CHEMISTRY
SCQF LEVEL 5 - National 5
This course has 3 units:
Unit 1: Chemical Changes and Structure
The key areas covered are:
· Rates of Reaction
· Atomic Structure and Bonding
· Formulae and Reaction Quantities
· Acids and Bases
Unit 2: Nature’s Chemistry
The key areas are:
· Homologous Series
· Everyday Consumer Products
· Energy from Fuels
Unit 3: Chemistry in Society
· Chemical Cells and Redox
· Metals
· Radioactivity
· Polymers
· Chemical Analysis
· Fertilisers
QUALIFICATION
National 5
DURATION
1 Year full time/
5 periods per week
COURSEWORK
Assignment
EXAM
Paper 1 – 25 multi-choice Q’s
Paper 2 – 75 marks (written and extended answers)
COST
None
TEACHERS
Mrs Martin
Dr Jerrow
Ms Przygoda
Miss Long
Mrs Davidson
WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?
wHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?
Take this challenging course if you have a desire to obtain a qualification which develops your ability to cope with abstract concepts, problem solving and analytical thinking. In addition, you will be confident with practical work, handling chemicals and equipment, whilst collecting and using to data to explain trends, patterns and mechanism of chemical reactions. You will develop curiosity and the ability to explain scientific occurrences and their relevance in everyday life whilst considering the environmental impact of chemical processes and products. The National 5 course is a natural stepping-stone for pupils already considering Higher or Advanced Higher Science in the senior phase and in relation to specific career paths or further study at college or University.
You will experience the challenges of new language, theories & concepts, fun practical work and working with others. You will gain knowledge across a broad range of areas, develop many skills including resilience and taking responsibility for your learning. You will conduct practical work and build confidence in handling chemicals and equipment, thinking about the safety of yourself and others. You will continue to develop formula writing and scientific numeracy and further develop your scientific curiosity and understanding of the world around you.
KEY FACTS
Everything you need to know before selecting this course
entry requirements
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Level 4 (minimum) in S3 Chemistry or another Science subject
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Level 4 (minimum) Literacy and Numeracy
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Self-motivated, interested in science/chemistry and commitment to working
what will you get?
You will achieve a National 5 course award if the Assignment is completed and the exam is passed with more than 35%.
Individual unit passes can be obtained by pupils who are unlikely to complete the course, do not complete an Assignment or who opt out of sitting the final exam.
progress
Everything you need to know about future pathways from this course
EMPLOYMENT
Pupils who have been successful in chemistry have many employment options;
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College courses or Apprenticeships, e.g. electrical & mechanical engineering, construction, energy (oil & gas), beauty, childcare
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Healthcare professions, e.g. nursing, medicine, dentistry, childcare
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General science, e.g. lab technician, medical assistant, science writer, researcher, teacher
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Materials science, e.g. food & drinks industry, pharmaceuticals, paints & dyes, chemical engineering
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Animals, agriculture & the environmental
my world of work
This link will take you to an excellent resource on MyWOW which looks at potential career routes when you select a combination of subjects.
STUDENT STORIES
Information from pupils who have studied this course as to how they feel it was.
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