CHEMISTRY 30 COURSE OUTLINE

Program Overview

The themes of change, energy and systems are central in Chemistry 30. Equilibrium and matter are subordinate themes that are also addressed. The components of a system, which may be a collection of substances or processes, influence each other by the transfer of energy and matter. Changes to one part result in changes to other parts of the system. In a system at equilibrium, opposing reactions are balanced.

This diploma level course is the second and final course of a program designed for students intending to pursue further academic studies at the postsecondary level. Chemistry 30 consists of three units of study:

• Unit 1: Thermochemical Changes - Energy as heat is most commonly absorbed or released in chemical reactions. Thermochemistry is the study of these heat changes. Changes in physical and nuclear systems are briefly explored for comparison.
• Unit 2: Electrochemical Changes - Changes in electrochemical systems are examined, oxidation-reduction reactions are analyzed, and the energy and matter involved are quantified.
• Unit 3: Equilibrium, Acids and Bases in Chemical Changes - The focus is on chemical systems at equilibrium. Few chemical reactions proceed in only one direction; most are somewhat reversible. Chemical systems involving acids and bases are studied as examples of chemical changes at equilibrium.

Prerequisites

• Successful completion of "Orientation to Online Learning"
• 50% or greater in Chemistry 20.

Required Resources

• Nelson Chemistry - Provided
• Calculator

General Expectations

• Students must complete their course with in the time limits specified by their instructor.
• Instructors will provide completion dates for assignments, quizzes, and exams on the calendar within each course. Since these dates reflect the time needed to complete each section of the course, it is critical that meet all deadlines. Students are required to contact their instructor regarding any changes to these deadlines. Assignments that are not submitted by the deadline will be assessed a mark of 0 (zero).
• Students that fail to meet their course deadlines, even for a short period, may be required to meet with the administration to discuss their progress.
• Students must maintain regular contact with their instructor via the communication tools provided in their course. A minimum of two contacts per week is expected.
• Revelation Online is a "virtual" school. Students are expected to participate in chat and discussion sessions designated by the instructor. Chat sessions will be posted on the course calendar.
• Technical issues will occur and are not an excuse for late or missing assignments. Students are expected to manage their time so that minor delays due to technical problems do not result in missing deadlines. Students are expected to contact Technical Support if they experience technical problems.

Technical Skills and Equipment Requirements

• Students must have internet access. A high speed connection, either ADSL or cable, is necessary in some courses.
• Skill in using a web browser to navigate the web to locate educational resources and download files.
• File management skills necessary to create directories, save files, and retrieve files.
• Ability to use email to send messages and attachments.
• A Java enabled browser, either Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape Communicator 6.0 or higher.
• Word processor such as Microsoft Office or OpenOffice.

Face-to-Face Requirements

• Students are required to write two exams (mid-term and final) at the testing centre located at the Revelation Online Centre.
• Students may be required to attend appointments with the school councilor if their progress becomes a problem.

Evaluation

• 30% Unit Work (quizzes, assignments, online tests)
• 10% Participation
• 30% Midterm
• 30% Final

Final Mark

This is a Diploma Examination course. The final mark for this course is based on: the average of the school-awarded mark and the Provincial Diploma Exam mark. For students with mature status, the final mark is determined by either the blended mark (school-awarded mark plus Provincial Diploma Exam mark) or the Provincial Exam mark only, depending on which is the highest mark.