Chemistry program

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 Chemistry

Chem 10--Chemistry for Allied Health Majors 

4 Units
Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
54 hours lecture.
72 hours lab.
Prerequisite: MATH 51 or MATH 59 or one year of high school algebra
(C or better)
Principles of inorganic chemistry including measurements, structure,
nomenclature, reactions, radioactivity, energy, properties of matter,
acids/bases and solutions. For Allied Health majors such as nursing,
dental hygiene, radiation technology. Completion does not give
eligibility for CHEM 50.

Chem 20--Introductory Organic and Biochemistry

5 Units
Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
54 hours lecture.
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: CHEM 10 or CHEM 40
Nomenclature, structure, function and reactions of major classes of organic
compounds and of biomolecules, including amino acids, lipids, carbohydrates,
nucleic acids and proteins. Structure and function of vitamins,
coenzymes and enzymes. Metabolic pathways and biochemical energy.

Chem 40--Introduction to General Chemistry

4 Units
54 hours lecture. Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
72 hours lab.
Prerequisite: MATH 51 or MATH 59 or one year of high school algebra
(“C” or better)
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A
Introduction to measurements, structure and properties of matter,
writing/balancing equations, stoichiometry, properties and behavior of
gases, and properties of solutions. For science/ engineering majors
preparing for admission into General Chemistry (CHEM 50.)

Chem 50--General Chemistry I

5 Units
Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
54 hours lecture.
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: (1) One year high school chemistry with minimum
“C” grade each semester; (2) Satisfactory score on Chemistry
Placement Examination; (3) Grade of “C” or better in second-year
algebra (may not be taken concurrently with CHEM 50.) Successful
completion of CHEM 40 will satisfy the first and second prerequisites.
Topics in general chemistry such as scientific method, measurements,
nomenclature, formulas and equations, reaction patterns, stoichiometry,
thermodynamic processes, periodic trends, atomic structure, molecular
bonding and geometry, properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions.
Emphasis is on critical thinking and mathematical problem-solving
using dimensional analysis. Hands-on laboratory experiments use
computer and calculator-based technologies in data acquisition and
analysis. Introduces techniques of scientific writing.

Chem 50H--General Chemistry I-Honors

5 Units
54 hours lecture. Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program. Also, (1) one year
high school chemistry with minimum “C” grade each semester;
(2) satisfactory score on Chemistry Placement Test; (3) grade of
“C” or better in second-year algebra (may not be taken concurrently
with CHEM 50H). Successful completion of CHEM 40 will satisfy the
first and second prerequisites.
Topics in general chemistry such as scientific method, measurements,
nomenclature, formulas and equations, reaction patterns, stoichiometry,
thermodynamic processes, periodic trends, atomic structure, molecular
bonding and geometry, properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions.
Emphasis is on critical thinking and mathematical problem-solving
using dimensional analysis. Hands-on laboratory experiments use
computer and calculator-based technologies in data acquisition and
analysis. Introduces techniques of scientific writing. An honors course
designed to provide an enriched experience. Students may not receive
credit for both CHEM 50 and CHEM 50H.

Chem 51--General Chemistry II

5 Units
Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
54 hours lecture.
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: CHEM 50 or CHEM 50H
The application of the laws, theories and principles presented in
CHEM 50 to a variety of chemical systems. Topics include kinetics,
equilibrium, thermodynamics, acid-base and oxidation-reduction
reactions, transition metals, electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry.
Emphasis is on critical thinking and mathematical problem-solving.
Laboratory experiments use computer and calculator-based
technologies in data acquisition and analysis.

Chem 80--Organic Chemistry

5 Units
54 hours lecture. Degree Appropriate
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: CHEM 51
Introduction to a variety of instruments used in chemical industries.
Includes theory, hands-on experience and basic maintenance of
chemical instrumentation.

Chem 81--Organic Chemistry

5 Units
54 hours lecture. Degree Appropriate, CSU, UC
108 hours lab.
Prerequisite: CHEM 80
Continuation of CHEM 80. Designed for chemistry, biochemistry,
chemical engineering and biology majors; also for those in preprofessional
programs such as medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry,
optometry and pharmacy. Structure/reactivity relationships, energetics,
reactions, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, separation, characterization
and spectroscopic methods. Structure, synthesis and representative
reactions of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.

Chem 99--Special Projects in Chemistry