CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF EASTERN ONTARIO
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE TITLE: Grade 11 Chemistry, University Preparation
COURSE CODE: SCH 3U
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: University
REQUIRED PREREQUISITE: SNC 2D
NUMBER OF SCHEDULED
HOURS: 110
INSTRUCTOR: R. Chmara, J. Ball
WRITER: R. Chmara
DATE OF PREPARATION: Feb 2007
MINISTRY GUIDELINES: The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, Science
TEXTS: Nelson 11 Chemistry
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course focuses on the concepts and theories that form the basis of modern chemistry. Students will study the behaviours of solids, liquids, gases and solutions; investigate changes and relationships in chemical systems; and explore how chemistry is used in developing new products and processes that affect our lives and our environment. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of chemistry in other branches of science.
UNITS OF STUDY: (not necessarily in order)
Matter and Chemical Bonding
Quantities in Chemical Reactions
Solutions and Solubility
Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry
Hydrocarbons and Energy
COURSE EXPECTATIONS:
Matter and Chemical Bonding
· Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between periodic tendancies, types of chemical bonding, and properties of inoic and molecular compounds.
· Carry out laboratory studies of chemical reactions, analyse chemical reactions in terms of the type of reaction and the reactivity of starting chemicals, and use appropriate symbols and formulae to represent the structure and bonding of chemical substances.
· Describe how an understanding of matter and its properties can lead to the production of useful substances and new technologies
Quantities in Chemical Reactions
· Demonstrate an understanding of the mole concept and its significance in the analysis of chemical systems
· Carry out experiments and complete calculations based on quantitative relationships in balanced chemical reactions
· Demonstrate an awareness of the importance of quantitative chemical relationships in the home or in industry
Solutions and Solubility
· Demonstrate an understanding of the properties of solutions, the concept of concentration, and the importance of water as a solvent
· Carry out experiments and other laboratory procedures involving solutions, and solve quantitative problems involving solutions
· Relate a scientific knowledge of solutions and solubility to everyday applications, and explain how environmental water quality depends on the concentrations of a variety of dissolved substances.
Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry
· Demonstrate an understanding of the laws that govern the behaviour of gases
· Investigate through experimentation the relationships among the pressure, volume, and temperature of a gas, and solve problems involving quantity of substance in moles, molar mass, and volumes and the gas laws.
· Describe how knowledge of gases has helped to advance technology, and how such technological advances have led to a better understanding of environmental phenomena and issues.
Hydrocarbons and Energy
· Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and properties of hydrocarbons, especially with respect to the energy changes that occur in their combustion
· Describe and investigate the properties of hydrocarbons and apply calorimetric techniques to the calculation of energy changes
· Evaluate the impact of hydrocarbons on our quality of life and the environment through an examination of some of their uses.
This course seeks to further the achievement of Catholic Graduate expectations through integratingScripture, Catholic Church teaching, and moral and ethical reflection. Students are encouraged to become discerning believers who integrate faith with life. Students develop their decision-making skills by informing their conscience and critically reflecting on the spiritual, moral, and ethical dimensions of issues raised in the course. In addition, as informed Catholic citizens, students acknowledge and accept their responsibility as stewards of the earth and use their knowledge to address pressing environmental issues. Finally, by examining the reactivity of compounds found in nature, students develop a wonder of creation, a respect for the environment, and a need for the wise use of resources.( Course Profile)
COURSE EVALUATION:
Course Assessment
Student Achievement will be based on the achievement chart categories outlined below and in individual demonstration for specific expectations. Achievement chart categories will be posted in the classroom for greater awareness and understanding of assessment. All major assignments will be evaluated using levels. Grades will be determined using the students’ most consistent and most recent level of achievements. For the purposes of reporting, the percentages grade range will correspond to the following levels as defined by the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario:
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Level |
Mark Code |
Level |
Mark Code |
Level |
Mark Code |
Level |
Mark Code |
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4++ 4+ 4 4- |
98/ 100 94 86/ 90 82 |
3+ 3 3- |
79 75 72 |
2+ 2 2- |
69 65 62 |
1+ 1 1- |
59 55 52 |
The achievement chart identifies four categories of knowledge and skills in Science: Knowledge, Thinking and Inquiry, Communication and Application. The achievement chart provides a standard province-wide method for teachers to use in assessing and evaluating their students’ achievement. Each achievement chart has descriptions of the levels of achievement for each of the four categories of knowledge and skills. Level three is the provincial standard; level four indicated a level of aptitude beyond the standard; level two indicates the student is slightly below provincial standard; and level one indicates a limited understanding of material. The achievement chart helps determine, towards the end of the course, the student’s most consistent level of achievement of the curriculum expectations as reflected in his or her course work.
