Level 2 Chemistry
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Townshend.
Level 2 Chemistry
Chemistry is about understanding the properties of different substances and how these substances can change. Chemistry allows us to predict how substances may alter when the surrounding conditions change, or how they may react to form new substances, and to explain why this happens. Chemists are continually changing matter into new and more useful forms. Chemistry goes on continuously, all around us. Chemists and students who study chemistry use their understanding of atoms, molecules and ions - particles that are too tiny to be seen with our eyes - to explain and predict the properties and behaviour of different materials.
Prerequisite:
It is recommended that attained a Merit grade in the Year 11 Diploma Science Chemistry assessment and passed all parts of the Science course.
Outline of Course:
Students will come to understand and appreciate the material component of their environment by investigating the structure of chemicals, and how they react. The course is an excellent introduction to chemistry as a new discipline. It is activity based and encourages the development of good practical and thinking skills which form the basis of many careers. Calculations and pattern recognition are integral parts of the course so confidence in mathematics is an advantage. This course leads on to Year 13 Chemistry.
Topics Covered
* Bonding, Structure, Properties and Energy changes
* Chemical Analysis including Chemical Calculations
* Equilibrium Systems and Reaction Rate
* Organic Chemistry, Reduction and Oxidation
Subject Costs
Revision booklet $17
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 13 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
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