OCR A Level Chemistry - Broxbourne School · 2020. 9. 2. · OCR A Level Chemistry. Welcome to the...
Transcript of OCR A Level Chemistry - Broxbourne School · 2020. 9. 2. · OCR A Level Chemistry. Welcome to the...
Welcome to the Year 12 Chemistry
A level induction
•First of all, I would like to say congratulations
to your son/daughter for achieving the good
grades that enable them to study A level
Chemistry
•They have chosen a subject that is challenging
and rewarding and I hope they enjoy the next
two years
What will they learn?
There are 6 modules:
1. Practical skills
2. Foundations in Chemistry
3. Periodic Table and Energy
4. Core Organic Chemistry
5. Physical Chemistry and Transition elements
6. Organic Chemistry and Analysis
Modules
Module 2Foundations in ChemistryAtomic structure and bonding, quantitative chemistry (moles), formulae, equations, reactions of acids, oxidation numbers and redox reactions, structures.
Module 3Periodic Table and EnergyGroup and periodic properties, enthalpy changes and their determination, rates of reactions, reversible reactions and chemical equilibrium, consideration of energy and yield in improving sustainability
Module 4Core Organic ChemistryNomenclature and formula representation, functional groups, isomerism, organic reactions and synthesis, analytical techniques
Year 12 Modules
Module 5Physical Chemistry and Transition metalsThis builds on the concepts covered in module 3Rates of reactions, equilibria, energy cycles, electrochemical cells, redox reactions, transition elements.
Module 6Organic Chemistry and AnalysisThis builds on the concepts covered in module 4Other groups of organic compounds and their reactions, pharmaceuticals, analysis.
Year 13 Modules
Assessment – all exams are at the end of the two year
courseA level Paper 1
Periodic table,
physical chemistry
A level Paper 2
Synthesis and
analytical
techniques
A level Paper 3
Unified
chemistry
Marks Length 100 marks
(2hr 15 mins)
100
(2hr 15 mins)
70
(1hr 30 mins)
Multiple choice 15 marks 15 marks
Structured
questions
Yes Yes Yes
Extended
response
Yes Yes Yes
Practical
questions
Yes Yes Yes
Specification
coverage
1,2,3,5 1,2,4,6 1,2,3,4,5,6
20% of the marks available within written examinations will be for the assessment of mathematics (in the context of chemistry).
Mathematical Skills
You will develop and practice a wide range of practical skills throughout the course as preparation for the Practical Endorsement, as well as for the written examinations.
To achieve a Practical Endorsement you will be expected through a range of experiments to display your competency in: Following procedures Applying an investigative approach when using instruments and equipment Working safely Making and recording observations Researching, referencing and reporting.
You will record all aspects of your practical endorsement work in a lab book.
Practical Skills Assessed in the Practical Endorsement
Why is Chemistry a good
subject to take?
A level Chemistry studies the material world, and through
chemistry we can describe and explain questions such as:
"what happens when sugar dissolves in tea?"; "why is mercury
a liquid at room temperature?"; "how do we make plastics?";
"what can we do about global warming?"; "how and why will I
be affected if oil runs out?".
From baking a cake to recharging a mobile phone, chemistry
is involved in everything we do; and our lives are inextricably
influenced by many aspects of chemistry. Chemistry will
continue to be at the forefront of responding the needs of
society; with chemists central to making advances in
designing new materials, efficient energy use, drug
development, and technology, to name but a few.
What transferable skills are gained through studying A Level Chemistry
• develop research and problem solving skills
•collate and analyse data
• write up scientific reports
• use logical thought processes
• applied prior knowledge to solve problems
•use teamwork and communication skills
•attention to detail when conducting experiments and observations as well as gaining scientific knowledge of the subject.
Chemistry opens up a range of possibilities for further study and careers associated with the subject:
chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, forensic science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, neuroscience, veterinary science, nursing, paramedic science, law and many more
Careers
How to succeed
Is interested in chemistry and is enthusiastic
Is committed to working hard
Reviews classwork after the lesson
Reads over notes before the next lesson
Has excellent attendance and punctuality
Homework completed with maximum effort
Has an organised folder
Reviews GCSE work
Takes responsibility for their own progress and is able to work independently
A good Chemistry student:
Seek help (teacher) – don’t let problems build up!
Help each other (class mate) - team learning and peer tutoring
Make use of practice exam papers
Attend some after school sessions (Mondays)
Use the ISJ (independent study journal) for super-curricular work (work beyond the classroom)
Expectations
A LEVEL CHEMISTRY
SUPER-CURRICULAR GUIDE
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https://www.rsc.org/resources-tools/education-resources/
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CHECK OUT LOCAL UNIVERSITIES FOR PUBLIC CHEMISTRY LECTURES
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‘IN OUR TIME’ ON BBC RADIO 4
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006qykl/topics/Chemical_elements
http://www.rsc.org/periodic-table/podcast
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https://www.rsc.org/campaigning-outreach/outreach/educators/uk-chemistry-olympiad/
Join RSC Chemistry ChemNet Read Chemistry Review
Studying Chemistry – going further
Resources needed
Textbook
CGP revision guide
Chemistry Review
Resources
What do we provide
Support
Two teachers
Weekly after school support sessions
Chemistry Intervention Group – by
invitation