CHEM 152 - Introduction to General Chemistry

    Recent Professors
    Lisa Selchau, Elizabeth Hubert, Sean Mcmahon, Elizabeth Nguyen, Jeremy Turner Copp, Gary Smith, Anna Elizabeth Case, Kathleen Pickham
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    48 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra with a grade of C or better or placement Milestone M50 or M60 based on California Title 5 regulations
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This is a one-semester preparatory course in chemistry consisting of an intensive study of the principles of inorganic and physical chemistry in preparation for General Chemistry. Topics include atomic structure, chemical nomenclature, periodicity, chemical equations, stoichiometry, solutions, and gas laws. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and chemical calculations. This course is intended for those students majoring in one of the natural sciences, engineering, or related curricula who need to take General Chemistry.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am, Mon Wed 11:15am–12:40pm, Tue Thu 11:15am–12:40pm, Tue Thu 5:00pm–6:25pm