Prerequisites: Qualifying math score and completion of Physical Science or equivalent and Algebra
Recommended School Credit: 1.0 credit
Individually Paced

CTY's individually paced high school science courses help students learn complex scientific concepts using a dynamic online environment that includes graphics, animations, video, and audio-narration. Students review and apply new knowledge through interactive activities. Unit tests provide feedback and help students prepare for comprehensive midterm and final exams. The laboratory component includes both hands-on experiments using common household materials and virtual exercises. Students work with expert science educators.

Honors Chemistry covers topics typically covered in a high school chemistry course and prepares students for Advanced Placement Chemistry. Topics include atomic structure, states of matter, solutions, the periodic table, chemical reactions and transformations, chemical bonding, acid and base chemistry, and energetics. Students use methods of scientific inquiry to learn via interactive web-based lectures and applications. Knowledge is assessed through quizzes, tests, and projects.

Course Length: Typically 6 months

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System Requirements:

A Windows computer is required to take this course.  We are currently developing a new version of this course. This new version will be fully compatible with Mac computers. We hope to have this course ready to be offered this summer.

This course requires Authorware Web Player which is available for MS Windows. Authorware on Internet Explorer 7, Windows Vista, or more recent versions may require Administrator permission.

All CTYOnline courses require a properly maintained computer with internet access and a recent-version web browser (such as Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer). Students are expected to be familiar with stand computer operations (e.g. login, cut & paste, email attachments, etc.)

This course requires high-speed internet access (such as Cable or DSL) for online lesson videos. Your browser will need to allow javascript, login cookies, and pop up windows from ctyjhu.org, bluejay.cty.jhu.edu, ctyonline.org, and any other course web sites.

Course Code: HCH