Chemistry

Courses

34	EPA Methods for Environmental Analysis (3) Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 2 hours Prerequisite: None. Recommendation: Eligibility for English 28. This course is designed to teach sample collection and preparation of geological, water and atmospheric samples.  Students will analyze environmental samples for specific pollutants utilizing specialized instrumental techniques and will follow proper data handling and analysis protocols.  Regulatory requirements, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are introduced as the basis for sampling and analysis techniques. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
51	Fundamentals of Chemistry I (5) CSU (CAN CHEM 6) Formerly Chemistry 3 Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 4 hours Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process. Recommendation: Eligibility for English 28. This course offers a basic introduction to concepts in inorganic chemistry with a brief overview of organic chemistry. It is designed for those students whose interests are in nursing, animal health technology, home economics, physical therapy, elementary education and for liberal arts students in need of a laboratory course in physical science.  It is not intended for students planning to take Chemistry 101. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
60	Introduction to General Chemistry (5) *DUC:CSU Formerly Chemistry 10 Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 4 hours This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus Laboratory. Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process Recommendation: Eligibility for English 28 The course consists of a theoretical and mathematical treatment of some of the fundamental principles in general chemistry.  One focus is on developing a student's problem-solving skills- enabling them to find algebraic solutions to word problems.  This will include a review of important mathematical concepts.  A second major emphasis is on development of a basic vocabulary related to chemical concepts, including chemical nomenclature.  The composition and structure of different types of matter, and changes that it undergoes will be highlighted.  Several types of simple inorganic reactions will be presented and the significance of the Periodic Table of the elements will be explained.  The laboratory work is intended to develop skills in measurement, observation, use of simple chemical glassware and equipment, and in making deductions from observations and communicating them in a written report. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
101	General Chemistry I (5) UC:CSU (CAN CHEM 2) Formerly Chemistry 1 Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours. This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus laboratory Prerequisites: 1. Chemistry 60 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better. 2. Mathematics 125 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process. Presents the principles and laws of chemistry as related to the structure of matter. Topics covered include a comparison of the states of matter; atomic structure and the periodic table; stoichiometry; thermochemistry and introductory thermodynamics; chemical bonding; solutions; solubility; acids and bases; introductory chemical equilibrium; phase changes; and an introduction to Molecular Orbital Theory. The laboratory work is intended to develop skills in observation, use of chemical glassware and equipment, making deductions from observations, analyzing results and communicating them in a written laboratory report. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
102	General Chemistry II (5) UC:CSU (CAN CHEM 4) Formerly Chemistry 2 Lecture 3 hours; Laboratory and discussion 6 hours This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus laboratory Prerequisite: Chemistry 101 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better A continuation of Chemistry 101. Topics covered include a detailed study of chemical equilibrium as applied to analytical chemistry including solubility, complex ion, and  redox equilibria, pH, buffers, weak acids, weak bases, monoprotic and polyprotic systems; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; the solid state; the relationship between structure and properties; kinetics; coordination chemistry and ligand field theory; visible spectroscopy; and the chemistry of selected metals and nonmetals. The laboratory work continues to develop skills in observation, the use of chemical glassware and equipment, making deductions from observations, analyzing results and communicating them in a written laboratory report.     Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
211	Organic Chemistry for Science Majors I (5) **UC:CSU Formerly Chemistry 14 Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours Prerequisite: Chemistry 102 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better This is the first part of a two-course sequence presenting the structure, nomenclature, stereochemistry, preparation and mechanisms of reactions of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and their derivatives.   A mechanistic approach to reactions and a focus on multistep synthesis will be emphasized throughout the course.  The laboratory presents the techniques of preparation, isolation and analysis of organic compounds employing standard and modern instrumental methods. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
212	Organic Chemistry for Science Majors II (5) **UC:CSU Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours Prerequisite: Chemistry 211 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better. This course will complete the study begun in Chemistry 211 of the organic functional groups of alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives and amines.  It will also cover more specialized topics including the following: carbohydrates, amino acids and peptides, fatty acids and polymers; difunctional compounds, polycyclic bezenoid hydrocarbons, heterocyclic compounds, mass spectroscopy, NMR techniques and strategies in modern organic synthesis.  A mechanistic approach to reactions and a focus on multistep synthesis will be emphasized throughout the course.  The laboratory presents more techniques of preparation, isolation and analysis of organic compounds employing modern instrumental analysis. Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
221	Biochemistry for Science Majors (5) **UC:CSU Formerly Chemistry 15 Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours Prerequisite: Chemistry 211 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better Normally offered in the Spring semester only The course is designed to provide a thorough introduction to the principles, concepts and terminology of biochemistry, with an emphasis on the structure and function of biomolecules, the role of intermediary metabolism in energy production and common biochemical laboratory techniques. Topics include the chemistry and properties of three groups of biological macromolecules (proteins, carbohydrates and lipids) and their building blocks, protein structure and function, enzyme catalysis, and the details of the central metabolic pathways (glycolysis, glycogenolysis, the citric acid cycle, electron transport, and oxidative phosphorylation) including their regulation and integration. Throughout the course the organizing principles of biochemistry and the distinctive characteristics of the living state will be emphasized. The laboratory exposes the students to a variety of biochemical techniques and how they are used to evaluate biomolecules and systems. These techniques include spectrophotometry, fractional distillation, various types of chromatography including paper, thin layer, and molecular exclusion and enzyme assays.   Download the course outline: Microsoft Word format
185	Directed Study - Chemistry (1) ?UC:CSU - RPT 2
285	Directed Study - Chemistry (2) ?UC:CSU
385	Directed Study - Chemistry (3) ?UC:CSU Conference 1 hour per unit Allows students to pursue Directed Study in Chemistry on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
911-941	Cooperative Work Experience Education - Chemistry
	*UC Credit Limit: Maximum one course **UC Credit Limit: Maximum two courses D No-credit if taken after Chemistry 101.