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CHEM 410 Health Science Chemistry I

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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

This course provides a survey of the core principles of general chemistry, specifically tailored for Health Science and Allied Health majors. Topics span from the metric system, scientific measurement, chemical bonding, solution chemistry, acids and bases, redox reactions, gases, stoichiometry, as well as the study of chemical equilibrium; with particular care and attention given to how these areas of study relate to biological systems. The integrated laboratory component introduces students to fundamental qualitative and quantitative techniques, as well as the study of chemical reactions. This sequence is not intended for students majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or pre-professional programs. Students who complete the CHEM 210-220 sequence and subsequently take CHEM 410-420 will only receive academic credit for CHEM 210-220.

Units: 4
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Lab hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Elementary Algebra or equivalent, or placement by other measures as applicable.
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 5
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC (Cal-GETC Area 5A, 5C)