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This course introduces students to basic concepts of chemistry and requires analyses of the socio-cultural contexts within which chemistry plays a central role. The course is designed to provide a general educational exposure to the physical sciences, specifically chemistry, and is not recommended for science majors. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

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A lab science course in principles of inorganic, biochemistry, and organic chemistry for transfer and for associate degree programs in nursing, dietetics, paramedical, and other allied health fields. Not for students planning to take CHEM C130. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

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Introduction to both principles and calculations of chemistry and lab techniques, especially for those who continue with future chemistry courses. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

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An investigation of basic principles of physics and chemistry including matter, physical and chemical properties, energy, motion, light, atomic structure, bonding, solutions and chemical reactions. The inter-dependence of chemistry and physics will be emphasized. This course is intended for non-science majors. This course is identical to PHYS C140. Letter Grade only. C-ID: PHYS 140.

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Introduction to both the principles and mathematical analysis of general chemistry and basic lab techniques, especially for students intending to proceed with further chemistry courses. Topics include atomic structure and bonding, the stoichiometry of chemical equations, thermochemistry, and the behavior of gases and solutions. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 110, CHEM 120 S.

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Introduction to both the principles and mathematical analysis of general chemistry lab techniques, especially for students intending to proceed with further chemistry courses. Topics include atomic structure and bonding, the stoichiometry of chemical equations, thermochemistry, and the behavior of gases and solutions. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 110, CHEM 120 S.

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This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence which continues the examination of the basic principles of inorganic chemistry with a special emphasis on reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid/base and solubility equilibria, enthalpy, entropy and Gibbs free energy, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 120 S.

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This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM C180L and CHEM C185L) which continues the examination of the basic principles of inorganic chemistry with a special emphasis on reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid/base and solubility equilibria, enthalpy, entropy and Gibbs free energy, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 120 S.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This laboratory class teaches technical skills needed in understanding basic techniques and safety in chemistry. Skills learned include use of an analytical balance and pH meters, separation methods such as filtration and distillation, pipetting and titration techniques and spectroscopic analysis. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

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This course is the first semester of Organic Chemistry, a two-semester course, which includes topics on the properties and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds. Emphasis is placed on the reaction mechanisms, fundamental principles, and modern instrumental methods. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 150, CHEM 160 S.

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Formerly CHEM C221. The laboratory component of Organic Chemistry A emphasizes basic organic chemistry theory and the techniques of separation, purification, synthesis, and analysis of organic compounds, including chromatography and instrumental methods, such as infrared and nuclear magnetic spectroscopy. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 160 S, CHEM 150.

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Further study of the structures, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds, with particular emphasis on conjugated molecules, aromatic systems, and carbonyl containing compounds and an introduction to biologically important molecules such as amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 160 S.

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Formerly CHEM C226. Further study of the structures, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds, with particular emphasis on conjugated molecules, aromatic systems, and carbonyl containing-compounds and an introduction to biologically important molecules such as amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Letter Grade only. C-ID: CHEM 160 S.

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An introduction to the chemistry of biology with a focus on the structure and function of biomolecules, metabolic processes, and hormonal regulation. This course serves to satisfy transfer requirements for some biology majors. This course is identical to BIOL C281. Letter Grade only.