Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course, the student:
• understands the basic laws of chemistry, can write chemical formulas and is able to balance chemical equations
• can solve problems related to chemical quantities, such as mol, molar mass, molecular formula
• knows the gas laws, the properties of liquids and solids, can calculate concentrations and is able to solve problems related to gas laws and exothermic and endothermic processes
• understands the basics of chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction
• knows how to act safely in the laboratory and is able to perform basic laboratory measurements and analyses
• passes the Occupational Safety Card Training as a part of the course.

Content (course unit)

Measurements; atoms and elements; molecules and compounds; chemical quantities; chemical reactions; gases; solutions; structure of liquids and solids; basics of chemical equilibrium, acids and bases and redox reactions; Occupational Safety Card Training.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Understands the basic laws of chemistry, including writing chemical formulas and balancing chemical equations at a fundamental level. Can solve simple problems related to chemical quantities. Knows the basic gas laws and the three main type of intermolecular forces and can perform straightforward calculations related to concentrations. Has a rudimentary understanding of chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, and oxidation and reduction. Can act safely in the laboratory and can perform basic laboratory measurements and analyses. Successfully passed the Occupational Safety Card Training.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Demonstrates a solid understanding of the laws of chemistry, writes chemical formulas, balances more complex equations and can solve complex problems related to chemical quantities. Understands and applies gas laws, understands the intermolecular forces and their role in the structure of liquids and solids. Can solve more complex problems involving concentrations, gas laws, exothermic, and endothermic processes. Has a good grasp of chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, oxidation, and reduction and can solve related calculation exercises. Acts safely and confidently in the laboratory, performing accurate laboratory measurements and analyses. Successfully passes the Occupational Safety Card Training with a good understanding of safety principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Exhibits comprehensive knowledge of the basic laws of chemistry, expertly writes chemical formulas, and balances complex chemical equations. Skillfully solves advanced problems involving chemical quantities. Demonstrates in-depth understanding of gas laws and intermolecular forces and can apply it in solving more complex related problems. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, oxidation, and reduction. Adeptly solves calculation exercises related to concentrations, gas laws, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases and redox processes. Acts with high safety standards in the laboratory, performing precise laboratory measurements and analyses. Excellently passes the Occupational Safety Card Training, showcasing a deep understanding of safety practices.

Assessment scale

0-5