SCH3U

Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation

Course Title: Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation (SCH3U)
Course Name: Chemistry
Course Code: SCH3U
Grade: 11
Course Type: University Preparation
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: SNC2D, Science, Grade 10, Academic
Curriculum Policy Document: Science, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2008 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Science
Development Date: 2009
Most Recent Revision Date: 2012
Tuition Fee (CAD): $579

Course Title: Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation (SCH3U)
Course Name: Chemistry
Course Code: SCH3U
Grade: 11
Course Type: University Preparation
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: SNC2D, Science, Grade 10, Academic
Curriculum Policy Document: Science, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2008 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Science
Development Date: 2009
Most Recent Revision Date: 2012
Tuition Fee (CAD): $729

Course Title: Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation (SCH3U)
Course Name: Chemistry
Course Code: SCH3U
Grade: 11
Course Type: University Preparation
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: SNC2D, Science, Grade 10, Academic
Curriculum Policy Document: Science, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2008 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Science
Development Date: 2009
Most Recent Revision Date: 2012
Tuition Fee (CAD): $579

Course Description

This course enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society and the environment.

Summary Of Units And Timeline

Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. Please note that while the unit called “Scientific Investigation Skills and Career Exploration” is not listed below, however the specific expectations listed in this unit are threaded and incorporated within the delivery and assessment of the other five units. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the SCH3U course profile.

UNIT ONE: Matter, Periodic Trends, and Chemical Bonding

Essential Question: How can we use the periodic table to make sense of matter?
  • In this unit, students will investigate the physical and chemical properties and naming of elements and compounds. Students will use various methods to visually represent them. A more in-depth look at the atomic model and how subatomic particles impact the overall physical and chemical properties of each element will be performed.

UNIT TWO: Chemical Reactions

Essential Question: How can we make sense of the reactions of everyday substances?
  • In this unit, students will discover how to predict products of chemical reactions. Students will apply their knowledge and perform simulated laboratory experiments with the goal of producing a specific substance. Students will apply their understanding in analyzing Green Chemistry applications in industry and everyday life.

UNIT THREE: Mole and Reaction Stoichiometry

Essential Question: How can we measure what we cannot directly quantify?
  • In this unit, students will learn that chemistry deals with quantities of matter, measured in units of the gram or the litre or the “chemist’s dozen” – the mole. Stoichiometry is the chemist’s method of calculating quantities of matter needed for chemical reactions. Students will design and perform several simulated labs, each increasing in complexity leading up to a culminating activity in which they will design a lab to produce a specific amount of product.

UNIT FOUR: Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry

Essential Question: How do hot air balloons work?
  • In this unit, students will study gases to see how a theory of submicroscopic molecules can be used to explain macroscopic experimental observations. This understanding will be built through analysis of lab demonstrations and individual problem-solving tasks. Stoichiometry problems use the concept of the mole to compare quantities of substances in chemical equations – such quantities may include volumes of gases at various conditions of temperature and pressure. Through calculations and research, students will be able to explain the safety concerns involved with compressed gases and analyze applications related to atmospheric chemistry.

UNIT FIVE: Solutions, Solubility, Acids and Bases

Essential Question: What are we drinking?
  • In this unit, students will gain the knowledge base to explain why water is such a good solvent. Water is one of the most remarkable chemical substances. One of its most important properties is its ability to dissolve other substances to form aqueous solutions. Calculating the exact concentrations of solutions such as acids and bases is of critical importance to many healthcare professionals. Students will develop the skills to determine the concentration of a solution and its potential effect on the environment or the human body.

FINAL EXAM

Proctored Exam

30% of Final Grade
  • This exam is the final evaluation of SCH3U. All coursework should be completed and submitted before writing the final exam, please be advised that once the exam is written, any outstanding coursework will be given a grade of zero. The exam will be two hours. There are two options for taking the exam:
  • WRITE EXAM AT ELITE HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS: If you live close to Elite High School Campus, or if you attend Elite High School Campus, you can take your exam there. You will receive a confirmation email with next steps and exam information once your exam date is scheduled.The exam can be rescheduled or cancelled with a reasonable proof in case of a medical emergency.
  • USE EXAMITY PROCTORING SERVICE: For a fee of 22 USD*, students can arrange to take their exam in the comfort of their own home, at any time, on any day. Please select Examity Exam in the exam section of your course to set up your Examity profile and schedule your exam. Exams must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. *Price is subject to change.
  • Please email exams@elitehighschool.com if you need assistance.
Units Length

UNIT ONE: Matter, Periodic Trends, and Chemical Bonding

  21 hours

UNIT TWO: Chemical Reactions

 22 hours

UNIT THREE: Mole and Reaction Stoichiometry

 21 hours

UNIT FOUR: Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry

 23 hours

UNIT FIVE: Solutions, Solubility, Acids and Bases

 21 hours

FINAL EXAM

 2 hours
  Total: 110 hours