Heather Adamski
Course Syllabus
Course Title: |
AP Chemistry |
Course Description/Topics Covered: |
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Grading Policy: |
60% Major Assessments (Tests, Projects) 40% Minor Assessments (Quizzes, Labs, Homework, Classwork) |
Homework Policy: |
Homework is assigned to reinforce classroom learning. Assignments are reviewed in class on the due date. Unless there are exceptional circumstances, late homework cannot be made up. |
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Course Description:
Chemistry covers a wide array of topics relating to the nature of matter. The theoretical and quantitative aspects of chemistry are stressed.
Topics Covered:
1. Atomic Structure
2. Matter and its Changes
3. Math in Science
4. Naming Compounds
5. Chemical Reactions
6. Stoichiometry
7. Gas Laws
8. The Electron
9. Periodic Table
10. Bonding
11. Nuclear Chemistry
12. Thermodynamics
13. Kinetics
14. Equilibrium
15. Acids and Bases
16. Electro Chemistry
17. Organic Chemistry
A portfolio of completed laboratory reports representing 1200 minutes of laboratory work is required before students take the June New York State Regents exam.
Grading Policy:
60% Major assessments (Tests)
40% Minor assessments (15% Quizzes, 15% Labs, 10% Homework & Classwork)
Homework Policy:
Homework is assigned to reinforce classroom learning when necessary. Assignments are reviewed in class on the due date. Unless there are exceptional circumstances, late homework cannot be made up.
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Course Title:
STEAM 1
Course Description/Topics Covered:
- Water Systems
- Alternative Energy Sources
- Flight/Space
- Medical and Engineering
- Sustainability
Grading Policy:
60% Major Assessments
40% Minor Assessments
Homework Policy:
Assignments are reviewed in class on the due date. Late homework is not accepted.