Chemistry

The topics covered in this course include the classification of matter, chemical nomenclature, writing and balancing chemical equations, stoichiometry, atomic theory, bonding, periodic trends, gas laws and changes of state, and thermochemistry. Laboratory experiments and computer simulations are used to introduce and reinforce topics. Problem solving is an important component of this course. The math skills required include solving algebraic equations, graphing and deriving an equation of a line, and interpreting and solving word problems. Dimensional analysis is a mathematical technique that is taught and used extensively in solving word problems.