Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025Class Size25–30 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteIntermediate algebra or placement by college-approved multiple measures. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionThe first semester of a two-semester sequence with laboratory intended for science, engineering, and pre-professional majors. Includes a detailed study of atomic and molecular structures, stoichiometric calculations, solutions, thermochemistry, gas laws, physical states, atomic electron orbital theory, and chemical bonding. Includes laboratory study of these concepts, experimental chemistry techniques, and the analysis and interpretation of experimental findings.Usually HeldTue Thu 11:10am–12:25pm, Mon Wed 1:10pm–4:00pm, Mon Wed 9:10am–12:00pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:25pm 