Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2025Class Size30 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteSuccessful completion of Elementary Algebra or equivalent, or placement by other measures as applicable. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionA conceptual survey of physical science (physics and chemistry) intended for non-science majors at the General Education level. A general discussion of the scientific method and techniques will be followed by physics, chemistry, and integrated topics. The laboratory portion will cover a hands-on exploration of phenomena discussed in lecture. The physics component of the course will discuss motion, force, energy, electricity and magnetism, waves and light. The chemistry component of the course will focus on chemicals and reactions common in everyday life. Concepts relating to the nature and interactions of atoms, ions, and molecules will be presented. Students will also learn to use and evaluate information presented on product labels, in advertisement, and available through the internet. Also listed as CHEM 114.Usually HeldMon 6:00pm–7:15pm, Mon 7:25pm–8:40pm, Thu 6:00pm–7:15pm, Thu 7:25pm–8:40pm 