Part of The College Board

Advanced Placement Chemistry provides an orderly development of the fundamental concepts and principles of chemistry with an emphasis on inquiry and critical thinking skills including: problem solving, mathematical reasoning, and experimental investigations. The curriculum will cover the big ideas and enduring understandings outlined in the College Board Curriculum Framework with an in-depth study of such topics as thermodynamics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, kinetics, oxidation-reduction reactions and electrochemistry.

Some focus in this course include:

•   To hone student skills associated with proper scientific laboratory practices, data analysis, and scientific literacy.

•  To encourage the spirit of scientific investigation and with it the attitudes of accuracy in thought and work.