Science_Chemistry

Chemistry Department

Chemistry involves a study of the structures of molecules, the reactions they undergo and the forces, which drive these reactions. Emphasis will be given to the development of qualitative and quantitative methods in both lectures and labs. Students who plan to go on into any medical or science-related field need chemistry; it is part of the normal college-preparatory sequence. Several post-secondary institutions (including the University of Minnesota) require it as a prerequisite for the introductory chemistry course.

CHEMISTRY FACULTY WEBSITES
The links below will direct you to chemistry faculty websites.

Mr. Gary Busse
Ms. Sylvia Hoffstrom
Ms. Sarah Jamieson
Ms. Joyce Nordby

CHEMISTRY Year long – 83730T1
This general chemistry course is designed to explore the real-life applications of chemistry in everyday life; it is a “hands-on” course structured around real-life scenarios. Students will study topics such as: scientific communities, water, petroleum, etc. with an emphasis on real-life skills and applications. Students taking this course can expect to complete performance-based assessments such as: mock trials, designing original solutions to problems and creating original works that incorporate the chemistry principle learned in class. Participation in class discussions, working with others in a group, participation in laboratory activities and learning how to use research tools are key components of this course.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Grades 11, 12

CHEMISTRY – Advanced Year long – 83740T1
This college preparatory course stresses both the qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemistry. Students will
examine chemical principles in lab and discuss both theoretical and practical applications of these principles.
Prerequisite: Students in this course must be taking Algebra II/Trig concurrently
Grades 11, 12

CHEMISTRY – Honors Year long – 83750T1
This course covers the content of regular chemistry but at a faster pace and at greater depth. Some additional
topics, including some organic chemistry, will be introduced. Students in the honors level course should be capable of getting at least a B in a college prep or honors sequence math program. St. Mary’s University has approved Chemistry - Honors as part of its Program for Advanced College Credit (PACC). 11th and 12th grade students who take Chemistry - Honors and maintain a “C” average in this class may earn from St. Mary’s four college credits. These credits are transferable to approximately sixty other colleges and universities.
Prerequisite: Students in this course must be taking Algebra II/Trig-Adv or Analysis-Honors concurrently
Grade 10 (by department recommendation only), 11, 12

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY Year long – 83760T1
AP Chemistry is a year long course designed to cover the topics introduced in a first year college
Chemistry course. A college level textbook is used, chemical calculations are more involved and laboratory work
is of a greater variety. The course seeks to enable students to succeed in a first year college chemistry course
or to have the opportunity to take other science courses where a first year course is a prerequisite. Due to the
amount of material on the AP exam, students will be required to do chemistry work in the summer. This work
will be done on-line through the University of Texas and Moodle. Help sessions will be offered throughout the
summer.
Prerequisite: Honors Physical Science or Accelerated Science.
Requisite: Students in this course must be taking Analysis-Honors or Analysis-Advanced or have instructor’s approval.
Grade 10 (by department recommendation only), 11, 12

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