St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into
the Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest
extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Science
Grade 12 University Chemistry
SCH4U1
Course Description:
This course enables students to deepen 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 refine 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.
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Throughout Course:
Scientific Skills Investigation &
Career Exploration
 Develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to
promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good
(CGE1d)
 Listens actively and critically to understand and learn in light of gospel values
(CGE2a)
 Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively (CGE2b)
 Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to
others (CGE2c)
 Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems
(CGE3c)
 Makes decisions in light of gospel values with an informed moral conscience
(CGE3d)
 Applies effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time and
resource management skills (CGE4f)
 Works effectively as an interdependent team member (CGE5a)
 Thinks critically about the meaning and purpose of work (CGE5b)
 Contributes to the common good (CGE7j)
 Respects the environment and uses resources wisely (CGE7i)
Unit 1: Organic Chemistry
Unit 2: Structure & Properties of
Matter
Unit 3: Energy Changes & Rates of
Reaction
Unit 4: Chemical Systems &
Equilibrium
Unit 5: Electrochemistry
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
25 %
35 %
25 %
15 %
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Exam
Overall Weighting
70 %
30 %
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing Success pg. 11.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf