# Preparation for STEM Chemistry (Certificate of Competency (noncredit))

Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Mathematics

Source: https://chabot.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/4077/4078/6084/6123/6562

#### Description

Review foundational chemical and mathematical concepts in preparation for college-level chemistry coursework. This certificate is free and students may repeat the course until mastery of the skills is met. The program provides a great opportunity for students who are transitioning to college and are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for some time and want to prepare themselves before transitioning to college-level chemistry. This Certificate of Competency recognizes a student's preparation for transfer-level Chemistry courses.

#### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  Analyze problems critically using logical methodology
2.  Communicate chemical concepts, ideas, definitions, and situations.
3.  Increase confidence and communication in basic chemical analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, and mathematical calculations/concepts.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CHEM 201 | Chemistry Jam and Prep (Active) | 54 |
| MTH 201W | Noncredit Calculus I Corequisite Support Workshop (Active) | 36 |
| or MTH 210 | Math Jam for Business and STEM Mathematics Pathway (Active) | 27 |
| or MTH 221W | Noncredit College Algebra for BSTEM Corequisite Support Workshop (Active) | 36 |
| or MTH 222W | Noncredit Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry Corequisite Support Workshop (Active) | 36 |
| or MTH 253 | Applied Algebra and Data Analysis (Active) | 108 |
| or MTH 255 | Noncredit Intermediate Algebra (Active) | 90 |
| **Total** | | **81-162** |

#### Other Information

Discipline: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Environment

Program Control Number: 44016

TOP Code: 493062 - Secondary Education (Grades 9-12) and G.E.D.

CIP Code: 53.0201 - High School Equivalence Certificate Program