Description

Chemistry Course Overview

This class is approved by the NCAA.

Chemistry is the study of the properties and interaction of matter at the atomic level. This online Chemistry course will cover Properties of Matter, The Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, Nomenclature, The Mole, Chemical Equations, Stoichiometry, Gas Laws, Phase Changes, Acids and Bases, and pH. Labs during the course will focus on making observations, collecting data, drawing conclusions and writing lab reports. An emphasis will be placed on students understanding scientific inquiry, the scientific method, and the resulting science lab reports.

Grade Levels

9-12

Prerequisites

Algebra 1, Biology (recommended, but not required)

Curriculum

Exploring Creation with Chemistry, 2nd edition, by Wile
ISBN: 978-1-932012-26-2
More information can be obtained by contacting the instructor/author.
Lab Kit available at https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/apologia-chemistry-lab-kit/

Lab Science

Students will complete experiments using the scientific method and write lab reports at around 30+ hours a for a full credit class (15 hours for a half credit class).

Please note: Kit is configurable, please feel free to leave out items you already own or can acquire cheaper locally.

Syllabus Download

Chemistry Syllabus – 2019/2020 [PDF]

Course Outline

Fall Semester

Measurement and Factor-Label Method
Density and Sig-figs
Energy
Heat
Periodic Table and Elements
Atomic Theory and Naming Compounds
Classifying Matter
Balancing Equations
Reaction Types
The Mole
Stoichiometry
Atomic Structure
Quantum Mechanics
Molecular Structure and Lewis Structures
Periodicity (Trends of the Periodic Table)

Spring Semester

Polyatomic Ions
Molecular Geometry
Acid/Base Chemistry
Concentration: Molarity
Solutions Part I
Solutions Part II
Gas Laws
Partial Pressures and Ideal Gas Law
Thermodynamics: Enthalpy
Thermodynamics: Entropy
Kinetics: Reaction Rates
Kinetics: Catalysts
Equilibrium
Redox Reactions: Introduction
Redox Reactions: Application

Estimated Workload

Students spend 2 weeks on each module, covering 7 modules total during a 15 class semester. For each module covered, students will read approximately 25 pages and answer approximately 25 questions out of the book. Online practice problems are often assigned to reinforce the lessons and provide students with immediate feedback. In addition, each module includes one to three hand-on experiments. Most experiments are assigned for experience only, but 4 detailed lab reports are due each semester. The textbook indicates students should expect to spend 1 hour per day on Chemistry, but time varies greatly depending on individual aptitude and ability.

Chris Leingang

Online Classes:

The desire to be a teacher was birthed in Chris Leingang during his 8th grade year. After graduating high school, Chris entered college with that desire still burning inside. In 1996, Chris graduated from Portland State University with a B.S. in Science with an emphasis in Chemistry and Physics and then went on to graduate from Concordia University, Portland with an M.A.T. in Secondary Education in 1998.

Mr. Leingang's teaching experience spans both middle school and high school in both the private and public sector. He has had the opportunity to teach a wide variety of subjects including General Science, Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics, Forensic Anatomy and American Government. Chris was later called into full-time Christian ministry with Lutheran Brethren Youth Ministries, where he led teams of young adults as they worked in church-planting and outreach.

Mr. Leingang's passion for teaching had not left but had been refocused on ministry, missiology and church leadership. As with most teachers, his passion for teaching is coupled with a passion for learning. Hence, it was no surprise, when in 2002, he enrolled in seminary.

While attending seminary, he supported his family by teaching part-time at Hillcrest Academy, a private Christian high school, and by serving part-time as Associate Pastor to the Dalton Free Lutheran Parish.

In 2005, he graduated from Lutheran Brethren Seminary in Fergus Falls, MN with an M.Div. and began parish ministry. He has served congregations in Washington for 20 years and is now serving in Fargo, North Dakota.

Happily married for over 30 years, Chris and his wife have three adult sons, all of whom were homeschooled until college. As a homeschooling dad, Chris understands the benefits and challenges homeschool families face and is excited to be able to assist you as you educate your children and prepare them for college.

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"I enjoy Mr. Leingang as a teacher because he explains things so well. I want Leingang again for Physics. Make sure you sign me up for that class!" ~ Evan

"My daughter is taking PreChemistry with Mr. Leingang now and loves it." ~ Donna

"My daughter took PreChemistry with Mr. Leingang in the fall and loved it!!!" ~ Jennifer

"My daughter just finished Mr. Leingang's PreChemistry class and loved it! I highly recommend!!" ~ Erin

"I took Pre-Chemistry in fall, 2016, with Mr. Leingang during my seventh grade school year. He was my first online teacher. I liked him because he made us work hard and expected the best from us. He could make complex ideas very simple. He likes kids, but does not tolerate misbehavior. He himself works hard at teaching us, and it motivated me to work hard for him. I would love to take another class with him because he's the best science teacher ever!" ~ Joshua

"My son and daughter (8th and 9th grade) took your Pre-Chemistry class this fall. It was NOT easy, however, they learned SO much and you made them work. You have high expectation and the kids learn to respect you and DO the work! I was so impressed with how they were able to rise to the challenge and with the level they were learning. This course is excellent! I love the book, the labs, the tests and homework. I also appreciate how quick you are with keeping the kids on topic with chat! You are an excellent online teacher! Can't wait for the kids to take High School Chemistry with you next year!" ~ Suzy

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