Course Prerequisites:

• Algebra I -Must have passed.

• Physical Science-- Recommended

Equipment Required:

• Scientific Calculator with Trigonometric functions

• Text:  Introductory Chemistry A Foundation, Zumdahl 8th ed. (Provided) Book Cover Recommended ebook

• Lab Notebook (can purchase from the school)

• Composition Notebook

• Red Marking Pen

Grading Policy:

Quarter grades will be determined as follows:

     15%- Class Participation, journal entries and homework

      35%- Labs

      50% will be based on tests, and self-assessments.

Late Work:

• Late homework assignments will not be accepted

• Late lab reports or presentations will decrease by half by each day.  Will not
  be accepted after one week after due date.

Outline

Chapter 1 Introduction and the Scientific Method

Chapter 2 Measurements and Calculations

Chapter 3 Matter and Energy

Chapter 4 Elements, Atoms, and Ions

Chapter 5 Nomenclature

Chapter 6 Chemical Reactions

Chapter 7 Reactions in Aqueous Solutions

Chapter 8 Chemical Composition

Chapter 9 Chemical Quantities

Chapter 10 Modern Atomic Theory

Chapter 11 Chemical Bonding

Chapter 12 Gases

Chapter 13 Liquids and Solids

Chapter 14 Solutions

Chapter 15 Acids and Bases

Chapter 16 Equilibrium

Chapter 17 Oxidation-Reduction Reactions

Chapter 18 Radioactivity and Nuclear Energy