AP CHEMISTRY

Objectives

Welcome to AP chemistry! This class simulates a college level chemistry course. We will learn about chemical identification, bonding, reaction applications, and how chemistry is used to help society. AP chemistry is challenging and rewarding. 

Grade breakdown

Assessments / Tests (20%)

• We will have a test every few weeks.

• Each will be a mixture of multiple-choice and free-response questions.

• There will be a cumulative make-up test at the end of each semester.

• If you show up for all the tests, including the make-up, the lowest grade in this category will be dropped.

Classwork / Homework / Labs (30%)

• Come to class and participate.

• Most days we will work on lessons and or problem sets in class.

• Dr. O'Malley will periodically check your notebook to ensure you are keeping up with the work.

• Absent? Each lesson has a companion video below.

• We will periodically have quizzes in class. These are open-notes and often done in pairs.

• We will also work in the lab most weeks.