River Forest High School 2014-15
Chemistry I
Course Description and Classroom Procedures
Contact info:
Mr. Brooks (B.S. Governors State University 2001, M.A. Concordia
University 2012)
Room 101
tbrooks@rfcsc.k12.in.us
Introduction
Chemistry I is a college prep class and deals with topics such as matter, atomic
structure, chemical bonding, radioactivity, chemical composition, reactions,
behavior of gases, and acids/bases. Laboratory experiments will be performed
to reinforce concepts and principles discussed in the classroom. Mathematical
principles and problem solving skills are applied to many concepts. This course
will provide the student with an adequate background for enrollment in college
level chemistry, should the student need that class at a later time. Please
familiarize yourself with the following information which will help you succeed in
this class!
Textbook/Resources
Chemistry: Matter and Change Glencoe Science 2008
Learning Goals
1. This course will focus on nine chemistry standards required by the state
of Indiana which will appear on the midterm & final exams (Student Learning
Objective, or SLO).
Instructional Methods
*lecture
*demonstrations
*discussion
*hands-on lab exercises
*computer virtual labs
*testing(chapter/unit & vocabulary quizzes/SLO practice & review)
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Daily Routine
1. Go over plan for the day and assignment due dates/quiz and test dates
2. Go over previous quiz/test/homework
3. Topic of the Day
*introduction, presentation, & guided practice
4. Homework Assignment
Required Materials
*textbook (can be kept in room)
*3-ring binder (can be kept in room)
*pencil and pen (not red)
*paper
*scientific calculator
Attendance
*You are tardy if you are not in the room & prepared to begin class when the
bell sounds
*Arriving to class “pass-less” >5 minutes after the bell is truancy and will result
in referral to the office for a class suspension.
Passes
*Passes will be issued for “emergencies” only at the teacher’s discretion, but
do not plan on taking care of personal errands during class time
General Behavior Guidelines and Classroom Procedures
*All rules and procedures outlined in the current edition of the student
handbook, this handout, and the Lab Safety Agreement will be followed
*Electronic devices such as cell phones, Ipods, etc. are not to be “on, seen,
or heard” in the classroom
*Set high personal goals
*Take responsibility for your actions
*Show respect for your fellow students
*Show respect for the instructor
*Show respect for the room and its contents
*Stay attentive, alert & awake during class
*Stay in your assigned seat until the bell rings
*Respectfully wait your turn to interact and question
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*Gum chewing and “discreet” drinking of water is permitted in the classroom
area; no eating or drinking of any kind is allowed in the lab area
*Appropriate clothing (including closed shoes) are required during lab
experiments
*Cheating is not tolerated. Your grade will be reduced or you may receive a
zero
*Consequences for inappropriate behavior include: warning, parent
contact, detention, work detail, removal from class, suspension from
class, or referral to school administration
Homework
*All assignments, quiz dates, and test dates are listed on the screen,
chalkboard, and on the class website
*Late homework assignments are not accepted for credit.
*Assignments are due at the beginning of the period unless otherwise
directed
*Be sure to preview, read, and reread each chapter section as it is covered
Binders
*The following is to be placed in your binder & stored on the class shelf:
Dividers labeled as:
a. Notes (chapter objective sheet & chapter student notes)
b. Labs (signed copy of lab safety contract & chapter labs)
c. Homework (chapter worksheets/handouts)
d. signed copy of the class procedures(this document)
e. extra paper
*Do not remove any items from your binder until the end of a grading period
*At the end of each quarter, I will provide storage for all notes, labs, and
homework from the previous grading period
Tests
*Given the next class day following the last homework discussion day
*Reminders will be sent out via email
*Be aware of the test schedule in case you are absent. You should be
prepared to take the test if one is scheduled the day you return. Students
often end up receiving a lower grade if they put off taking the test.
