Science·Advanced Placement
APChemistry
AP Chemistry: Explore college-level chemistry concepts and prepare for the AP Exam in May.
Built for the AP Exam
Every module sharpens the skills the College Board® tests. Sit the exam in May to earn potential college credit before you graduate.
About the course
Course Overview
AP Chemistry provides students with a comprehensive study of the essential principles governing chemical reactions, matter, and the physical properties that define chemical behavior. Covering topics like atomic structure, molecular composition, chemical bonding, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and kinetics, the course emphasizes a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Students engage in hands-on labs and data-driven experiments to observe chemical interactions firsthand, using these experiences to model and predict real-world chemical phenomena.
Throughout the course, students hone their analytical skills by interpreting data, solving complex problems, and evaluating lab results to strengthen their understanding of chemistry’s role in everyday life. With an emphasis on college-level rigor, the curriculum prepares students for the AP Exam in May, offering them the chance to earn college credit and build a strong foundation for further studies in fields like chemistry, biology, environmental science, and engineering. This course is ideal for students interested in STEM, as it provides the critical thinking skills, scientific reasoning, and lab techniques essential for success in advanced academic and professional settings.
This course has been authorized by the College Board® to use the AP designation.
This course is part of Excel High School’s [Online AP Program](https://www.excelhighschool.com/online-programs/advanced-placement-ap-courses-online/). Browse additional College Board–approved AP classes.
By the end of the course
Learning Objectives
- Designing experiments and procedures to test a prediction or theory
- Creating graphs, diagrams, and models that represent chemical phenomena
- Explaining how the microscopic structure of a substance determines its chemical properties
- Writing chemical equations and using them to calculate quantities involved in reactions
- Making a scientific claim and supporting it with evidence
Course contents
What You'll Study
Atomic Structure and Properties
Compound Structure and Properties
Properties of Substances and Mixtures
Chemical Reactions
Kinetics
Thermochemistry
Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry
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