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Chemistry B Self-Paced

Students explore the properties of matter and the changes matter undergoes. Students will understand how atomic structure and electron configurations impact chemical reactions and will learn how to complete a variety of problems related to chemical reactions, thermochemistry, gas behavior, and acids and bases.

Course topics include:

  • Chemical Reactions
  • Stoichiometry
  • Gases
  • Thermochemistry
  • Kinetics
  • Equilibrium
  • Acids and Bases

About the Self-Paced Course Model

Self-Paced courses are designed for students who need flexibility in their academic schedule. Teachers answer questions and interact with students in Private Topics, provide feedback on work, and host weekly office hours. Students work independently on course activities; the course does not include class discussion assignments or other collaborative work.

This course has start dates on each Wednesday throughout the year. Students must maintain enrollment for a minimum of 4 weeks and have up to 16 weeks to complete all assignments in the course. It is expected that students will work for approximately 90 hours to complete this course, though the amount of time may vary depending on a student’s work habits and comfort with the material.

Acknowledgements

  • Algebra 2
  • Successful completion of Chemistry A.
  • Students should confirm that their high school will accept this course for credit recovery before registering for this course.
  • I acknowledge that this is a self-paced course.
  • This course does not require purchase of a lab kit. Students will complete virtual lab activities and hands-on activities that use common household materials (list found in additional requirements field).
  • This course contains an end-of-course proctored exam. Instructions for students to identify an appropriate adult proctor are included in the course lessons.

Course Objectives

Course Learning Objectives

  • Analyze chemical equations and reactions.
  • Understand and apply the structure of the periodic table.
  • Apply concepts of stoichiometry solve problems.
  • Understand and apply Gas Laws to varied problems.
  • Explore the concepts of thermochemistry.
  • Solve problems related to pH and pOH.

Additional Requirements

Students will use a number of common materials to complete hands-on activities:

  • Insulated cups (polystyrene foam or other insulation material)
  • Beaker or device to measure liquid
  • Thermometer
  • Water