Course Outline: Chemistry 30
Room: 129
Teacher:​ Mr. Andrew Bullen
Contact: ​ ​[email protected]
General Outcomes As per Alberta Program of Studies:
Students will…
● Explore organic compounds as a common form of matter.
● Describe chemical reactions of organic compounds.
● Determine and interpret energy changes in chemical reactions
● Explain and communicate energy changes in chemical reactions.
● Explain the nature of oxidation-reduction reactions
● Apply the principles of oxidation-reduction to electrochemical cells.
● Explain that there is a balance of opposing reactions in chemical equilibrium systems
● Determine quantitative relationships in simple equilibrium systems
As we go from chapter to chapter I will provide a breakdown of the specific outcomes you will be
tested on. The guide above and the ones I pass out will be excellent study tools.
Assessment:
Assessment category
Quizzes
Lab Reports/Assignments
Unit Tests
Homework
Weighting
25%
30%
40%
5%
Course Dates​:​ Feb 2017 - June 2017
Course Materials
● Textbook: Chemistry (Nelson). You will be assigned one textbook, which will be your
responsibility to keep in good repair, and bring to class everyday.
● Binder for loose-leaf lined paper and class handouts. Keep all your notes, and handouts
organized in your binder in the order by date.
● Pencils, erasers​, pens. MANY parts of this course will be much easier to do in pencil.
● Notebook for journaling and notes
● Calculator
General Calendar:​ ​All​ dates are subject to change; take this as a rough guideline
Unit
Chapters
MHR
Dates
Thermochemical
changes
9-11
February
Topics
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Enthalpy changes
Catalysts
Calorimetry
Molar enthalpy
(~25%)
Electrochemical
changes
12-13
March
Equilibrium
focusing on
acid-base
systems
14-15
April
● Electrochemical and redox reactions
● Electrochemical cells
● Redox stoichiometry
May
(~25%)
Lab:
Quiz: Mid March
Lab:
Unit Test: Early April
● Naming and drawing organic compounds
● Organic reactions
● Polymers
(~25%)
16-17
Quiz: Mid Feb
Unit Test: Early March
(~25%)
Chemical
Changes in
organic
compounds
Assessment
Quiz: Mid April
Lab:
Unit Test: Early May
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Equilibrium
Le Chatalier’s principle
Water ionization
Bronstead-Lowry acids and bases
Acid strength
Acid base curves
Quiz: Mid May
Lab:
Unit Test: Early June
Potentially Controversial Topics
● Chemistry 30 may cover topics that some find controversial. They will include, but may not be
limited to
o Environmental concerns
o Various topics within the oil and gas industry
Other topics not listed here may come up in class discussions. All controversial subjects will be taught
from a scientific basis, and any positions that are taken are not necessarily my personal positions, but
are those expressed by the scientific community. ​You are not expected to agree with any or all of
these positions, but it is expected that you learn them. Part of being an adult in todays highly
connected society is working with people who hold opinions, beliefs, and values different from your
own.
If you feel uncomfortable with these topics to the extent that you do not want to learn them, it is your
decision; however these topics will be on the final exam and if you do not learn these topics, you risk
not being able to succeed on this exam, and therefore this course.
General Expectations: How to Succeed in Chemistry 30
● Attendance:​ one of the most important factors for success. It is expected that you attend
every class with all your required materials​.
o If you miss class for any reason, it is your responsibility to catch up on the material
and coursework you missed. ​I will NOT be “cancelling” classes due to sports trips.
● Bell Work​: When you arrive into the classroom, take your seat and begin the Bell Work. The
Bell Work will cover vital topics, will prepare you for exams, and will give me information
about how well you all understand the material.
● Missed Exams​: ​If possible, provide notice of your absence so another time may be arranged. If
you do not make arrangements then we will make arrangements on your first day back.
● Due Dates:​ Assignments are due at the time noted on the classroom.
o If assignments are not digitally handed in at this time they will be marked as “not
handed in” on Maplewood and you will receive a mark of 0 until they are completed.
If the assignment remains incomplete, further measures will be taken.
● General Behaviour:​ You are expected to show respect to myself, Mrs. Lund, any substitute
teachers, and your classmates. When you are in class, you will not disrupt the learning
environment. Swearing and other foul language will not be tolerated in class.
● Electronics:​ Given the nature of this class, you will be using a lot more technology than you
may have in previous courses.​ ​During class, you may use your personal device WITH
PERMISSION ONLY! You may ask for permission to use your device for educational purposes or
if Mr. Bullen asks you to use your device. I will have very little patience for students wasting
time in such a demanding course and I will contact your parents if you make a problem out of
technology. We will spend a lot of time with Chromebooks and you are expected to take care
of your assigned Chromebook as if you owned it.
● Extra Help: ​If you require extra help, please make use of your SOLE time and speak with me so
I can do what I can to help you. You can also contact me through remind and we can arrange
extra sessions on Google Hangouts.
● Your learning is your responsibility​, if you attend class, pay attention, complete and hand in
your assignments on time, get extra help as required, and study for exams you can expect to
succeed in this course. ​Success is based on your decisions, and your effort.
Retesting and Redoing Assignments
● Take your tests seriously, and come in for extra help if you are having difficulty with the
material. SOLE time and study cafe are both great ways to do this. Rewrites may be
considered in extreme circumstances
● You will not be allowed to re-do most assignments. Re-dos will be given on a case by case
basis, and at my discretion.
Teaching Strategies
● Direct instruction with use of smartboard, diagrams, models, and other props as required.
● Demonstrations of concepts both live and videotaped
● Group work during labs to encourage teamwork and co-operation
● Class discussions led by instructor but also guided by student questions
● Frequent formative assessments to ensure student comprehension of material (bellwork)
● Think-Pair-Share activities to encourage student reflection and peer learning
● Kinaesthetic activities to help model curriculum materials (ex. population changes)
● Hands on activities of various types- building safe working environments is key here.
School & Class Code of Conduct
S.O.L.E.! (Respect for Self, Others, Learning, and Environment)
Respect Yourself: ​ Dress appropriately, be on time for school, class, and other activities, be ready to
learn, listen to instructions, staff, and others, talk positively - be polite, use language that represents
you in a positive way, celebrate and appreciate your uniqueness; be a leader.
Respect Others: ​ In all the same ways you respect yourself, put people up, not down, give
compliments, we do not accept teasing, taunting, shunning, excluding of others, or bullying, speak up
for others; it is important when you see something which is wrong that you use your voice to help,
being a quiet bystander is not okay, share and respect other people’s things; do not take others’
property without their permission
Respect Property​: Keep our school clean-we do not write on desks, lockers, walls, etc., clean up after
yourself, in your classroom, in the lunch area, and outside, take care of all school equipment; all
property needs to be respected, vandalism of any sort is unacceptable, follow the acceptable
computer use agreement which must be signed by all students and parents.
We work towards developing good character in our students such that they recognize right from
wrong and make decisions that support respectful behaviour. Students are supported in learning
problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, social skills, citizenship and empathy. These are
universal, human goods, and have been for millennia.