Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits1PrerequisiteCompletion of CHEM A or equivalent with grade of "C" or better; and completion of MATH D or MATH G with grade of "C" or better, or placement by matriculation assessment process, or equivalent; and satisfactory score on the Chemistry Placement Examination Transfers ToCSUDescriptionOptional problem solving course to accompany CHEM 1A. Students use critical thinking and problem solving strategies to solve general chemistry problems in topics that include atomic structure, the mole concept, gas laws, stoichiometry, redox, intermolecular forces, solid state chemistry, solution chemistry, and chemical bonding. (CSU)Usually HeldTue 11:00am–12:05pm, Mon 11:00am–12:05pm, Thu 11:00am–12:05pm, Tue 2:00pm–3:05pm 