CAMPION COLLEGE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
CAPE UNIT 2 CHEMISTRY CALENDER
SEPTEMBER 2008 TO MAY 2009
Instructor:
E-mail address:
Office:
Mrs. Jacquelyn Marshall
jacquelynmarshall@hotmail.com [for CAPE chemistry matters only]
Staff House
Textbook and references:
Required:
1.
A recognized A-Level chemistry text
References:
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Cambridge Advanced Series: Environmental Chemistry
Cambridge Advanced Series: Methods of Detection and Analysis
CAPE chemistry Syllabus
CAPE Chemistry Past Papers – Units one and two [2000 to 2008]
Spectroscopy handbook form the University of the West Indies (available
during field trip)
Chang, Robert. (2005). Chemistry 8th edition. USA: McGraw Hill.
Ramsden, E. N. (2001). Calculations for A-Level chemistry 4th edition.
Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
Redspot. Chemistry (Topical). Singapore: Redspot Publishing.
[Purchase current edition]
7.
8.
9.
Websites:
chemguide.co.uk, asetute.com,
creativechemistry.org.uk
chemsoc.org,
a-levelchemistry.co.uk,
Laboratory Reports:
 Laboratory reports must be submitted in hard cover lab books
Assessment:
Graded work for reports
# of pieces
for each report
Percentages
Sept. to Dec.
2008
Jan. to April
2009
Practical / Class work
6
35
35
Homework
4
15
15
Test
4
50
50
Exam
1
100
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Course schedule: Module 1
Date
Topic
Sept. 1 to 5 Organic Chemistry – Structure and Formulae
 Carbon compounds – chains and rings
 Homologous series
 Empirical and molecular formulae
 Formulae – molecular, structural (condensed &
displayed)
 Nomenclature
 IUPAC
 Isomerism
 Homologous series
 General formulae
Sept. 8 to
Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
12
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of alkanes
 Free radical substitution - alkanes
 Reactions of alkenes
 Electrophilic addition – alkenes
 Hydrogenation of fats (trans-fats)
CAMPION
J. MARSHALL
CAPE CHEMISTRY UNIT 2
CALAENDER 2008 TO 2009
Reading / Research
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
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Date
Sept. 15 to
19
Sept. 22 to
26
Sept. 29 to
Oct. 3
Topic
Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of alcohols
 Reactions of halogenoalkanes
 Nucleophilic substitution - halogenoalkanes
Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of carbonyl compounds
 Nucleophilic addition – carbonyl compounds
 Reactions of carboxylic acids
Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of esters
 Saponification
 Transesterification / biodiesel
 Reactions of primary amines
Oct. 6 to 10 Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of benzene
 Electrophilic substitution - benzene
Oct. 12 to
24
Oct 27 to
30
Nov 3 to 7
Organic Chemistry – Functional Group Analysis,
Reactions and Mechanisms
 Reactions of phenol
 Formation of azo compounds
 Uses of azo compounds
Organic Chemistry –Acidic and Basic Character of
Organic Compounds
 Acidity of alcohols, phenols and carboxylic acids
 Basic character of aliphatic amines, amides, and
aromatic amines
 Acid-base properties of amino acids
Organic Chemistry –Macromolecules
 Addition polymerisation
 Condensation polymerissation
 Monomers and polymers
 Protein
 Carbohydrate
 Monomers of carbohydrate
Course schedule: Module 2
Date
Topic
Nov. 10 to Uncertainty in Measurements
14
 Analysis of scientific data
 Degree of uncertainty in measurement
 Laboratory equipment
 Calibration
Nov. 17 to
21
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Titrimetric (Volumetric) Methods of analysis
 Principles of titrimetric analysis
 Standard solutions
 Potentiometric titrations
 Conductrimetric titrations
 Titrations – acid-base, back, redox
Use of titrimetric analysis
J. MARSHALL
CAPE CHEMISTRY UNIT 2
CALAENDER 2008 TO 2009
Reading / Research
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Reading / Research
