CHM 12A - Organic Chemistry I

    Recent Professors
    A. Moser
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    27 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    CHM1B with grade of "C" or better.
    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
    The first semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry. Intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pre-medicine, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, pre-pharmacy) and chemical engineering. Principles and concepts of organic chemistry: bonding, structure, structure elucidation using modern instrumental methods, nomenclature, stereochemistry, and reactions, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis of the following functional groups: alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, alkyl halides, dienes, aromatic compounds, and selected biomolecules.Prerequisite: CHM-1B with a grade of "C" or better.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:20am–1:25pm, Mon 2:40pm–5:50pm, Wed 2:40pm–5:50pm