This year-long Chemistry course introduces students to the foundational concepts of chemical science, blending theoretical understanding with practical laboratory skills. Designed for high school students, the course emphasizes critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and real-world applications of chemistry in daily life, industry, and environmental contexts.
Course Topics Include:
Introduction to Chemistry
Scientific method
laboratory safety
measurement (SI units, accuracy vs. precision)
Atomic Structure
Structure of the atom
subatomic particles
isotopes
electron configurations
Periodic Table
Periodic trends
group and period characteristics
element classification
Chemical Bonding
Ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds
Lewis structures
molecular geometry
polarity
Chemical Reactions
Types of reactions
balancing equations
reaction stoichiometry
energy changes
The Mole Concept
Avogadro’s number
molar mass
conversions
empirical/molecular formulas
States of Matter
Properties of gases
gas laws
liquids
solids
phase changes
Solutions and Mixtures
Concentration (molarity)
solubility
solution preparation
Acids and Bases
pH scale
properties
neutralization
titration
Thermochemistry
Heat flow
endothermic vs. exothermic processes
calorimetry
Kinetics and Equilibrium
Reaction rates
factors affecting rates
dynamic equilibrium
Le Châtelier’s Principle
Through hands-on laboratory experiments, students will gain practical experience in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and drawing evidence-based conclusions. This course prepares students for further study in advanced chemistry or related sciences and fosters scientific literacy for informed decision-making.
Course Requirements:
The class will use Berean Builders "Discovering Design with Chemistry" ($69). Students must have completed one year of high school algebra.
Course class times and cost:
Chemistry class will be at 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm on Tuesdays at Covenant Home School Resource Center (CHSRC) located at 2940 W Bethany Home Road in Phoenix AZ.
The cost for the course is $110/month. The tuition cost covers all lab supplies and class materials that will be used. CHSRC requires all students to pay a non-refundable $100 registration fee. (The CHSRC registration fee is $100 per student, regardless of the number of classes taken. This fee supports administrative services and provides student insurance coverage while on campus. Parents will be automatically added to CHSRC’s email list. CHSRC values your privacy and will never sell or share your information.) The class size is limited to a maximum of 15 students. Dukes Educational Services takes payment through this site, Zelle, cash and is a certified AZ ESA educational provider with a ClassWallet account.
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