Chemistry - CHEM
8 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
CHEM B1A General Chemistry I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of CHEM B2A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Eligibility for transfer-level mathematics as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 110, CHEM 120S
Basic principles of chemistry, including atomic structures, stoichiometry, reaction energy, chemical bonding, periodic relationships of the elements, states and properties of matter, solutions, introduction to acids and bases, a brief introduction to descriptive chemistry of the elements, and other topics as appropriate. The laboratory emphasizes quantitative methods.
CHEM B1B General Chemistry and Chemical Analysis
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of CHEM B1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better. AND Successful completion of MATHB70 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Advisory
- Successful completion of MATHB1A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 120S
This course is a continuation of CHEM B1A. The course is intended to provide a broad foundation of chemical principles for science majors. The major topics considered include the properties of solutions and solids, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, solubility products, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. The lab portion of the class will include quantitative measurements based on the same topics.
CHEM B2A Introductory General Chemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of MATH B60 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process. OR Successful completion of MATH B72 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process. OR Successful completion of MATH B75 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 101
Course covers the principles and applications of general college chemistry. It is designed for liberal arts, physical education and some baccalaureate nursing majors. Recommended also for students who need additional background for the more intensive course, CHEM B1A. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed CHEM B1A.
CHEM B10 Chemistry and Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Beginning Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 100
This course introduces student to basic concepts of chemistry and requires analyses of socio-cultural contexts within which chemistry plays a central role. Major topics will include environmental issues, energy, and health. This course is not recommended for science or health-science majors. An outside activity will be required.
CHEM B11 Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent with a grade of C or better or placement using the current college process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to general, organic, and biochemistry using a qualitative and quantitative approach. Topics include physical principles of chemistry; inorganic compounds and reactions; a survey of organic chemistry-classification, compounds, reactions, nomenclature; biochemistry-classification, composition, reactions in living organisms.
CHEM B20 Elementary Organic Chemistry
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of CHEM B1B or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to and study of the chemistry of organic compounds. This course examines the carbon-containing compounds by functional group, their representative types of reactions and theory, and biological classes of compounds: proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. It will prepare students for further study in organic chemistry, and serve those interested in the sciences and related fields, including ones requiring a semester of organic chemistry for transfer/entrance. The laboratory covers fundamental techniques including separation, purification, synthesis, identification, and instrumental analysis. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed CHEM B18.
CHEM B30A Organic Chemistry for Science Majors, I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of CHEM B1B or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 120S
This is the first semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, pre-medicine, and related areas). Taken as a sequence, the course covers fundamental principles and concepts of organic chemistry including (but not limited to) bonding, molecular structure, the standard functional groups, nomenclature, stereochemistry, reactions, and mechanisms. Strong emphasis is placed on reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, multi-step syntheses, and structure elucidation using hands-on modern instrumental methods (multinuclear NMR, FT-IR, GC, etc.). In addition, various modern computational techniques and an introduction to bio-molecules are presented. The laboratory covers preparative and modern analytical techniques and instrumentation, exposure to a variety of reactions and procedures, performing multistep syntheses, and safety and ecologically friendly protocols. C-ID CHEM 120S when CHEM B30A and CHEM B30B are both taken.
CHEM B30B Organic Chemistry for Science Majors, II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of CHEM B30A or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 120S
This is the second semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, pre-medicine, and related areas). Taken as a sequence, the course covers fundamental principles and concepts of organic chemistry including, but not limited to structure, bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, the standard functional groups, reactions, and mechanisms. Special emphasis is placed on reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry of reactions, multi-step syntheses, and structure elucidation using modern instrumental methods (multinuclear NMR, FT-IR, GC, etc.). In addition, various modern computational techniques and an introduction to bio-molecules are presented. C-ID CHEM 120S when CHEM B30A and CHEM B30B are both taken.