CHEM 30A - Introductory Chemistry for Health Sciences

    Recent Professors
    Jennifer Kozdon, Mark Bishop, Jessica Baum, Todd Ritsema, Nisha Guha
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    24–35 students
    Difficulty
    5.0Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    High school algebra or higher, or eligibility for transfer-level mathematics
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of CHEM 30A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This is an introductory chemistry course covering the principles of inorganic and organic chemistry. It is designed for students intending to enter many health science fields. The course is appropriate for most baccalaureate programs in nursing, dental hygiene, family and consumer science, and kinesiology. Does not meet chemistry requirements for pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, or laboratory technician majors. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 2:00pm–3:20pm, Tue Thu 9:30am–10:50am, Tue 9:00am–12:05pm, Fri 12:15pm–3:05pm