Standard Grade Homework

Brief Description of Course

During this 2 year practical based course, pupils study 15 topics of work.

Each topic lasts on average for 4/5 weeks covering subjects such as The Chemical World, Atoms, Fuels, Writing Chemical equations, Metals and corrosion, Acids and alkalis, Plastics and Fertilisers. 

Type of Homework

The formal homework issued consists of a homework booklet for each of the 15 topics containing Knowledge and Understanding and Problem Solving questions at both General and Credit levels.  The homework provided consists of a variety of styles of questions and is of examination standard.

Frequency

A substantial piece of homework is issued during each of the 15 topics with regular advice as to the progress expected.  Under normal circumstances, notice of the final submission date is given 1 week in advance.  Homework will also be used as a method of completion of classwork, and pupils will be expected to plan the revision of completed work and the learning of Chemistry facts.