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The listings below decribe the courses offered here in the Pierce College Chemistry department. For detailed questions and assistance about transferring these classes to a 4-year college as a science major, please contact:
Niloo Hakkakzadeh, hakkakn@piercecollege.edu
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Fundamentals of Chemistry I (5) CSU (CAN CHEM 6)
Formerly Chemistry 3
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process.
Recommendation: Eligibility for English 28.
This course offers a basic introduction to concepts in inorganic chemistry with a brief overview of organic chemistry. It is designed for those students whose interests are in nursing, animal health technology, home economics, physical therapy, elementary education and for liberal arts students in need of a laboratory course in physical science. It is not intended for students planning to take Chemistry 101.
60
Introduction to General Chemistry (5) *DUC:CSU
Formerly Chemistry 10
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory 4 hours
This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus Laboratory.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process
Recommendation: Eligibility for English 28
The course consists of a theoretical and mathematical treatment of some of the fundamental principles in general chemistry. One focus is on developing a student's problem-solving skills- enabling them to find algebraic solutions to word problems. This will include a review of important mathematical concepts. A second major emphasis is on development of a basic vocabulary related to chemical concepts, including chemical nomenclature. The composition and structure of different types of matter, and changes that it undergoes will be highlighted. Several types of simple inorganic reactions will be presented and the significance of the Periodic Table of the elements will be explained. The laboratory work is intended to develop skills in measurement, observation, use of simple chemical glassware and equipment, and in making deductions from observations and communicating them in a written report.
Chem 60 Course Outline with SLOs
101
General Chemistry I (5) UC:CSU (CAN CHEM 2)
Formerly Chemistry 1
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours.
This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus laboratory
Prerequisites:
1. Chemistry 60 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
2. Mathematics 125 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent skill level demonstrated through the mathematics placement process.
Presents the principles and laws of chemistry as related to the structure of matter. Topics covered include a comparison of the states of matter; atomic structure and the periodic table; stoichiometry; thermochemistry and introductory thermodynamics; chemical bonding; solutions; solubility; acids and bases; introductory chemical equilibrium; phase changes; and an introduction to Molecular Orbital Theory. The laboratory work is intended to develop skills in observation, use of chemical glassware and equipment, making deductions from observations, analyzing results and communicating them in a written laboratory report.
102
General Chemistry II (5) UC:CSU (CAN CHEM 4)
Formerly Chemistry 2
Lecture 3 hours; Laboratory and discussion 6 hours
This class may be offered periodically as an Internet-based class with an on-campus laboratory
Prerequisite: Chemistry 101 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better
A continuation of Chemistry 101. Topics covered include a detailed study of chemical equilibrium as applied to analytical chemistry including solubility, complex ion, and redox equilibria, pH, buffers, weak acids, weak bases, monoprotic and polyprotic systems; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; the solid state; the relationship between structure and properties; kinetics; coordination chemistry and ligand field theory; visible spectroscopy; and the chemistry of selected metals and nonmetals. The laboratory work continues to develop skills in observation, the use of chemical glassware and equipment, making deductions from observations, analyzing results and communicating them in a written laboratory report.
211
Organic Chemistry for Science Majors I (5) **UC:CSU
Formerly Chemistry 14
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours
Prerequisite: Chemistry 102 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better
This is the first part of a two-course sequence presenting the structure, nomenclature, stereochemistry, preparation and mechanisms of reactions of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and their derivatives. A mechanistic approach to reactions and a focus on multistep synthesis will be emphasized throughout the course. The laboratory presents the techniques of preparation, isolation and analysis of organic compounds employing standard and modern instrumental methods.
Chem 211 Course Outline with SLOs
212
Organic Chemistry for Science Majors II (5) **UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours
Prerequisite: Chemistry 211 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
This course will complete the study begun in Chemistry 211 of the organic functional groups of alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives and amines. It will also cover more specialized topics including the following: carbohydrates, amino acids and peptides, fatty acids and polymers; difunctional compounds, polycyclic bezenoid hydrocarbons, heterocyclic compounds, mass spectroscopy, NMR techniques and strategies in modern organic synthesis. A mechanistic approach to reactions and a focus on multistep synthesis will be emphasized throughout the course. The laboratory presents more techniques of preparation, isolation and analysis of organic compounds employing modern instrumental analysis.
Chem 212 Course Outline with SLOs
221
Biochemistry for Science Majors (5) **UC:CSU
Formerly Chemistry 15
Lecture 3 hours; laboratory and discussion 6 hours
Prerequisite: Chemistry 211 or its equivalent with a grade of "C" or better
Normally offered in the Spring semester only
The course is designed to provide a thorough introduction to the principles, concepts and terminology of biochemistry, with an emphasis on the structure and function of biomolecules, the role of intermediary metabolism in energy production and common biochemical laboratory techniques.
Topics include the chemistry and properties of three groups of biological macromolecules (proteins, carbohydrates and lipids) and their building blocks, protein structure and function, enzyme catalysis, and the details of the central metabolic pathways (glycolysis, glycogenolysis, the citric acid cycle, electron transport, and oxidative phosphorylation) including their regulation and integration. Throughout the course the organizing principles of biochemistry and the distinctive characteristics of the living state will be emphasized. The laboratory exposes the students to a variety of biochemical techniques and how they are used to evaluate biomolecules and systems. These techniques include spectrophotometry, fractional distillation, various types of chromatography including paper, thin layer, and molecular exclusion and enzyme assays.
Chem 221 Course Outline with SLOs
185
Directed Study - Chemistry (1) ?UC:CSU - RPT 2
285
Directed Study - Chemistry (2) ?UC:CSU
385
Directed Study - Chemistry (3) ?UC:CSU
Conference 1 hour per unit
Allows students to pursue Directed Study in Chemistry on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
911-941
Cooperative Work Experience Education - Chemistry
*UC Credit Limit: Maximum one course
**UC Credit Limit: Maximum two courses
D No-credit if taken after Chemistry 101.