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CHEM 002: Introductory Chemistry

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry and includes atomic theory, chemical bonding, molecular structure, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, liquids and solids, acids and bases, equilibrium, energy, and solution chemistry. The course stresses problem solving and is designed specifically to prepare the student for Chemistry 001A.

Units: 4

  • 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: 48 – 54

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: MATH 106 or MATH 106R
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Transferable to both UC and CSU
  • WVC GE: Area A-5: Natural Sciences
  • CSU GE: Area B1 - Physical Sciences
    Area B3 - Laboratory Activity- Lab course used from B1 or B2
  • UC/IGETC GE: Area 5A - Physical Sciences
    Area 5C – Laboratory
  • C-ID: CHEM 101 - Introduction to Chemistry