Chemistry syllabus: Effective for examinations from May 1993

Abstract

This syllabus is designed to help students to: appreciate and understand natural phenomena and the ways in which materials behave; be aware of the power, impact and influence which Chemistry has in a modern scientific world and to emphasize that there is a responsibility that Chemistry be used for the good of the society; appreciate, understand and use the scientific method; see the relevance of Chemistry to everyday life; appreciate and understand how Chemistry enables materials to be used in the service of mankind, in the Caribbean and elsewhere; understand basic Chemistry concepts in sufficient depth to provide an adequate foundation for specialisation; develop the spirit of enquiry and to continue the search for new ways in which materials may be used in the service of mankind; appreciate the inter-relationships between Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics; make use of chemical concepts, principles and terminology in communicating chemical information; have a working knowledge and understanding of basic, physical and chemical principles; contribute to making the Caribbean scientifically literate and numerate.