Chemistry, Grade 11
University Preparation SCH3U
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment. Prerequisite: Science, Grade 10, Academic
Big Ideas
Matter, Chemical Trends, and Chemical Bonding
Every element has predictable chemical and physical properties determined by its structure. The type of chemical bond in a compound determines the physical and chemical properties of that compound. It is important to use chemicals properly to minimize the risks to human health and the
environment.
Chemical Reactions
Chemicals react in predictable ways. Chemical reactions and their applications have significant implications for society and the
environment.
Quantities in Chemical Reactions
Relationships in chemical reactions can be described quantitatively. The efficiency of chemical reactions can be determined and optimized by applying
an understanding of quantitative relationships in such reactions.
Solutions and Solubility
Properties of solutions can be described qualitatively and quantitatively, and can be redicted. Living things depend for their survival on the unique physical and chemical properties of water. People have a responsibility to protect the integrity of Earth’s water resources.
Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry
Properties of gases can be described qualitatively and quantitatively, and can be predicted. Air quality can be affected by human activities and
technology. People have a responsibility to protect the integrity of Earth’s atmosphere.
Assessment and Evaluation:
According to Ministry policy the primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. It will be based upon
the Provincial curriculum expectation and the achievement levels outlined in the secondary curriculum policy documents.
Assessment is the process of gathering information from a variety of sources such as assignments, demonstrations, projects, learning skills, etc.
Evaluation is the process of judging the value of the student’s work on the basis of established criteria and assigning a value to represent that quality.
Types of Assessment and Evaluations Activities:
Assessment and evaluation methodologies will include various formative and summative strategies in an attempt to accurately reflect how well a student is achieving the curriculum expectations. Such strategies may include: assignments, quizzes, tests, worksheets, research assignments, presentations, projects, lab reports, discussions, examinations, checklists, and rubrics.
Note: The provincial report card separates the evaluation of curriculum expectations from leaning skills.
Learning Skills:
A student’s ability to work with others, to attend class regularly, to be punctual, and keep up with the work and maintain an accurate and complete notebook is very important and has an impact on how well you perform. The report card allows these skills to be recorded for public record.
Therefore, teachers will continue to record information on these skills and assign a value to them for the report card.
Course Evaluation:
The course evaluation is based on the consistency agreement, and is as follows:
Knowledge and Understanding 25%
Thinking and Inquiry 20%
Communication 10%
Making Connections 15%
SUMMATIVE EVALUATIONS
Performance Task 10%
Final Exam 20%
Late marks will be deducted at 5% per day to a maximum of 25%. If the assignment is handed in after the same assignment has been returned to the
class a completion mark may be assigned depending on the circumstances. If you miss the scheduled day for a presentation assignment, a zero will be given for the presentation without proper documentation.
University Preparation SCH3U
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment. Prerequisite: Science, Grade 10, Academic
Big Ideas
Matter, Chemical Trends, and Chemical Bonding
Every element has predictable chemical and physical properties determined by its structure. The type of chemical bond in a compound determines the physical and chemical properties of that compound. It is important to use chemicals properly to minimize the risks to human health and the
environment.
Chemical Reactions
Chemicals react in predictable ways. Chemical reactions and their applications have significant implications for society and the
environment.
Quantities in Chemical Reactions
Relationships in chemical reactions can be described quantitatively. The efficiency of chemical reactions can be determined and optimized by applying
an understanding of quantitative relationships in such reactions.
Solutions and Solubility
Properties of solutions can be described qualitatively and quantitatively, and can be redicted. Living things depend for their survival on the unique physical and chemical properties of water. People have a responsibility to protect the integrity of Earth’s water resources.
Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry
Properties of gases can be described qualitatively and quantitatively, and can be predicted. Air quality can be affected by human activities and
technology. People have a responsibility to protect the integrity of Earth’s atmosphere.
Assessment and Evaluation:
According to Ministry policy the primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. It will be based upon
the Provincial curriculum expectation and the achievement levels outlined in the secondary curriculum policy documents.
Assessment is the process of gathering information from a variety of sources such as assignments, demonstrations, projects, learning skills, etc.
Evaluation is the process of judging the value of the student’s work on the basis of established criteria and assigning a value to represent that quality.
Types of Assessment and Evaluations Activities:
Assessment and evaluation methodologies will include various formative and summative strategies in an attempt to accurately reflect how well a student is achieving the curriculum expectations. Such strategies may include: assignments, quizzes, tests, worksheets, research assignments, presentations, projects, lab reports, discussions, examinations, checklists, and rubrics.
Note: The provincial report card separates the evaluation of curriculum expectations from leaning skills.
Learning Skills:
A student’s ability to work with others, to attend class regularly, to be punctual, and keep up with the work and maintain an accurate and complete notebook is very important and has an impact on how well you perform. The report card allows these skills to be recorded for public record.
Therefore, teachers will continue to record information on these skills and assign a value to them for the report card.
Course Evaluation:
The course evaluation is based on the consistency agreement, and is as follows:
Knowledge and Understanding 25%
Thinking and Inquiry 20%
Communication 10%
Making Connections 15%
SUMMATIVE EVALUATIONS
Performance Task 10%
Final Exam 20%
Late marks will be deducted at 5% per day to a maximum of 25%. If the assignment is handed in after the same assignment has been returned to the
class a completion mark may be assigned depending on the circumstances. If you miss the scheduled day for a presentation assignment, a zero will be given for the presentation without proper documentation.