Chemistry Courses & Descriptions
CHEM 100 Chemical Explorations • 5 CR
Previously CHEM 100 Chemical Concepts
Presents basic concepts of chemistry using a relatively non-mathematical approach. Topics include measurement, atomic and molecular structure, the periodic table, chemical vs. physical changes, acids and bases, and the social and environmental role of chemistry. Same as CHEM& 105 (prev CHEM 110). Either CHEM 100 or CHEM& 105 (prev CHEM 110) may be taken for credit, not both.
CHEM& 105 Chemical Concepts • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 110 Understanding the Chemistry Around You
Presents the topics of chemistry in a relatively non-mathematical way and focuses on the social and environmental roles of chemistry. Course covers atomic and molecular structure, measurement, the periodic table, and acids and bases. The laboratory expands upon the course materials. Same as CHEM 100. Either CHEM& 105 or CHEM 100 may be taken for credit, not both.
CHEM& 121 Introduction to Chemistry • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 101
Introduces simplified atomic and molecular theory. Students investigate the chemistry of solutions, gases, liquids, and solids and examine quantitative relationships in chemical processes. Format includes lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 085 or 097.
CHEM& 131 Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 102 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
Presents organic chemistry and biochemistry, with emphasis on functional groups, reaction synthesis, and biochemical applications. Format includes lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM& 121 (prev CHEM 101) or permission of instructor.
CHEM& 161 General Chemistry I • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 140 General Inorganic & Physical Chemistry I
First in a three-course chemistry sequence for science and engineering students. The 161/162/163 series covers atomic structure, stoichiometry, solutions, gas laws, periodic law, bonding, molecular orbital theory, colligative properties, radioactivity, thermochemistry, equilibrium, acids, bases, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, kinetics, and simple organic chemistry. Courses in the series take a quantitative approach, format includes lecture, discussion, and laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH& 141 (prev MATH 105) or equivalent and either one year high school chemistry or CHEM& 121 (prev CHEM 101).
CHEM& 162 General Chemistry II • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 150 General Inorganic & Physical Chemistry II
Second in a three-course chemistry sequence for science and engineering students. Prerequisite: CHEM& 161 (prev CHEM 140) with a C- or better.
CHEM& 163 General Chemistry III • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 160 General Inorganic & Physical Chemistry III
Third in a three-course chemistry sequence for science and engineering students. Prerequisite: CHEM& 162 (prev CHEM 150) with a C- or better.
CHEM 199 Individual Studies in Chemistry • V1-5 CR
Allows specialized, independent projects relating to chemistry. May include laboratory work. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 credits. Prerequisite: Two quarters of college chemistry and permission of instructor.
CHEM& 261 Organic Chemistry I • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 231
The first of a three-course series in organic chemistry. The 261/262/263 series covers structure, nomenclature, reactions, and synthesis of organic compounds. Format includes laboratory work. Prerequisite: CHEM& 161 (prev CHEM 140) and CHEM& 162 (prev CHEM 150) and CHEM& 163 (prev CHEM 160).
CHEM& 262 Organic Chemistry II • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 232
Second in a three-course organic chemistry sequence. Format includes laboratory work. Prerequisite: CHEM& 261 (prev CHEM 231)
CHEM& 263 Organic Chemistry III • 6 CR
Previously CHEM 243
Third in a three-course sequence. Continues the lecture and lab component of CHEM& 261 (prev CHEM 231) and CHEM& 262 (prev CHEM 232). Topics include functional groups and biologically important compounds. Format includes laboratory work. Prerequisite: CHEM& 262 (prev CHEM 232).
CHEM 299 Individual Studies in Chemistry • V1-5 CR
Allows specialized, independent projects relating to chemistry. May include laboratory work. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 credits. Prerequisite: Two quarters of college chemistry and permission of instructor.