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CHEM 101 C INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Four hours lecture
One hour problem solving
One hour discussion/quiz and
Two hours laboratory per week.
UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC, CAN CHEM 6
Advisory: MATH 020 C. This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 101 C and CHEM 201 C), and includes he study of basic concepts and principles of general, inorganic, and organic chemistry. Laboratory includes gravimetric and olumetric analysis, and experiments designed for identification of organic compounds. It is especially recommended for students in health and life sciences. No credit if taken after CHEM 111AC.

CHEM 103 CHEMISTRY IN A CHANGING WORLD
3 Units
Three hours lecture per week
Credit/No Credit Letter Grade Option
UC Credit Limitation/CSU
AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
This is a general education course in chemistry. A non-mathematical approach will be taken to examine the fundamental concepts of chemistry and their application to various facets of life in a highly technological society. Topics will include a discussion of chemicals in air, water, food, drugs, and the environment, as well as areas of current interest.

CHEM 107 FOUNDATIONS OF COLLEGE CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Four hours lecture
One hour discussion/quiz Two hours laboratory and One hour problem solving per week
UC Credit Limitation/CSU
AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
Prerequisite: One year high school algebra or MATH 20.
Corequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, MATH 40 is required.
The course provides an introduction to the chemical elements and general principles and laws of modern inorganic chemistry.
This course includes a study of chemical reactions, basic atomic theory, and molecular structure, as well as chemical bonding and the behavior of gases. Laboratory includes gravimetric and volumetric analysis, elementary qualitative analysis, and experiments in solution chemistry. This course applies to the physical science requirement for general education and is not acceptable for credit for students majoring in physical science.
Advisory: CHEM 107 is a recommended preparatory course for students planning to take CHEM 111A and CHEM 1118. No credit if taken alter CHEM 111A.

CHEM 111A GENERAL CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Three hours lecture
Four hours laboratory and Two hours discussion/quiz per week
UC/CSU
AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
CAN CHEM 2
Prerequisite: CHEM 107, with a grade of "C" or better, or a passing score on the Chemistry Proficiency Test. High school algebra, two years, or MATH 40.
Topics covered include the general principles of inorganic chemistry, with associated laboratory analysis and chemical computations. This includes properties of solutions, solution Stoichiometry, gasses, thermochemistry, atomic structure and periodicity, and the chemistry of liquids and solids.

CHEM 111B GENERAL CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Three hours lecture and Four hours laboratory and Two hours discussion/quiz per week
UC Credit Limitation/CSU AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
CAN CHEM 4
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 111 A with a grade of "C" or better.
Topics covered include chemical kinetics, behavior of chemical systems in equilibrium, a continuation of thermodynamics, electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction reactions as they pertain to electrochemical cells. Molecular orbital theory is introduced and included in discussions of coordination compounds and to the chemistry of representative elements and their compounds. Laboratory work includes an experimental study of chemical kinetics, equilibria, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Included in the course also are procedures for qualitative analysis of groups of metal ions.

CHEM 201 BASIC CONCEPTS OF ORGANIC AND BIOCHEMISTRY
5 Units
Four hours lecture and Two hours laboratory and One hour discussion/quiz and One hour problem solving per week
CSU
CAN CHEM 8
Prerequisite: CHEM 101.
This course is the second semester of a two semester sequence (CHEM 101 and CHEM 201). This course is a study of organic chemistry; structures, reactions, and functions of biochemical compounds; and includes bioenergetics, biochemical genetics, and mechanisms of vitamin and enzyme action. This course is designed for the nursing program. No credit if CHEM 211 has been taken.

CHEM 211A ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Three hours lecture and Four hours laboratory and Two hours discussion/quiz per week
UC/CSU
Prerequisite: CHEM 111B.
This course is a comprehensive introductory course in the fundamental concepts, principles, and methods of organic chemistry. This course covers the study of simple functional, multi functional, and heterocyclic compounds, aliphatic, and aromatic, with emphasis upon molecular structure, bonding, reaction mechanisms, modern instrumentational tools and analysis. Laboratory work includes quantitative chemical measurements, synthesis, and separation of organic compounds, and qualitative analysis. This course is primarily designed for majors in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences, and premedical/dental programs.


CHEM 211B ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
5 Units
Three hours lecture and Four hours laboratory and Two hours discussion/quiz per week
UC/CSU
Prerequisite: CHEM 211A.
This course is a continuation of CHEM 211A. This course includes the study of aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids, amines, multi functional and heterocyclic compounds, the effects of neighboring groups on reactivity, and strategy in organic synthesis. Laboratory work includes quantitative chemical measurements, synthesis, and separation of organic compounds, and qualitative organic analysis. The course is designed primarily for majors in chemistry, biochemistry, life sciences, and professional medical/dental programs.



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