Course Syllabus

 Welcome to Chemistry

Mr. Dugan

Ways to contact me:  tedugan@interact.ccsd.net

Office Hours:  Tuesday through Friday 13:25 - 14:00

Course Description:

This course is designed for those students who have successfully completed Algebra I and exhibit an interest in science, especially chemistry. Topics included are mathematics of chemistry, safety, laboratory procedures, properties of matter, atomic theory and structure, mole concept, chemical bonding, nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, kinetic molecular theory, states of matter, acids-bases-salts, equilibrium, thermochemistry, polymer chemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemistry of the environment, and career opportunities. Science, Technology and Society (STS) issues will be an integral part of this course. Additional topics may include history of chemistry, biochemistry, qualitative chemistry, and research projects. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one science credit toward high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance.

Important Course Dates:

• October 24, 2013 - End of Quarter 1.
• November 8, 2013 - Non-Proficient Juniors and Seniors, only.
  
• January 15 - 17, 2014 - Final Exams and end of Quarter 2 & Semester 1.
• March 3, 2014 - Sophomores and Non-Proficient Juniors and Seniors.
  
• March 21, 2014 - End of Quarter 3.
• April 28, 2014 - Non-Proficient Seniors, only.
  
• May 29 - 30, 2014 - Final Exams for Seniors in periods 5 and 6.
• June 2, 3, and 4, 2014 - Final Exams for all non-Seniors.
• June 4, 2014 - End of Quarter 4 and Semester 2.

 Grading Policy:

The grade for each quarter will be computed in the following manner:

• Formative items (used to assess progress in learning – practice materials used inside the module):
• 5% - Quizzes and other formative progress evaluations.
• 15% - Mini-labs and classroom assignments.

• Summative assessments (Items indicate mastery of the material and are done at the end of a module):
• 60% - Tests and other Summative Assessments.
• 20% - Lab reports, projects, and research papers.

        Semester grades will be calculated using this formula:

• First Quarter        40%                       
• Second Quarter   40%                       
• Semester Exam    20%

Tutoring Options:

If you find that you need help, and would like tutoring, you can make come by the classroom (323) Tuesday through Friday from 13:25 - 14:00.  I am not available on Mondays, due to school-wide staff meetings.  Check the classroom for days when I will not be available due to parent conferences or other meetings.

Required Resources, Books, eBook access, etc.

In this course you may want to access these online textbooks:  Textbooks

Course Expectations:

You can download a copy of the full course expectations by clicking here:  Chemistry Course Expectations 2013-2014

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