HSC Chemistry

Course Overview

The Year 12 Chemistry course explores the composition, structure, and reactions of matter at both macroscopic and molecular levels. Students investigate chemical processes, analyse experimental data, and apply scientific models to explain observations. This course prepares students for further study in science, medicine, engineering, and environmental science.

 

Key Areas of Learning

EQUILIBRIUM AND ACID REACTIONS

1. STATIC AND DYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM

2. FACTORS THAT AFFECT EQUILIBRIUM

3. CALCULATING THE EQUILIBRIUM CONSTANT

4. SOLUTION EQUILIBRIA

ACID/BASE REACTIONS

1. PROPERTIES OF ACIDS AND BASES 

2. USING BRONSTED-LOWRY THEORY

3. QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

1. NOMENCLATURE

2. HYDROCARBONS

3.PRODUCTS OF REACTIONS INVOLVING HYDROCARBONS

4. ALCOHOLS

5. REACTIONS OF ORGANIC ACIDS AND BASES

6. POLYMERS

APPLYING CHEMICAL IDEAS

1. ANALYSIS OF INORGANIC SUBSTANCES

2. ANALYSIS OF ORGANIC SUBSTANCES

3. CHEMICAL SYNTHESIS AND DESIGN

Term Calendar - 2026

Day: Friday

Time: 4:45 pm to 6:15 pm

Duration: 10 weeks per school term

Plus: 2 Holiday Lessons (usually in the first week of the school break). Holiday lessons help us stay ahead of the school curriculum and allow extra time for revision and exam preparation

Fee: For enrolment details and fee, give us a call on 0431137611 

Note: Holiday lessons are included as part of the term fee. If a student cannot attend, they can revisit the lesson through our class recordings and are welcome to arrange a catch-up session for homework support.

Homework Help: Monday & Tuesday – 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm,
Saturday – 11 pm to 1 pm

Our Teaching Approach

All classes are taught by Sid, ensuring consistent guidance and a deep understanding of each student’s progress. Lessons are interactive, encouraging students to actively engage and ask questions. Our program is school and exam focused, with regular mock exams and thorough revision to build confidence and mastery. Sid goes beyond simply teaching the content—he shows students how to approach and think through problems, inspiring them to develop critical thinking skills and stay motivated throughout their learning journey.