Science Department Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Course Code: SCH3U1 Course Name: Grade 11 Chemistry Level: University Preparation Instructor: Mrs. Chittenden Period: 3 Room Number: 242 Course Overview: This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the entrance requirements for university programs. It emphasizes both independent research skills and independent learning skills. In addition, it focuses on the concepts and theories that form the basis of modern chemistry. Students study the behaviours of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions; investigate changes and relationships in chemical systems; and explore how chemistry is used in developing new products and processes that affect our lives and our environment. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of chemistry in other branches of science. Specific Strands of Study & Expectations: Unit 1: Matter and Chemical Bonding: Chapters 1-3 *This unit serves as the introduction to Grade 11 Chemistry. Essential chemical terminology is reviewed from earlier courses and extended in the context of student investigations, discussions and teacher direction. The Periodic Table as a central organizer from which properties of matter and bonding can be predicted is central to this unit. Unit 2: Chemical Reactions: Chapter 4 *In this unit, students are introduced to various types of chemical reactions. Qualitative information observed in simple chemical reactions is formalized through writing balanced chemical equations. Chemicals reactions used in a variety of applications will be analyzed and assessed, specifically their impact on society and the environment. Unit 3: Quantities in Chemical Reactions: Chapters 5-7 *In this unit, students are introduced to the mole concept. The quantitative treatment of chemical equations and reactions moves from mole-mole and mass-mass relationships to percent yield and limiting reagent calculations. Additional quantitative topics include the theory of average atomic mass and its calculations as well as percent composition and the Law of Definite Proportion. When possible, the theory is complemented by experimental work. Unit 4: Solutions and Solubility: Chapters 8-10 *This unit begins with a review of the characteristics of solutions and dissolving. Experimental work forms the foundation for qualitative analysis and selective precipitation. Quantitative work from the previous unit is carried forward into solution calculations and the concepts of concentrations and dilution. The discussions of acids and bases from previous courses are extended to pH calculations, titrations and various acid base theories. Unit 5: Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry: Chapters 11-12 *This unit begins with a review of the properties and uses of some common gases. A review of the kinetic molecular theory leads to a discussion of gas properties and their measurement. Experimental work forms the foundation for quantitative work Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students in order to ensure these expectations are being met. Grade 11U Evaluation Breakdown Evaluation Tests/ Quizzes Labs/ Assignments Total Percentage Knowledge/ Understanding Communication 25 25 4 11 15 Thinking/Inquiry 18 17 35 Application 13 12 25 TOTAL 60 40 100 Resources: * The course will use a variety of resources including video, CD-ROM, Internet Applications and a variety of print sources. The textbook McGraw Hill Chemistry 11 will be distributed to students during the first week of the course. The text and all other resources assigned to students are the responsibility of the student. Any damage incurred will result in payment for replacement. Replacement cost for the text/cd is $110 1. Term Work- 70% 2. Culminating Task – 5% 3. Final Exam- 25% Evaluation Policy Students will be assessed & evaluated according to the work produced & skills displayed. Methods of providing feedback will include assessing work in process & evaluating completed assignments, tests, co-operative learning activities, simulations and presentations. Peer & self-evaluations will also be utilized. Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories & 4 levels. Please see the chart below for specific skills and key words used to determine student competency in the different categories. Category Level Knowledge/Understanding Knowledge of facts & terms Understanding of concepts & relationships Thinking/Investigation Critical thinking skills Creative thinking skills Inquiry Skills Communication Communication of ideas and information Use of symbols & visuals Oral & written communication Level 1: 50-59% Level 2: 60-69% Level 3: 70-79% Level 4: 80-100% -Limited display of knowledge, skills and ability to apply concepts -Some success in displaying knowledge, skills and application of concepts -Considerable display of knowledge skills and ability to apply concepts -Thorough understanding of concepts and ability to communicate, think creatively and apply concepts Application Applications in familiar contexts Transfer of concepts to new contexts Making logical conclusions and predictions Use of technology Making connections Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Skills like working independently, team work, organization, work habits and homework, and initiative are assessed independently student achievement and will be conducted through the use of a rubric indicating specific criteria to be achieved to receive each of the following letter grades: E –Excellent G – Good S – Satisfactory N - Needs Improvement MISSELANEOUS ITEMS: * LATE ASSIGNMENTS: Assignments submitted after the Primary Due Date established by the teacher will be accepted with a penalty of 5% off for the first day late, 10% off for the second day late, and zero for subsequent days. MISSED TESTS: Missing tests in this course is COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE!! *Missed test #1 Student will write on the day he/she returns to class…with acceptable excuse (e.g. Funeral, serious illness, surgery etc.) and note from parent/guardian.) *Missed test #2 Student will not be permitted to write test - weight of test will be added to final exam. *Missed test #3 = ZERO PLAGIARISM in ANY FORM reflects academic dishonesty and will result in a mark of zero for the assignment, and a referral to the student’s Vice Principal. All citations and bibliographies should conform to MLA style. ATTENDANCE/PUNCTUALITY: To be successful in this class, coming to class daily and on time is ESSENTIAL!! (At 5 lates an assignment will be given. Subsequent lates will result in parental contact and VP intervention. UNIFORM Student’s are expected to be in full uniform at all times!! Noncompliance will result in VP intervention. PED’s Not permitted in the school. This is a Board policy. FOOD No food in class. Water is permitted.