Mr. Misra's Science. 

Course Description: This is a Lab-based course investigating the physical sciences. There are 2 major sections. The first section is introductory Chemistry, which will be studied throughout the first semester. The second section is introductory Physics, which will be covered during the second semester. Learning takes place via labs, group projects, field investigations, demonstrations, computer and online tools, direct instruction, reading, and writing.

Objectives:

• Development of necessary problem-solving skills using the scientific process.

• To understand the fundamentals of Physical Science and their applications in everyday life.

Grade calculation

Labs/Projects/research papers:                                          50%

Class participation:                                                                15%

Homework:                                                                             10%

Quizzes:                                                                                   15%

Examination:                                                                           10%

 

Make-up or late work:

Late work is not acceptable under normal circumstances. In some unavoidable situations like illness late work can be accepted at the teacher's discretion for 60%-90% of the credit.

Scientific method:

This section of the year plan is meant to be taught throughout the year, as a part of each unit.

Units

• Introduction to Physical Science

Chemistry

• Matter, Phases, & Solutions

• The Atom, Periodic Table, & radioactivity

• Chemical Bonding

• Chemical Reactions

• Acids & Bases

Physics

• Motion & Forces

• Energy, Work & Power

• Thermal Energy

• Waves

• Electricity & Magnetism