Dr. Glass' Chemistry Syllabus
River Ridge High School 2025-‘26
1. Course Description
This course is designed to introduce high school students to the
fundamental concepts of Chemistry, the “central science.” Through
interactive lectures, teacher demonstrations, readings, laboratory
work, class/homework, and projects, students will expand their
understanding of the composition, properties, and changes of matter
and apply them to real-world situations.
2. Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Glass
Email: GlassClass101@hotmail.com
Of ce Hours: ______________________
Classroom: ________________________
3. Learning Objectives
Understand and apply foundational chemistry concepts and
terminology.
Relate chemical reactions to everyday life.
Develop problem-solving skills in a chemical context.
Appreciate the relevance and power of chemistry as a tool in
understanding the world.
Conduct basic chemistry experiments with safety
consciousness.
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4. Course Schedule
Reading
Assignment
Week Topic
1
Welcome, Class Policies, Materials, Sign Safety
Contract, Class
SAFETY, & Why Chemistry is "Easy" Intro. Ch. 1
2
Quantitative Reasoning Operations Chapter 2
3
Quantitative Reasoning Operations Chapter 3
4
How Quantitative Reasoning
Operations Apply to a Relatively
Simple Concept, such as Density
Chapter 4
5
Metric System
Chapter 5
6
Conversions Between the Metric
System and the "English" system
Chapter 5
7
Intro: Periodic Table
Chapter 6
8
Preliminary Ideas and Vocabulary
Chapter 7
9
Preliminary Ideas and Vocabulary
Chapter 7
10
Introducing the "Mole"
Chapter 8
11
Solving Mole Problems
Chapter 8
12
Avogadro's Hypothesis and the
Concept of Molar Volume
Chapter 8
13
Solving Percent Composition and
Empirical Formula Problems
Chapter 9
14
Solving Percent Composition and
Chapter 9
Empirical Formula Problems (cont.)
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15
How to Balance Chemical
Equations
Chapter 10
16
Intro: Stoichiometry Problems
Chapter 10
17
Solving Stoichiometry Problems
Chapter 10
18
Solving Stoichiometry Problems
(cont.)
Chapter 10
19
Intro: Molarity & Equilibrium
Chapter 11
20
Molarity: Concept and Typical
Problems
Chapter 11
21
Equilibrium
Chapter 12
22
General Principles of Equilibrium
Chapter 12
23
Gen. Principles of Equilibrium
(cont.)
Chapter 12
24
Equilibrium Constant and How It
Should Be Interpreted
Chapter 12
25
Intro: Le Chatelier's Principal
Chapter 13
26
Le Chatelier's Principal
Chapter 13
27
Solving Equilibrium Problems
Chapter 14
28
Self-Ionization of Water and pH
Chapter 15
29
Strong Acids
Chapter 16
30
Strong Bases
Chapter 16
31
Weak Acids and Bases
Chapter 17
32
Titrating Acids and Bases
Chapter 18
33
Titrating Acids and Bases (cont.)
Chapter 18
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34
Solubility Equilibria
Chapter 19
35
Solubility Equilibria (cont.)
Chapter 19
36
REVIEW & FINAL EXAM
5. Laboratory Requirements
Safety goggles ALWAYS worn properly
Wear “closed-toe” shoes
Before joining a lab group: tie back hair, don't wear "expensive"
or “loose- tting” clothing or jewelry
Laboratory "Composition Notebook"
6. Required Reading and Materials
1. "High School Chemistry Textbook": ____________________________
2. Scienti c Calculator
3. Laboratory Safety Equipment (Goggles, Protective Gear, etc.)
4. Composition Notebook for Your Notes
5. Access to a Computer for Online Components
7. Assignments and Assessments
Weekly Quizzes: Multiple choice quizzes assessing your
understanding of various topics. Usually given every 1-2 weeks.
Experiments: Hands-on lab experiments applying chemistry
concepts.
Participation: Actively engage in class discussions and be ready
to ask and answer oral questions daily.
Midterm Exam: Cumulative test of knowledge gained in the
half of the academic year (covering Weeks 1-18).
Final Project: Students will present a chemistry
problem/challenge in teams, explaining the process and
relevance of the chosen subject (which needs to be "cleared" by
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Dr. Glass ahead of time), and each student contributing equally
to parts of the team’s presentation.
Final Exam: Cumulative test of knowledge gained throughout
the year (Weeks 19-36).
8. Course Policy
Respect for all students and instructor in class.
Active participation in lectures and labs (to be regularly
evaluated/assessed)
Absences may only be excused through the attendance of ce.
Try to inform Dr. Glass in advance if you know of an upcoming
absence. If not, let the instructor know as soon as you're absent
without interrupting class time (read more about this policy in
the "Welcome, Policies, and Materials" document).
All assignments must be submitted by the due date. Late
submissions typically lose valuable points.
Academic integrity must be maintained. Cheating or plagiarism
will result in a fail and/or a call to parent(s)/guardian.
9. Grading Policy
Exams: 4 grades
Qizzes: 2-3 grades
Laboratory Reports: 2-3 grades
Homework Assignments: 1 grade
Class Participation: 1 grade each week
Final Project: 4 grades per participant within your team
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10. Disclaimer
The syllabus for this course should not be viewed as unalterable or
set in stone. It may undergo adjustments and changes as and when
required, depending on the progression of the course/labs and other
factors. You may need to adjust your study schedule and anticipate
any potential shift in your course preparation.
ALWAYS nd out what you missed if absent for any reason by seeing me
during my of ce hours or immediately afterschool, by voicemail, or via
email to me at GlassClass101@hotmail.com.
It is crucially important that every student regularly reviews the
course schedule and requirements. This is to ensure that he/she is
consistently informed and updated about any changes in line with
the progress of the class/labs. So, each student is always expected to
carefully monitor the course progression and stay abreast of any
alterations in the syllabus, thus enhancing the overall learning
experience. I recommend trying to stay one chapter ahead of our
class' progression as far as reading your textbook goes, especially if
you're absent.
WELCOME TO DR. GLASS' – And Your – SCIENCE CLASS!
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