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
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Date
Nov. 24 to
28
Jan. 5 to 9
Jan. 12 to
16
Jan 19 to
23
Jan. 26 to
30
Topic
Gravimetric Methods of Analysis
 Principles of gravimetric analysis
 Equipment for gravimetric analysis
 Gravimetry – volatilization
 Calculations
 Use of gravimetric analysis in quality control
Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis
 Electromagnetic radiation
 Wavelength ranges
 Quantized energy levels
Ultra Violet Visible Spectroscopy
 Origin of UV / VIS
 Species that absorb in UV / VIS region
 Analytical techniques
 Beer/Lambert’s Law
 UV/VIS and quantitative analysis
Infrared Spectroscopy
 Origin of IR
 Analytical techniques
 Limitations of IR
 Use of IR to identify functional groups in organic
compounds
 Use of IR in monitoring air pollutants
Mass Spectroscopy
 Principles of mass spectroscopy
 Mass spectra
 Use of mass spectral data
Chromatographic Methods of Separation
 Principles of chromatography
 Retention factor
 Retention time
 Visualizing agent
 Solvent front
 Steps in chromatography
 Common stationary phase
 Application of chromatography
Phase Separations
 Chemical principles of simple distillation
 Chemical principles of fractional distillation
 Raoult’s Law
 Boiling point / composition curve
 Distillation under reduced pressure
 Chemical principle of steam distillation
 Principles of solvent extraction
 Separation of mixtures
 Application of distillation methods
Course schedule: Module 3
Feb 2 to 6
Outline for - Industry and the Environment Project
Due first class after Easter Vacation
Locating Industrial Plants; Benefits and Risks
 Factors for location
 Safety requirements
 International standards
CAMPION
J. MARSHALL
CAPE CHEMISTRY UNIT 2
CALAENDER 2008 TO 2009
Reading / Research
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Websites
chemguide, ausetute, chemsoc,
etc.
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References
Research project
Related websites
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Date
Feb 9 to 13
Feb. 16 to
20
Feb 23 to
27
Mar. 2 to 6
Mar. 9 to
13
Mar 16 to
20
Mar 23 to
27
Mar. 30 to
Apr 3
Apr. 6 - 10
Apr. 13 -17
Apr. 20 -24
Apr. 27 -30
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Topic
Aluminium
 Production process
 Uses and physical & chemical properties
 Impact of industry on environment
Crude Oil
 Separation of components
 Uses of components
 Impact of industry on environment
Ammonia
 Haber Process
 Uses
 Impact of industry on environment
Ethanol
 Manufacture – fermentation and distillation
 Uses
 Social and economic impact
 Impact of industry on environment
Week of Ash Wednesday
Update on - Industry and the Environment Project
Due first class after Easter Vacation
Chlorine
 Electrolysis of brine using the diaphragm cell
 Economic advantage of diaphragm cell process
 Industrial importance of halogens
 Impact of chlor-alkali industry on environment
Sulphuric Acid
 Contact process
 Industrial importance of sulphur
 Impact of industry on environment
Water
 Water cycle
 Methods of water purification
 Dissolved oxygen
 Sources of water pollution
 Tests for water pollutants
 Sampling and analysis of water
The Atmosphere
 Ozone concentration
 CFCs
 Effect of ozone on human life
The Atmosphere
 CO2 balance – equilibrium, C cycle
 Green-house effect
 Global warming
 Photochemical smog
 Products of combustion
 Primary and secondary pollutants
 NOx – concenteration, N cycle
 Pollution – prevention and control
Solid Waste
 Reduce, reuse, recycle
 Methods of waste reduction
 Impact on terrestrial environment
Reading / Research
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Course notes, Worksheets,
Texts, References.
Research project
Related websites
Week of Good Friday
Week after Good Friday
Presentation – Project – Industry and the Environment
Pre-exam exam
J. MARSHALL
CAPE CHEMISTRY UNIT 2
CALAENDER 2008 TO 2009
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