VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM STATUS MATRIX
2015 Science - Chemistry
8VAC 20-542-410
Institution: The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
Endorsement Competencies
Course Competencies
The program in chemistry shall ensure that the candidate
demonstrates the following
competencies:
1. Understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes
of the four core science
disciplines as defined in the Virginia Science Standards of
Learning and how
they provide a sound foundation for teaching chemistry.
BIO 1010: Principles of Biology
BIO 1011:Principles of Biology Laboratory
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
GLG 1010: Physical Geology
PHY 1010: Introduction to Physics 1
PHY 1011: General Physics Lab
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
2. Understanding of the nature of science and scientific
inquiry including the:
a. Function of research design and experimentation;
Lab components of course listed above in (1)
b. Role and nature of the theory in explaining and
predicting events and
phenomena; and
Lab components of course listed above in (1)
c. Role of observation, measurements, data, and
evidence in verifying and
validating scientific concepts and principles.
Lab components of course listed above in (1)
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM STATUS MATRIX
2015 Science - Chemistry
8VAC 20-542-410
Institution: The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
3. Understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes
for teaching laboratory
science, including the ability to:
a. Design instruction reflecting the goals of the
Virginia Science Standards of
Learning;
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
b. Conduct research projects and experiments;
Lab components of course listed above in (1)
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
c. Implement laboratory safety rules/procedures and
ensure that students
take appropriate safety precautions;
Lab components of course listed above in (1)
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
d. Organize key chemistry content into meaningful
units of instruction;
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
e. Adapt instruction to diverse learners using a
variety of techniques;
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
EDU 3690: Exceptional Children in the Regular Classroom
f. Evaluate student achievement, instructional
materials, and teaching
materials; and
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
EDU 4090: Foundations of Assessments
g. Incorporate instructional technology to enhance
student performance.
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM STATUS MATRIX
2015 Science - Chemistry
8VAC 20-542-410
Institution: The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
4. Understanding of content, processes, and skills of
chemistry, equivalent to an
undergraduate degree in chemistry, with course work in
inorganic chemistry,
organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and analytical
chemistry.
BIO 1010: Principles of Biology
BIO 1011:Principles of Biology Laboratory
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
GLG 1010: Physical Geology
PHY 1010: Introduction to Physics 1
PHY 1011: General Physics Lab
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
5. Understanding of basic physics, biology, the Earth
sciences, and mathematics
(including statistics and calculus) to ensure:
a. The placement of chemistry in an appropriate
interdisciplinary context;
BIO 1010: Principles of Biology
BIO 1011:Principles of Biology Laboratory
PHY 1010: Introduction to Physics 1
PHY 1011: General Physics Lab
GLG 1010: Physical Geology
MTh 1180: Elementary Probability and Statistics
MTH 2040: Calculus 1
MTH 2050: Calculus 2
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM STATUS MATRIX
2015 Science - Chemistry
8VAC 20-542-410
Institution: The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
b. The ability to teach the processes and
organizing concepts common to the
natural and physical sciences; and
c. Student achievement in chemistry.
BIO 1010: Principles of Biology
BIO 1011:Principles of Biology Laboratory
PHY 1010: Introduction to Physics 1
PHY 1011: General Physics Lab
GLG 1010: Physical Geology
SCI 4010: Methods for the Secondary Science Teacher
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM 3010: Organic Chemistry 1
CHM 3011: Organic Chemistry Lab
CHM3110: Inorganic Chemistry
CHM 3310: Introduction to Physical Chemistry
CHM 3210: Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
6. Understanding of the contributions and significance of
chemistry, including:
a. Its social and cultural significance;
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM 3010: Organic Chemistry 1
CHM 3011: Organic Chemistry Lab
CHM3110: Inorganic Chemistry
CHM 3310: Introduction to Physical Chemistry
CHM 3210: Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PROGRAM STATUS MATRIX
2015 Science - Chemistry
8VAC 20-542-410
Institution: The University of Virginia’s College at Wise
b. The relationship of chemistry and other sciences
to technology; and
c. The historical development of scientific concepts
and scientific reasoning.
7. Understanding of and proficiency in grammar, usage,
and mechanics and their
integration in writing.
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM 3010: Organic Chemistry 1
CHM 3011: Organic Chemistry Lab
CHM3110: Inorganic Chemistry
CHM 3310: Introduction to Physical Chemistry
CHM 3210: Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
CHM 1010: College Chemistry 1
CHM 1011: College Chemistry 1 Laboratory
CHM 1020: College Chemistry 2
CHM 1021: College Chemistry 2 Laboratory
CHM 3010: Organic Chemistry 1
CHM 3011: Organic Chemistry Lab
CHM3110: Inorganic Chemistry
CHM 3310: Introduction to Physical Chemistry
CHM 3210: Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
ENG 1010: Composition
ENG 1020: Composition
EDU 4946: Teaching Internship, 6-12