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Grading
Quarter grades:
*Examinations & Quizzes 40%
*Lab Reports & Quizzes 40%
*Classwork & Homework 20%
(including binder)
100.-99.5%
99.4-91.5%
91.4-89.5%
89.4-87.5%
87.4-81.5%
81.4-79.5%
Semester Grades:
1st 9 weeks 40%
2nd 9 weeks 40%
Final Exam 20%
Grading Scale:
A+
A
AB+
B
B-
79.4-77.5%
77.4-71.5%
71.4-69.5%
69.4-67.5%
67.4-61.5%
61.4-59.5%
C+
C
CD+
D
D-
59.4-.000% F
Make-up Work
*Because of the intensity of this course, make-up work should be completed
as soon as possible so that you do not fall further behind
* A zero will be recorded on Harmony until the makeup assignment is
completed and turned in for grading
*Help is available before school, during lunch and my prep period.
*If you intend to be absent for several days, please contact the school for
an assignment list
Labs
1. It is my philosophy that laboratory work is an integral part of any
chemistry course. We will be performing approximately 9 or more labs over
the school year.
2. Lab handouts will be provided for each lab. It is the student’s
responsibility to read over the lab and complete all pre-lab assignments that
are required.
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Content Outline
Semester 1:
Unit 1 -- Chapter 1--Introduction to Chemistry
Chapter 3--Scientific Measurement
Chapter 2--Matter and Change
Unit 2 -- Chapter 4—Atomic Structure
Chapter 25--Nuclear Chemistry
Unit 3 -- Chapter 5--Electrons in Atoms
Chapter 6--The Periodic Table
Unit 4 -- Chapter 7--Ionic and Metallic Bonding
Chapter 8--Covalent Bonding
Chapter 22/23--Hydrocarbon Compounds
Semester 1 Midterm Exam
Semester 2:
Unit 5 -- Chapter 9--Chemical Names and Formulas
Chapter 19--Acids & Bases
Unit 6 -- Chapter 11--Chemical Reactions
Chapter 20--Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
Unit 7 -- Chapter 10--Chemical Quantities
Chapter 12--Stoichiometry
Unit 8 -- Chapter 13--States of Matter
Unit 9 -- Chapter 17--Thermochemistry
Unit 10 -- Chapter 15--Water and Aqueous Systems--Enrichment Unit
Chapter 16--Solutions--Enrichment Unit
Chapter 18--Reaction Rates and Equilibrium--Enrichment Unit
Unit 11 -- Chapter 19--Acids & Bases--Enrichment Unit
Semester 2 Final Exam (SLO)
Indiana Chemistry Standards
Standard 1: Properties and States of Matter
1. Describe the nature of physical and chemical properties and changes of
matter.
2. Compare and contrast states of matter at the molecular level.
Standard 2: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
1. Describe how the properties and arrangements of the subatomic particles
contribute to the structures of atoms.
2. Describe how the structure of the periodic table reflects the numbers of
electrons and protons and the configuration of electrons in an atom.
Standard 3: Bonding and Molecular Structure
1. Describe how the configuration of electrons within an atom determines its
interactions with other atoms.
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2. Describe the attractive forces among molecules and their effect on
chemical and physical properties.
Standard 4: Reactions and Stoichiometry
1. Use balanced chemical equations and the mole concept to determine the
quantities of reactants and products.
Standard 5: Behavior of Gases
1. Using the kinetic molecular theory, describe and explain the behavior of
ideal gases.
2. Using the ideal gas equation of state PV = nRT, examine the relationship
among the number of moles, volume, pressure and temperature for ideal
gases.
Standard 6: Thermochemistry
1. Recognize that chemical reactions result in either the release or
absorption of energy.
2. Apply the law of conservation of energy.
Standard 7: Solutions
1. Describe the composition and characteristics of solutions.
2. Identify the factors that qualitatively affect solubility, reaction rates and
dynamic equilibrium.
Standard 8: Acids and Bases
1. Use acid-base definitions to identify acids and bases when given their
formulas and reactions.
2. For any aqueous solution, explain the meaning of the value indicated by the
pH scale in terms of the hydrogen ion concentration.
Standard 9: Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
1. Describe the unique nature of carbon atoms’ ability to bond to one another
and other elements, which forms countless carbon-based substances and
macromolecules.
Student Acknowledgement
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with all of the classroom rules
and requirements.
_______________________
____________
(Student’s signature)
(Date)
Parent Acknowledgement
I have reviewed the rules and requirements for this class.
_________________________
(Parent signature)
_____________
(Date)
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