Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size24 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteCHEM 1B with a minimum grade of C Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionThis course involves a comprehensive study of the major classes of aliphatic hydrocarbons and of organic halides, alcohols and ethers. This includes nomenclature, structure, properties, stereochemistry, reactions, synthetic methods, and spectroscopy. Emphasis is placed on a systematic approach to understanding the material through the use of bonding theories, energy concepts, kinetics, and reaction mechanisms. In the laboratory, emphasis is on techniques of separation and purification of organic compounds, common organic reactions, and spectroscopy. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon Wed 1:15pm–4:25pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–12:45pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am 