Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Summer 2026, Spring 2026Class Size36–72 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteCHEM 12B and CHEM 12BL . Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionDuring this third and final quarter of organic chemistry, students will expand their study of functional groups to include carboxylic acids and carboxylic acid derivatives, enolates, and amines. Students will also be introduced to the chemistry of polyfunctional, biologically active molecules, such as proteins and carbohydrates. There will be continued emphasis on structure-reactivity relationships, mechanisms of reaction, and multi-step syntheses. For chemistry and other STEM majors, as well as any pre-professional students studying for careers in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine, and for any other interested students who have mastered the prerequisites.Usually HeldMon Wed 12:00pm–1:50pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 12:00pm–1:50pm 