Course Description
This course covers the nature of matter and the changes it undergoes. Instructors introduce students to concepts such as the structure of atoms, chemical equations, Lewis structures, oxidation-reduction, electron configurations, molecular geometry, and intermolecular forces. Students also have the opportunity to practice dimensional analysis, stoichiometric calculations, gas laws, and calorimetry.
Units: 5
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to both UC and CSU
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 48 – 54
- In-Class Lab Hours: 96 – 108
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: CHEM 002, Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment processor completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra .
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: None
- Additional Requisite Information:
The CHEM 002 prerequisite can be satisfied by the successful completion of one year of high school chemistry.
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to both UC and CSU - WVC GE: Area A-5: Natural Sciences
- C-ID: CHEM 110 - General Chemistry for Science Majors I, with Lab
CHEM 120 S - General Chemistry for Science Majors Sequence A - Cal-GETC GE: Area 5A: Physical Science
Area 5C: Laboratory