AH Chemistry

Course Content

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Inorganic and Physical Chemistry

This unit develops a knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of inorganic and physical chemistry. Learners will discover how electromagnetic radiation is used in atomic spectroscopy to identify elements. They will extend an understanding of the concept of atomic structure by considering atomic orbitals and electronic configuration related to the periodic table. An understanding of the physical and chemical properties of transition metals and their compounds will be developed, as well as the quantitative component of chemical equilibria. Learners will develop their understanding of the factors which influence the feasibility of chemical reactions and will progress their understanding of reaction kinetics by exploring the order and mechanisms of chemical reaction.

Organic Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis.

This unit develops a knowledge and understanding of organic chemistry. Learners will research the structure of organic compounds, including aromatics and amines, and draw on this to explain the physical and chemical properties of the compounds. They will consider the key organic reaction types and mechanisms, and link these to the synthesis of organic chemicals. Learners will discover the origin of colour in organic compounds and how elemental analysis and spectroscopic techniques are used to verify chemical structure. They will study the use of medicines in conjunction with the interactions of the drugs.

Researching Chemistry

In this unit, learners will be given the opportunity to gain an understanding of stoichiometric calculations, to develop practical skills and to carry out research in chemistry. Learners will develop the key skills associated with a variety of different practical techniques, including the related calculations. Equipped with the knowledge of chemistry apparatus, techniques and an understanding of concepts, learners will identify, research, plan and safely carry out a chemistry practical investigation of their choice. The unit will equip learners with the scientific background and skills necessary to analyse scientific articles and use them in order to make informed choices and decisions.

Project

Learners will apply skills of scientific inquiry, using related knowledge, to carry out a meaningful and appropriately challenging task in chemistry and communicate findings.

Assessment

• Internal examinations at the end of each unit.

• Internal assessment of practical skills within each unit.

• A practical/research a project.

• External examination at the end of the course.

Career Paths

• Vet

• Doctor

• Dentist

• Nurse

• chemical engineer, science

• journalist

• brewer/distiller

• food scientist

• analytical chemist

• Agriculture Environmental science

• Oil and gas production

• Hairdresser

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• Dietitian

• Pharmacist

• Science teacher

• Lab technician