Chemistry is a science course generally for grades 11 and 12, and is worth 1 credit. Chemistry is the study of the composition of matter and changes in composition with topics including atomic structure, chemical and physical changes, periodic table, chemical bonding, formulas, equations, solutions, ionization, acids, bases, salts, and radioactivity. Math problems dealing with equations are required. Work consists of lectures, demonstrations, and lab work. This course is provided for those students planning to continue a post high school education such as technical training, nursing, school, college, etc. This course will meet the requirements if lab science for college entrance. The math work and lab work will not be as involved as Honors Chemistry.
There will be a $20 fee for lab equipment, and students must sign a safety contract.