POLICIES
Late Assignment
If a student fails to submit a summative assignment on the due date they will receive a completion contract. They will renegotiate a new due date with the subject teacher. The student will have their parent sign the contract and return it to the teacher the next day. If the contract is not returned, the classroom teacher will phone the parent. If the assignment gets submitted on the new date, the student will receive a grade. If not, the student will report to study hall and the parent will be notified. If completed at a passable level, the assignment will receive a “pass”.
If a student cheats on a test or plagiarizes a summative assignment, they will have to re-do the work in a supervised setting at their teacher’s convenience. The parent will be notified and the vice-principal will create a file to track the incident. Should a second incident occur in any class, the student will receive a suspension and a grade of zero for that assignment.
A Culminating Activity provides an opportunity for students to synthesize and demonstrate the full breadth of their understanding of overall expectations. The task is completed over more than one class period, involves all four categories of the achievement chart, and is authentic and related to the “real world”. Student work to be assessed must demonstrate individual achievement.
70% SUMMATIVE EVALUATION 30% CULMINATION
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Knowledge/Understanding |
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Culminating Activity |
15 % |
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Inquiry |
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Final Examination |
15 % |
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Communication |
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Making Connections |
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100% TOTAL
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
1. Come to class with a notebook, textbook, pen, pencil, paper, and scientific calculator.
2. Be on time for class. Being late for class may merit a detention. Chronic lateness will be dealt with by Administration.
3. Come to class wearing a complete uniform, as outlined under the school uniform guidelines. Uniform issues will be dealt with by administration. Your return to class will be considered a late for attendance purposes.
4. Keep the classroom in order; i.e. no writing on desks, no food, no school bags or jackets, and no interference with possessions of others.
5. It is your responsibility to catch up on all missed work due to absence. Missed labs/activities will be made up on the students’ time the day of students’ return or at a time convenient for the teacher.
6. There is no talking during a test or quiz. Talking during this time period, even if you are finished will result in a zero.
7. Test days are important. There are no chances to re-write a test for illegitimate absences. If you’ll be missing a scheduled test day for a school approved activity arrangement must be made in advance to schedule an alternate time to write the test.
8. Computer printing problems is not acceptable as a legitimate reason for late assignments, If such a situation should occur, the student must present either a hand-written assignment or a computer disc that the teacher can read on a computer compatible with the Notre Dame computer system. This must be done on the day the assignment is due.
9. Ask for help when experiencing difficulty. I am always willing to help. Arrangements can be made for help at lunch hour or after school
I, ______________________________ (student) have read and understood the expectations outlined in the Grade 11 University Chemistry Outline.
Parents/Guardians: Please be aware of the expectations set for your son/daughter in this course. If you would like to keep in touch with me on a regular basis, or would appreciate being kept informed of what is happening in the course, please attach an email address where I can contact you . If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at NDCHS: 253-4700 or email me at ruth.chmara@cdsbeo.on.ca
Sincerely,
Ruth Chmara
Parent/Guardian Signature : _____________________________
Date: ______________________________________________
Daytime Phone Number: _______________________________
Comments:
Notre Dame Catholic High School Extension Contract
SAMPLE
STUDENT NAME ______________________
COURSE ______________________________
The following work has not been handed in _________________________________
The original due date _________________________
New date for submission ______________________
*Once this new date is negotiated, the student agrees to submit this work on that date to receive a grade of zero or the student will attend study hall until the assignment is completed at a passable level.
*The student understands that failure to hand in any of the summative assignments in this course will result in the inability to demonstrate some course expectations, which may result in the loss of credit.
STUDENT SIGNATURE _______________________________
TEACHER SIGNATURE _______________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE _____________________