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Chemistry for the Technologies: Fundamentals and Applications

A comprehensive chemistry course designed to prepare students for occupations that require knowledge of technological aspects of chemistry or medical support careers. This course covers fundamental chemistry principles and lab skills in a real-world business and industry context.

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Chemistry for the Technologies: Fundamentals and Applications

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  1. Chemistry for the Technologies You Want Me To Teach What? Heyward Hickman Applied Mathematics & Science Consultant SC Department of Education National Association For Workforce Improvement (NAWI) Colonial Williamsburg, VA April 29, 2004

  2. What is Chemistry for the Technologies? • Commonly called Chem Tech • One-year course designed to prepare students for occupations that require knowledge of technological aspects of chemistry or medical support careers. • The first chemistry course in a chemical technology education path - culminate in a two-year degree in chemical technology or a four-year technical degree. • Correlated to SC Science Standards (National Science Education Standards) and College Preparatory Chemistry Performance Objectives.

  3. Core Course Options for High School Students in Science College Prep Path Biology 2 Chemistry 2 Physical Science Biology 1 Chemistry 1 Physics Tech Prep Path Physics Tech 1 PhysicsTech 2 Applied Biology 2 Physical Science Applied Biology 1 Chemistry for the Technologies

  4. Introduction • 1996 - initial draft written for new applied academic course - Chemistry for the Technologies. • A collaboration among educators (secondary and post secondary), business and industry representatives, and SC Department of Education consultants. • Teachers received graduate credit for participating and formed valuable relationships with industry leaders.

  5. Introduction • 2001-2002 - SC Dept. of Education began course revision process. • High school chemistry teachers and post-secondary representatives served on the committee. • Rigorous and relevant curriculum covering fundamentals of chemistry through business and industry applications.

  6. Chemistry for the Technologies Curriculum Review Team Maja G. Fickett, Chairperson Nancy LeMaster Berkeley High School D. W. Daniel High School Kathy Manville Elizabeth Martin Marlboro County High School College of Charleston Phyllis Walton Barbara Wrobleski-Mullis Northeastern Tech Prep Consortium Seneca High School Heyward Hickman Linda Sinclair South Carolina State Department of Education

  7. Chem Tech Modules Introductory Material Features Safety Teaching the Course Contextual Aspects Cooperative Learning Equipment List Course Outline Timeline for Block and Traditional Schedule

  8. Chem Tech Modules Module Revision Features Lab Safety Lab Worksheets Glossary of Terms Assessments Additional labs & support materials from the American Chemical Society Improved directions, pedagogy suggestions, & instructional sequencing

  9. Chem Tech Competencies I. CHEMICAL SAFETY II. OPERATIONAL SAFETY & SCIENCTIFIC MEASUREMENT III. CHEMICAL STRUCTURE & CHEMICAL BEHAVIOR IV. CHEMICAL EQUATIONS & STOICHIOMETRY V. GASES, SOLIDS, AND LIQUIDS VI. SOLUTIONS VII. ACIDS, BASES, & SALTS VII. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY VIII. ELECTROCHEMISTRY X. NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY

  10. Contents - minimal curriculum Module 1 Laboratory Safety and Procedures Module 2 Training Manual for Chem Tech Module 3 Measurement and Data Analysis Module 4 Hazardous Waste Module 5 Metals and Recycling Copper Module 6 Spectrophotometry and Chromatography Module 7 Gases, Solids, and Liquids Module 8 Part I Solutions and Dilutions - Chemical and Agricultural Dilutions Module 9 Part I Organic Chemistry - Esters and Flavor Chemicals

  11. Contents - Optional Modules Module 8 Part II Solutions and Dilutions - Acetic Acid Spill – Acid/Base Neutralization and Titration Module 9 Part II Organic Chemistry - Polymers Module 10 Fiber Industries Module 11 Synthesis of Aspirin Module 12 Analysis of Aspirin Module 13 Nuclear Chemistry Module 14 Electrochemistry Module 15 Gas Chromatography Vocabulary

  12. Real Life & Challenging • Course covers fundamental chemistry, basic & intermediate lab skills, and problems solving in a real world business and industry context (Scenarios and Job Profiles). • Evolved due to different student audience, new standards, and mandated testing. • Majority of students not majoring in science. • Course placement/enrollment varies.

  13. Teacher Comfort Zones & Course Challenges • Not textbook driven. • Flexible lab schedule – some labs Take several days to complete since integral concepts and skills are found in lab exercises. • Must like lab in addition to being comfortable with equipment not commonly used in high school chemistry courses. • Tendency to emphasize favorite subjects not really relevant to Chem Tech Competencies (e- config., quantum theory, history, etc).

  14. Hands-On Activities Physical Sciences Life Science Geometry Algebra Technology Data Analysis Motion

  15. Handouts • Excerpts from Course Introduction, pages 2-4 • Course Outline, pages 5-7 • Correlation between Chem Tech and CP Chemistry Competencies, pages 8-12 • Sample Teacher’s Notes from Module 6, page 13 • Sample Objectives Page from Module 3, page 14 • Sample Scenario and Job Profile from Module 8, page 15

  16. In Their Own Words Master Chemistry Teachers’ Comments Dr. James Whisenhunt, Chemistry Teacher Betsy Luquire, Chemistry Teacher Meredith Smith, Chemistry Teacher Holly Sullivan, Chemistry Teacher Nichole Riddle, Science Coordinator (Chemtechettes)

  17. Corrections and suggestions from June 2003 Master Teacher Training Module Notes - examples Authentic Assessments and projects from June 2003 Master Teacher Training. Tests / Lab Practicals - examples March 2004 CD Features

  18. Future Features • Laboratory support video clips for each module. • Post modules to SC Department of Education’s Web site. • Continue to conduct teacher training and support statewide implementation.

  19. Demonstration What do you observe?

  20. Maintaining Our Focus • Applied Academic Strategies • Contextual Learning • Real-Life Applications • Hands-On Lab Activities • Career Emphasis • Work with CTE Instructors • Integrate the Curriculum • SCANS Skills • Assisting Students with Learning Disabilities

  21. EVEN IF YOU ARE ON THE RIGHT TRACK, IF YOU JUST SIT THERE YOU WILL GET RUNOVER. ---Will Rogers

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  23. Chemistry for the Technologies You Want Me To Teach What? Heyward Hickman Applied Mathematics & Science Consultant SC Department of Education National Association For Workforce Improvement (NAWI) Colonial Williamsburg, VA April 29, 2004

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