Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits5PrerequisiteMATH 115 with a grade of "C" or better. In this course students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by learning, reviewing, and applying important mathematical concepts and funda- mental principles of general chemistry to find solutions to word problems. This will be implemented through weekly collaborative problem-solving sessions and through online Mastering Chemistry that coaches students on the process of how to actually solve problems. The composition and structure of different types of matter, and changes that it undergoes will be highlighted. Several types of simple inorganic reactions will be presented and the significance of the Periodic Table of the elements will be explained. Another emphasis of the course is on the develop- ment of a basic vocabulary related to chemical concepts, including chemical nomenclature. Students will also develop laboratory skills and scientific writing skills by applying their understanding of the theoretical chemistry concepts to weekly hands-on lab experiments where they are evaluated on their effort, skills, safe implementation of lab protocols and a written lab report. The hands-on labo- ratory work is intended to develop skills in measurement, observation, use of sim- ple chemical glassware and equipment, and in making deductions from observa- tions and communicating them in a written report. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1Usually HeldMon 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:45pm, Mon Wed 7:00pm–8:25pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm 