CHEM 002A - Introductory Chemistry

    Recent Professors
    Brian Abela, Yogita Kumari
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24–28 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    MATH 063 - Intermediate Algebra OR MATH 064 - Elementary and Intermediate Algebra OR MATH 065 - Algebra for STEM
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    CHEM 002A is a study of the applied principles of chemistry for the allied science and non-science majors. Included are scientific methodology, composition of matter, physical and chemical changes, bonding, nomenclature, chemical periodicity and reactivity, stoichiometry, states of matter, atomic and molecular modeling, chemical energetics, properties and models of solids, liquids, gases, aqueous solution and Redox reactions, pH, reactions of elements/acids/bases/salts, and a brief introduction to organic chemistry. Appropriate training in chemical safety is provided. The CHEM 002A, 002B sequence is a state university curriculum requirement for students planning to transfer to majors in agriculture, nursing, home economics, industrial technology, industrial arts and other applied sciences.
    Usually Held
    Thu 6:00pm–8:50pm, Tue 6:00pm–8:50pm, Wed 6:00pm–8:50pm, Mon 9:00am–11:50am