CHEM 111 - Chemistry in Society

    Recent Professors
    Danica Moore, Fred Garces, Gary Smith
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    45–48 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This course emphasizes conceptual, not mathematical, topics in chemistry and scientific thinking. Current issues in environmental chemistry such as energy resources, air and water pollution are explored. Students discuss the effects and controversy surrounding the use of different forms of energy. In addition, current issues in organic and biochemistry are examined including trends in diets, certain medicines and drugs, and household items. Students analyze current trends or news involving chemistry. Topics include a basic understanding of matter and energy, physical and chemical changes, the atom, nuclear chemistry, bonding, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. This course is intended for non-science majors.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 1:40pm–3:05pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm