CHEM 04A - General Chemistry I

    Recent Professors
    Brandon K. Tenn, Bret A. Wood, April D. Weathers, Dr. Saheba Khurana
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24–48 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    Take CHEM-02 is required.; Previously taken ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A) is advised.; Must have previously completed intermediate algebra or equivalent ----OR--- recommend taking this course concurrently with MATH-95S support.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CHEM 04A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    <b><font color="7A0018">Begins Fall 2025</b></font><br> This course is designed to teach general principles of chemistry emphasizing nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, concentration, gas laws, atomic structure, bonding, intermolecular forces, and crystalline solids. It is designed for the student majoring in chemistry, physics, biology, engineering, pre-med, or related fields. A student who has not successfully completed the prerequisite of CHEM-02A but has completed a high school chemistry course with a grade of "B" or higher may consider submitting a prerequisite challenge.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:25pm, Tue Thu 7:45am–10:50am, Tue Thu 9:20am–10:45am, Tue Thu 11:10am–2:15pm