Chemistry
Course Type: Board Developed Course (ATAR)
Units: 2
Prerequisites: Students must have achieved a B grade or higher in Year 10 Science and Mathematics. Students must have worked to 5.3 Mathematics outcomes in Year 10. A discussion with the Science Coordinator is necessary if you have not attained these grades.
Exclusions: N/A
The Chemistry Stage 6 Syllabus explores the structure, composition and reactions of and between all elements, compounds and mixtures that exist in the Universe. The discovery and synthesis of new compounds, the monitoring of elements and compounds in the environment, and an understanding of industrial processes and their applications to life processes are central to human progress and our ability to develop future industries and sustainability.
The course further develops an understanding of chemistry through the application of Working Scientifically skills. It focuses on the exploration of models, understanding of theories and laws, and examination of the interconnectedness between seemingly dissimilar phenomena.
Chemistry involves using differing scales, specialised representations, explanations, predictions and creativity, especially in the development and pursuit of new materials. It requires students to use their imagination to visualise the dynamic, minuscule world of atoms in order to gain a better understanding of how chemicals interact.
The Chemistry Course builds on students’ knowledge and skills developed in the Science Stage 5 Course and increases their understanding of chemistry as a foundation for undertaking investigations in a wide range of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related fields. A knowledge and understanding of chemistry is often the unifying link between interdisciplinary studies.
The course provides the foundation knowledge and skills required to study chemistry after completing school and supports participation in a range of careers in chemistry and related interdisciplinary industries. It is an essential discipline that currently addresses and will continue to address our energy needs and uses, the development of new materials and sustainability issues as they arise.
Modules in Year 11:
Module 1: Properties and structure of Matter
Module 2: Introduction to Quantitative Chemistry
Module 3: Reactive Chemistry
Module 4: Drivers of Reactions
Depth Study: 15 hrs
Modules in HSC
Module 5: Equilibrium and Acid Reactions
Module 6: Acid/base Reactions
Module 7: Organic Chemistry
Module 8: Applying Chemical Ideas
Depth Study: 15 hrs
HSC Exam
Requirements for Practical Investigations
Scientific investigations include both practical investigations and secondary-sourced investigations. Practical investigations are an essential part of the Year 11 Course and must occupy a minimum of 35 hours of course time, including time allocated to practical investigations in depth studies.
Practical investigations include:
Undertaking laboratory experiments, including the use of appropriate digital technologies
Fieldwork
Secondary-sourced investigations include:
Locating and accessing a wide range of secondary data and/or information
Using and reorganising secondary data and/or information
Ms Conlon - Demonstrating some senior chemistry concepts to an audience
University:
Bachelor Science
Bachelor Science Education
Bachelor Science - Chemistry
Bachelor Medicinal Chemistry
Bachelor Medical Science
Bachelor Biotechnology
Bachelor Biological Sciences
Bachelor Pharmacy
Bachelor Health Science
Bachelor Medical Labratory Science
Bachelor Science Psychology
Bachelor Health Science
Bachelor Science - Pathology
Careers:
Medicine
Dietetics
Physiotherapy
Engineering
Research
Analysis
Teaching
Environmental chemist
Manufacturing