Fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry, including stoichiometry; thermochemistry; atomic and molecular structure; solution chemistry, including acid-base chemistry; quantum theory; bonding and intermolecular forces; and chemical kinetics. Fairly mathematical, requiring the ability to perform arithmetic and algebraic computations. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours, discussion one hour.

Note: Enrollment is predicated on students passing a standardized diagnostic exam given prior to each semester or passing CHEM 4 with a grade of C or better.

Prerequisite: High school chemistry and college algebra; sufficient performance on the college algebra diagnostic test, or equivalent.

Continuation of the development of fundamental principles of chemistry and application of principles developed in CHEM 1A. The laboratory work emphasizes applications of equilibrium principles, including some qualitative analysis, coordination chemistry and bioinorganic chemistry. Lecture three hours, laboratory six hours. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software is recommended.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1A with a passing grade of C or better.

Introductory chemistry for students who plan to major in a scientific field. Appropriate for students desiring to prepare themselves for Chemistry 1A. Emphasizes chemical nomenclature and techniques of chemical problem solving. Topics covered include: dimensional analysis; conversions between measuring units; weight, mole and chemical equations; density; elementary gas laws; heat and temperature; elementary acid and base chemistry; oxidation and reduction; solutions. Three hours lecture.

Prerequisite: High school algebra and college algebra; sufficient performance on the college algebra diagnostic test, or equivalent.

One-semester chemistry survey course for pre-nursing students, covering the areas of general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry. Major lecture topics include atomic and molecular structure and bonding, nomenclature of relevant inorganic and organic compounds, states of matter and intermolecular forces, solutions and solubility, reactions of inorganic, organic, and biological molecules, stereochemistry, structure and function of biological macromolecules, nutrition and metabolism. Emphasize chemistry as it appears in a practical nursing context. Lecture four hours, laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: One year high school algebra, high school chemistry .

Structure of atoms, molecules and ions; their interactions including stoichiometry, equilibria, and oxidation-reduction. Does not fulfill the requirements for more advanced study in chemistry and cannot be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry. Lecture three hours, discussion one hour, laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: One year high school algebra; high school chemistry recommended.

Introduction to structure and properties of the major classes of organic compounds; introduction to nomenclature and to the fundamental concepts of reaction mechanisms and stereochemistry; the chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins (including enzymes); the chemistry of nucleic acids. Does not fulfill the requirement for more advanced study in chemistry and cannot be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry. Lecture three hours; discussion one hour; laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1A or CHEM 6A, or a high school chemistry course and passing a qualifying exam given in the first laboratory period.

Basic principles of organic chemistry. Recommended for students majoring in life-sciences, but not recommended for preprofessional students.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1B.

Basic organic experimental techniques. Experimental topics include: melting points, purification of solids, distillation, chromatography, extraction, and functional group qualitative analysis. Specifically designed for Biological Sciences majors and others who want to meet the Chemistry minor requirements for a lower division organic laboratory. Laboratory three hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 20; CHEM 20 may be taken concurrently.

Introduction to the basic principals of organic chemistry, including nomenclature, properties and reactions of various classes of organic compounds. Reaction mechanisms will be emphasized.

Note: Required for chemistry majors and recommended for preprofessional students.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1B.

Basic organic experimental techniques including the preparation, separation, purification and identification of organic compounds. Discussion one hour, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 24, CHEM 124; CHEM 124 may be taken concurrently.

Chemical measurements including associated statistics, chemical equilibrium in aqueous solutions, volumetric analysis, and an introduction to spectrophotometry and chromatography. Lecture two hours, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1B.

Principles and concepts of chemistry with applications in the home and environment. Satisfies the upper division chemistry requirement for the multiple-subject teaching credential. Lecture one hour, discussion and activity four hours. Does not fulfill credit requirements for the major or minor in chemistry.

Prerequisite: GEOL 8 or BIO 7 and ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course.

Continued discussion of the principals of organic chemistry, including nomenclature, properties, and reactions of various classes of organic compounds and spectroscopic analysis. Reaction mechanisms will be emphasized.

Prerequisite: CHEM 24 or instructor permission; concurrent enrollment in CHEM 25 recommended.

