General Chemistry

Length of Course

Term

Level

Year 10

Learning Area

Science

Core or Specialist

Specialist

Pre-requisites

Nil

Subject Description

This course covers the fundamentals of the periodic table and reactions.

Students must choose one Chemistry module: Either Pre-SACE, or General.

This is a terminating course and does not prepare students for Stage 1 Chemistry in Year 11. 

Content

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Carry out a practical activity and write a scientific report.
  • Write in the genre of a Science as a Human Endeavour Essay.
  • Identify patterns in the periodic table.
  • Describe the uses of various chemical reactions.
Assessment

Students will be assessed on their scientific knowledge, practical and investigation skills as well as problem solving and communication skills.

Assessment will include:

  • Practical investigations
  • Research assignments
  • A test
Pathways

This is a terminating course.

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Year 10 - General Chemistry

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