CH 3 - Introductory General Chemistry

    Recent Professors
    Professor Guinn, Duyen T. Pham, Mercedes M. Alou Hicks
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Difficulty
    7.1Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    MATH 054.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course is the study of the principles of inorganic chemistry. Instruction is given in calculations, atomic theory, periodic law, compounds, bonding, nomenclature, states of matter, reaction types, composition, stoichiometry, acids, bases, pH, gas laws, and solutions. Laboratory is a hands-on experience stressing manipulation, procedure, data, and outcome calculations. Note: This course should be taken by Liberal Studies majors on the Education track to satisfy the chemistry requirement. It should also be taken as a prerequisite for CH 001A for students who have not had high school chemistry within the past 5 years. (C-ID CHEM 101) Lecture Grading: Letter MATH 054. Transfer Status: CSU/UC* Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A5 CalGETC: 5A, 5C
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:20pm, Mon 9:00am–12:05pm, Mon Wed 11:30am–12:50pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:50am