Chemistry
2012-2013 School Year
Full Year Course
11th – 12th Grade Recommended
1 Science Credit
Tuesday
Course Tutor:
Emily Smith
emilyfayesmith@comcast.net
Course Description:
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the Earth. (Gen 1:1)
Everything around us is a chemical reaction or the product of a chemical reaction, and that is God’s specific design. Please join us to explore the Lord’s marvelous creation through chemistry.
Chemistry class is a 1.5 hour class lasting a full year. This course examines the composition of various substances and the changes they go through. The class will consists of both lecture and laboratory experience. During the lab time the students will perform many types of experiments using standard laboratory equipment and basic chemicals. The students will learn the classification of matter; atomic structure; the use of the periodic table; chemical bonding and composition; structure of gases, liquids and solids; reaction of acids, bases and salts; and thermodynamics. The students will also learn to write a proper laboratory report. The students will be expected to do 1 to 1.5 hours of homework a day.
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Algebra 1 and Physical Science.
Course Fees:
Lab Fee: $30.00 will be billed by Teenworks
Copy Fee: $10.00 payable to tutor the first day of class.
Required Texts (Available through the Teenworks Resource Center):
- Exploring Creation with Chemistry 2nd Edition, Dr. Jay L. Wile, Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.
- Exploring Creation with Chemistry 2nd Edition Solutions and Test Book, Dr. Jay L. Wile, Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.
Required Supplies:
- A Scientific Calculator. Ex: Texas Instrument TI-30X, about $10.00 at Meijers
- 2″ 3-ring binder
- Set of 8-tab dividers
- Lined paper