Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025Class Size24 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteCourse taught at the level of intermediate algebra or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionThis course provides an introduction to the concepts of chemistry in the health sciences. Topics in general chemistry will include the modern view of the atom, molecule structure, chemical formulas, and chemical reactions. Topics in organic chemistry will include hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines, and amides. Topics in biochemistry will include carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and metabolism. The laboratory component will support the course topics, including both qualitative and quantitative experiments and data analysis.Usually HeldMon 8:30am–10:20am, Wed 8:30am–11:20am, Mon 6:00pm–7:50pm, Mon Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:50pm 