materials
Nuclear Chemistry
Homework:
Students turn in homework on the test day. The homework is a large database of relevant
questions taken from old AP and IB exams. Additional smaller assignments are given to
prepare for the following day’s lesson. All deadlines are on each unit calendar. Without a valid
reason, advanced notification and my approval, late homework is not accepted for credit.
Quizzes:
Quizzes appear on each unit calendar and normally occur on a weekly basis. The style of quiz
will vary depending on the content and will be passed along to students when appropriate.
Tests:
Tests are constructed from past AP and IB exams and are cumulative in nature. Students have
access to all past AP and IB exams and scoring guides to aid in their preparation. Cumulative
tests prepare students for success on the AP and IB exams.
Labs:
This year, AP students will do more labs from the recommended list of 22 labs described in the
AP curriculum guide. IB students will perform traditional IB formal labs. This difference is
beneficial to all parties involved. Expect to spend additional time on labs outside of regular
class time. A 10% per day penalty is imposed on late labs.