Chemistry
12 courses · Solano Community College · 2025-2026 Catalog
Classes: Spring 2026
CHEM 001 General Chemistry I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 6 hours lab weekly, 162 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CHEM 160 (Introductory Chemistry) recommended for students with no previous chemistry or CHEM 010 (Intermediate Chemistry) recommended for students who have had an introductory level chemistry course or Score of 3,4,or 5 on the AP Chemistry exam and Intermediate algebra or three years of high school mathematics, including two years of algebra. and Prerequisites are required in both MATH and one of the options for CHEM.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 110, 120S = CHEM 001 + CHEM 002
This is the first course of a two-course general chemistry series exploring topics including atomic structure and theory, the periodic table, bonding, gas laws, stoichiometry, solutions, ionization, thermochemistry and equilibrium. This is for students in science, engineering, medical, kinesiology, and related study. This course requires significant math skills and previous knowledge of fundamental chemistry concepts. Field trips and online work may be required.
CHEM 002 General Chemistry II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 6 hours lab weekly, 162 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CHEM 001 (General Chemistry I)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 120S = CHEM 001 + CHEM 002
This is the second course of a two-course general chemistry emphasizing the theories and principled on electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, acid-base equilibrium, thermodynamics, descriptive chemistry and quantitative and qualitative analysis. This course requires significant math skills and previous knowledge of fundamental chemistry concepts. Field trips and online work may be required.
CHEM 003 Organic Chemistry I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CHEM 002 (General Chemistry II)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 150, CHEM 160S = CHEM 003 + CHEM 004
First half of a two-semester course (CHEM 003 and CHEM 004) that begins a survey of organic chemistry for students in chemical, biological, health science, and related professions. Topics include analysis of structure and nomenclature, bonding, isomerism, and basic reaction mechanisms of organic chemicals. Functional groups considered include alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, and alkyl halides and ethers. Basic organic laboratory procedures are introduced along with spectral analysis, simple syntheses, and reactions described in lecture. Field trip may be required. Online homework and quizzes may be required.
CHEM 004 Organic Chemistry II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 144 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CHEM 003 (Organic Chemistry I)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 160S = CHEM 003 + CHEM 004
Second half of a two semester course sequence (CHEM 003 and CHEM 004). Topics include analysis of structure, nomenclature, and reaction mechanisms of conjugated systems, aromatics, organometallics, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids and acid derivatives, and various functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids. The laboratory will emphasize more advanced work and the application of instrumentation in organic chemistry. Field trip may be required. Online homework and quizzes may be required.
CHEM 010 Intermediate Chemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 3 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- Intermediate algebra or three years of high school mathematics, including two years of algebra; Intermediate algebra or three years of high school mathematics, including two years of algebra
- Advisory
- CHEM 030 (Chemistry and Society) Recommended for students that have never taken a chemistry course.; CHEM 160 (Introductory Chemistry) Recommended for students that have taken a high school chemistry course.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 101
An emphasis on the chemistry of inorganic compounds and covers selected topics such as atomic theory, bonding, equations, gas laws, solutions, acid-base theory, and oxidation-reduction. The course is intended as preparation for pathways in chemistry, allied health, and general education. Field trip may be required. Online homework may be required. NOTE: Not open for credit to students who have completed CHEM 001.
CHEM 011 Basic Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 3 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- CHEM 001 (General Chemistry I) or CHEM 010 (Intermediate Chemistry)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 102
A survey of organic and biochemistry for nursing majors and other allied health fields. Topics include organic functional groups involved in biochemistry and the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. These topics are discussed in the context of cellular metabolism and human health. The laboratory component will support the course topics including both qualitative and quantitative experiments, and analysis of data. Online work may be required.
CHEM 012 Chemistry for the Health Sciences
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 6 hours lab weekly, 162 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Intermediate algebra or three years of high school mathematics, including two years of algebra. and CHEM 160 (Introductory Chemistry) Recommended for students that have taken a high school Chemistry course. or Intermediate algebra or three years of high school mathematics, including two years of algebra. and CHEM 030 (Chemistry and Society) Strongly recommended for students who have never taken Chemistry
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An overview of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry for majors in nursing and other allied health occupations. Please consult with a counselor and/or transfer program to ensure course meets their respective program requirements. Field trip may be required. Online homework may be required.
CHEM 030 Chemistry and Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 100
Chemistry course for non-science majors covering real world applications of chemistry in the home, the environment, nutrition, health, fitness, and medicine. NOTE: Not open for students who have completed CHEM 001, CHEM 010, or equivalent. It is recommended to take both CHEM 030 and CHEM 030L in the same semester. Field trips may be required.
CHEM 030L Chemistry and Society Laboratory
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Corequisite
- CHEM 030 (Chemistry and Society)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Chemistry laboratory course for non-science majors. The experiments will help students understand and apply chemistry principles in our world and may involve the environment, nutrition, health, fitness, and medicine. Note: It is recommended to take concurrently with CHEM 030. Field trips may be required. Online work may be required.
CHEM 160 Introductory Chemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 3 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
An introductory course recommended for students who have never taken a Chemistry course. Exposing students to the fundamental principles and laws of General Chemistry. NOTE: Not open to students who have completed CHEM 001, CHEM 010, or equivalent. Field trips may be required. Online work may be required.
CHEM 501 Chemistry Preparedness
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1.5 hours lab weekly, 27 contact hours total
This course will help students increase their math and number skills that are necessary to be successful in chemistry. Topics may include but are not limited to: algebra for chemistry, simplifying expressions, exponents, scientific notation, using a scientific calculator, conversions, dimensional analysis, and the mole concept. No additional homework will be required outside of the weekly hours expected of students. This is for students who have not taken a college level algebra course or feel they need a review in algebra for chemistry concepts. This course can be taken concurrently with or in preparation for any chemistry course.
CHEM 505 Supplemental Instruction in Chemistry
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 hours lab weekly, 18 contact hours total
An Open-Entry, open-exit course for students who seek academic support, through supplemental instruction, to fill in missing prerequisite knowledge and strengthen their problem solving skills in the following course/courses: CHEM 160, 010, 011, 012 , 001, 002, 003, 004 at Solano College.