Focuses on advanced organic laboratory techniques and instrumental methods of analysis. Not intended for pre-health professional majors. Discussion one hour, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 25, CHEM 124, ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course.

Modern instrumentation and methods for chemical analysis. Function of electronics and computers in instruments. Theory and use of instruments in the areas of electrochemistry, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and chromatography. Lecture two hours, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 31, CHEM 140B or CHEM 142 instructor permission; ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course.

Introduction to molecular quantum chemistry, structure of matter, molecular spectroscopy, and statistical thermodynamics.

Prerequisite: CHEM 140A.

Selected exercises in the practice of physio-chemical laboratory methods. Lecture one hour, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course; CHEM 140A, CHEM 140B or CHEM 142, instructor permission; CHEM 140B may be taken concurrently.

The bioenergetics and regulation of anaerobic and aerobic metabolic pathways. Major topics include glycolysis, Kreb's cycle, fatty acid and amino acid oxidation, lipid biosynthesis and photosynthesis. Particular emphasis is given to pathway regulation and integration. Lecture three hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 160A or equivalent course; one year of organic chemistry. Spring only.

Introduction to the structure and function of biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, enzymes and hormones), enzyme kinetics, the structure and function of membranes, and the bioenergetics and regulation of major anaerobic and aerobic metabolic pathways.

Prerequisite: CHEM 20 or CHEM 124; one year of biological science is recommended.

Introduction to fundamental laboratory techniques for the purification and analysis of biological molecules, including chromatographic separation of amino acids and proteins, electrophoretic separation of proteins and nucleic acids, enzyme kinetics, and basic bioinformatics. Discussion one hour, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 31; CHEM 160A or CHEM 161 (either CHEM 160A or CHEM 161 may be taken concurrently); ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course.

Capstone course which emphasizes biochemical laboratory experimental design and trouble-shooting skills. Common biochemistry laboratory techniques are applied in semester-long individual student projects. Discussion one hour, laboratory six hours.

Prerequisite: CHEM 162 or equivalent; ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course.

Directed undergraduate research involving a project that requires inquiry and use of chemical literature. A well-written, comprehensive and well-documented final report must be submitted to receive a final grade.

Note: May be repeated; however only three units may be applied toward the major requirement in chemistry for the BA or BS degrees. May be used for credit toward BS degree if an upper division laboratory course is completed prior to enrolling. Additionally, the final report must be based on experimental techniques or advanced computer modeling and demonstrate a significant ability to use chemical literature and information retrieval.

Prerequisite: ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course and instructor and department chair permission.

Supervised employment in a Chemistry related company or agency. Placement is arranged through the Department and the Cooperative Education Program office. Requires completion of a 3-6 month work assignment and a written report.

Prerequisite: Open only to upper division students and consent of Department Chair. Units may not be applied toward a major in Chemistry or Biochemistry.

The student will conduct an independent study of a chemical research topic that is based on experimental techniques or advanced computer modeling. Significant use of chemical literature and information retrieval is required. A well-written, comprehensive, and well-documented final report must be submitted to receive a final grade. A weekly seminar is required. Seminar one hour, laboratory activities are a minimum of six hours per week.

Prerequisite: One upper division chemistry laboratory class, ENGL 20 or an equivalent second semester composition course and instructor and department chair permission.

Practical applications of chemical separations with an emphasis on performing separations for compound isolation, identification, and quantitation. Experimental techniques covering sample handling, extractions, and gas and liquid chromatography. One hour of lecture and two three hour laboratories.

Prerequisite: CHEM 230.

The recent biochemical literature will be used to study the structural, chemical, and physical properties of nucleic acids. Chemical mechanisms of mutation , protein-nucleic acid interactions, and DNA-drug interactions will be used to illustrate these properties.

Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in biochemistry.

Student presentations of topics from the chemical literature and their thesis research.

Note: Grade of C/NC will be based on attendance and successful presentation of a seminar. May be repeated for a total of 2 units

Graduate research. Approval must be obtained from a departmental committee and the faculty member under whom the work is to be conducted. Written report must be submitted before a final grade is given.

Completion of a thesis or project approved for the Master's degree. Should be taken in final semester prior to the completion of all requirements for the degree. Number of units of credit is determined by the candidate's master's degree advisory committee.

Prerequisite: Advanced to candidacy and chair permission of his/her thesis committee.