AP Chemistry

Course Description

“College Gen Chem assumes you took AP Chem in high school learn from my mistakes and take AP Chem!!!!”

- Megan Tepe, Huntley Class of 2017,Ohio State University


This is a first-year college level chemistry course. It is regulated by the College Board and prepares the students for the College Board AP Test. Students may receive college chemistry credit pending their score on the AP exam. This math based course focuses on a comprehensive review of Chemistry I, descriptive chemistry, solution chemistry, oxidation-reduction reactions, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, nuclear chemistry, organic chemistry, and qualitative analysis. Experiments will reinforce the units and problem solving is emphasized. It is highly recommended that the student has received a B or higher in Chemistry Honors and Algebra II. This class has an extended period and will include half of a lunch period along with the normal class period. Students are required to take the AP exam in May.




APChem Slide

Open to 11th and 12th grade students

Learning Format: Traditional

Course Length: Year

Credit: 1.5

Prerequisite: “C” or better in Chemistry Honors and Algebra II