Chemistry Department
The chemistry department is integral to students' scientific education, providing a deep exploration of chemical principles.
Through rigorous coursework, students engage in practical experiments and theoretical study, fostering analytical skills.
The department plays a vital role in preparing students for diverse scientific careers or advanced studies in fields such as chemistry, biochemistry, and related disciplines.
Tutors
Cg. Chong Lee Kiem
Head of Department
Cg. Jasmuliana binti Awg Abdul Mulok
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Cg. Dk Noor Hamidah binti Pg Hj Damit
Assistant Head of Department
Cg. Mohammad Syahmi bin Mohammed Suferi
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Cg. Fazidah Hani binti Dr Hj Hisham
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Cg. Dk Nur Hidayatul Hafiizah binti Pg DP Hj Othman
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Chemistry
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Chemistry is the most sought after science subject to apply to the university. It complements other science subjects well. Chemistry opens up pathway to non-science careers as well.
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Chemistry keeps your options open in any science-based career. Some chemistry-based career pathways include Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Researching, Chemical Engineering, Law, Environmental Chemistry, Forensic Science, Teaching and many others.
COURSE CONTENT
Topics you will study in ‘A’ Level Chemistry
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Physical Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Mole Calculations, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter, Chemical Energetics, Electrochemistry, Equilibria, Reaction Kinetics.
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Inorganic Chemistry: Chemical Periodicity, Group 2 and 17, N and S, Transition Elements.
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Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons, Organic Halogen Compounds, Alcohol, Phenol, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, Esters, Organic Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers.
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Analytical Chemistry: IR, 13C and 1H NMR Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry, Thin-layer and Gas/Liquid Chromatography.
A copy of the syllabus can be found here:
A good source of reference for ‘A’ Level Chemistry: http://www.chemguide.co.uk/
Chemistry Lessons in PTEM
There will be chemistry lessons every school day. Practical lessons are usually conducted once a week in the afternoon and can extend up to 4:30 p.m.
Challenges students can face and suggestions on how to overcome these challenges:
Challenges
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Realising chemistry is actually a very difficult subject. There will be a lot of information to remember and also topics are interrelated.
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A lot homework and tests which will take up a lot of your time.
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Loss of motivation when topics become harder
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Students can understand in class but having difficulty to answer questions in exams
Suggested solutions
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Regular revision is required.
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Time management is required, do not do your work last minute and ask for help if required. Regular revision will help improve your understanding which will lessen the time you require to complete your homework.
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Revise as soon as the topics are taught and ask help when necessary. Do not give up.
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Practice answering more past year paper questions. Practice makes perfect.
What you will need to get a good grade in ‘A’ Level Chemistry
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The self-discipline to revise regularly.
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The patience to keep trying to master those topics or questions that you find difficult.
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The determination to do well in chemistry.
ASSESSMENT & EXAMINATIONS
Types and Descriptions of Paper
Paper 1
Multiple-choice
(Multiple Choice Questions. Questions are based on the AS Level Syllabus.)
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Paper 2
AS Structured Questions
(Structured Questions. Questions are based on the AS Level Syllabus.)
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Paper 3
Advanced Practical Skills
(Practical work and structured questions. Questions are based on the experimental skills in the Practical assessment section of the syllabus.)
Paper 4
A2 Structured Questions
(Structured Questions. Questions are based on the A Level syllabus content; knowledge of material from the AS Level syllabus content will be required.)
Paper 5
Planning, Analysis and Evaluation
(Questions based on the experimental skills of planning, analysis and evaluation. The context of the questions may be outside the syllabus content.)