Course Descriptors

2017 - 2018
Semester 2

Chemistry
Mathayom 5
 EIP Mathayom Course Outline
Second Semester
Subject: Chemistry Department: Science
Grade: Mathayom 5 Course Code: SC32223
Periods: 4 Credit: 2

Chemistry is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquisition of
practical and investigational skills. It is called the central science, as chemical principles underpin
both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems. Apart from being a
subject worthy of study in its own right, chemistry is a prerequisite for many other courses in
higher education, such as medicine, biological science and environmental science, and serves as
useful preparation for employment.

The course has been written in line with the chemistry curriculum from the Ministry of
Education. It is the fourth semester of a three year (6 Semesters) course designed to cover and
surpass all standards and benchmarks set out for upper Mathayom chemistry. The purpose of
the course is not only to impart basic knowledge of chemistry, but to allow the students to see
the world as a chemist and apply chemical knowledge in everyday applications. Additionally, the
course will instruct on the future of chemistry and open the students imaginations to the
possibility of contributing powerfully to the world through application of chemical principles.

Course Aims:

1. Develop a logical, analytical and inquisitive approach to laboratory based investigation

2. Follow the steps of the scientific method to construct, analyse and answer questions
3. Conduct investigations and research to test and prove hypotheses
4. Develop skills in manipulating formulae to make calculations for chemical processes.
5. Question previously understood scientific ideas and investigate modern scientific models
6. Apply knowledge of chemistry to everyday situations

The syllabus for the BCC chemistry course is divided into six semesters. The Chemistry data
booklet is an integral part of the syllabus and will be used in conjunction with the syllabus.
Students should use the data booklet during the course, and they will be issued with clean
copies of it for the examinations.
References:
Chemistry for the IB Diploma Course Book, 2nd Edition. Steve Owen. Cambridge University Press.
Independent work 1: Solution chemistry & Reactions in Solutions

Topic 6: Kinetics (Chapter 6)

Topic 7: Equilibrium (Chapter 7)

Topic 8: Acids and Bases (Chapter 8)

Independent work 2: Organic and Analytical Chemistry 1

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Independent work 1: Solution chemistry & Reactions in Solutions

Solutions
Solute
Solvent
Solution Formation
Solvation and Dissociation
Saturated and Supersaturated Solutions
Measuring Concentration
Solving Using PPM (Parts Per Million)
Molarity
Molality
Percent Concentration
Dilution Calculations
Osmolarity
Factors Affecting Solubility
Solubility Graphs
Colligative Properties
Separating Mixtures
Reactions Between Ions in Solutions
Stoichiometry of Reactions Between Ions in Solutions
Synthesis Reactions
Decomposition Reactions
Single Replacement Reactions
Double Replacement Reactions
Topic 6: Kinetics

Determining the rate of a chemical reaction

Collision Theory
The rate expression
The Arrhenius equation
Mechanisms of reactions

Topic 7: Equilibrium

Introductions to equilibrium
Position of equilibrium
The equilibrium constant
Calculations using equilibrium constants
Industrial processes
Phase Equilibria

Topic 8: Acids and bases 1

Theories of acids and bases

Properties of acids and bases
Strong and weak acids and bases
The pH scale
Calculations involving acids and bases

Independent Work 2: Organic and Analytical Chemistry I

Homologous Series
Isomers
Naming Organic Compounds
Alkanes: Properties & Reactions
Alkenes: Properties & Reactions
Compounds Containing Oxygen: Alcohols, Ketones, Aldehydes &carboxylic acids
Halogen alkanes: Properties & Reactions
Mass Spectrometry
Infrared (IR) spectroscopy
Spectroscopic Identification of Organic compounds (I)
Breakdown of Grades

Criteria 1st quarter 2nd quarter Total

Labs / Classwork 10% 5% 15%

Independent Project 10% 5% 15%
Tests / quizzes 20% 30% 50%

Final Examination 20% 20%

Total 40% 60% 100%