Chemistry
11 courses · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
CHEM C100 Principles of Chemistry
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course introduces students to basic concepts of chemistry and requires analyses of the socio-cultural contexts within which chemistry plays a central role. The course is designed to provide a general educational exposure to the physical sciences, specifically chemistry, and is not recommended for science majors.
CHEM C110 Introduction to Chemistry
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- A course taught at the level of beginning algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
A lab science course in principles of inorganic, biochemistry, and organic chemistry for transfer and for associate degree programs in nursing, dietetics, paramedical, and other allied health fields. Familiarity with Elementary Algebra is required. Not for students planning to take CHEM C130.
CHEM C130 Preparation for General Chemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- A course taught at the level of Intermediate algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Introduction to both principles and calculations of chemistry and lab techniques, especially for those who continue with future chemistry courses.
CHEM C140 Survey of Chemistry and Physics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- A course taught at the level of elementary algebra or appropriate math placement.
- C-ID
- PHYS 140
An investigation of basic principles of physics and chemistry including matter, physical and chemical properties, energy, motion, light, atomic structure, bonding, solutions and chemical reactions. The inter-dependence of chemistry and physics will be emphasized. This course is intended for non-science majors. Enrollment Limitation: PHYS C140; students who complete CHEM C140 may not enroll in or receive credit for PHYS C140.
CHEM C180C General Chemistry A
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C130 or a recent high school chemistry course with a grade of C or better, and a course taught at the level of intermediate algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- CHEM 110, CHEM 120 S Seq Course 1
Formerly: CHEM C180 and CHEM C180L. This is the first semester of a one-year course in chemistry intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, geology, physics, pre-medicine), mathematics, and engineering. Introduction to both the principles and mathematical analysis of general chemistry and basic lab techniques, especially for students intending to proceed with further chemistry courses. Topics include atomic structure and bonding, the stoichiometry of chemical equations, thermochemistry, and the behavior of gases and solutions.
CHEM C185C General Chemistry B
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C180C.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 120 S Seq Course 2
Formerly: CHEM C185 and CHEM C185L. This is the second semester of a one-year course in chemistry intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, geology, physics, pre-medicine), mathematics, and engineering. This course continues the examination of the basic principles of inorganic chemistry with a special emphasis on reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid/base and solubility equilibria, enthalpy, entropy and Gibbs free energy, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
CHEM C220 Organic Chemistry A
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C185.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- CHEM 150 Lecture, CHEM 160 S Seq Crse Lec 1
This course is the first semester of Organic Chemistry, a two-semester course, which includes topics on the properties and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds. Emphasis is placed on the reaction mechanisms, fundamental principles, and modern instrumental methods.
CHEM C220L Organic Chemistry A Lab
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C185.
- Corequisite
- CHEM C220.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 150 Lab, CHEM 160 S Seq Crse Lab 1
The laboratory component of Organic Chemistry A emphasizes basic organic chemistry theory and the techniques of separation, purification, synthesis, and analysis of organic compounds, including chromatography and instrumental methods, such as infrared and nuclear magnetic spectroscopy.
CHEM C225 Organic Chemistry B
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C220.
- Corequisite
- CHEM C225L.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 160 S Seq Crse Lec 2
Further study of the structures, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds, with particular emphasis on conjugated molecules, aromatic systems, and carbonyl containing compounds and an introduction to biologically important molecules such as amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.
CHEM C225L Organic Chemistry B Lab
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 108 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C220L.
- Corequisite
- CHEM C225.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- CHEM 160 S Seq Crse Lab 2
Further study of the structures, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds, with particular emphasis on conjugated molecules, aromatic systems, and carbonyl containing-compounds and an introduction to biologically important molecules such as amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.
CHEM C281 Biochemistry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- CHEM C220.
- Advisory
- BIOL C180.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to the chemistry of biology with a focus on the structure and function of biomolecules, metabolic processes, and hormonal regulation. This course serves to satisfy transfer requirements for some biology majors. This course is identical to BIOL C281. Enrollment Limitation: BIOL C281; students who complete CHEM C281 may not enroll in or receive credit for BIOL C281.