Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class Size26 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteCHEM 2 or CHEM 30A or high school chemistry; and, intermediate algebra or higher, or eligibility for transfer-level mathematics 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 is the first course of a two-semester sequence. It is designed for students entering science, medicine, and related professions. The course covers nomenclature, quantum theory, periodic properties, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, molecular structure and bonding, states of matter, descriptive chemistry, and solutions. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID CHEM 110; CHEM 120S (with CHEM 1B )]Usually HeldTue Thu 12:30pm–1:50pm, Mon Wed 4:00pm–5:25pm, Tue Thu 2:00pm–5:05pm, Tue Thu 9:00am–12:05pm 