CHEMISTRY
Associate in Science Chemistry · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This degree is intended for students planning to transfer to a four-year university and major in chemistry or other STEM fields, to pursue professional health programs, or to work in chemistry related careers.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Determine the chemical or physical properties of substances.
- Evaluate and interpret chemical information using quantitative reasoning.
- Solve qualitative problems involving chemical reactions.
- Communicate chemical concepts.
- Utilize appropriate experimental apparatus, technology, and techniques to safely perform laboratory experiments.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (38-40 credits) Note: Phys 208A and 208B are required for STEM majors at many universities. Check with a counselor or your transfer institution to determine which physics series is required for your target campus and major. | 38-40 | |
| CHEM 201A | GENERAL COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I | 5 |
| CHEM 201B | GENERAL COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II | 5 |
| CHEM 212A | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I | 5 |
| CHEM 212B | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II | 5 |
| MATH 265A | CALCULUS I | 5 |
| MATH 265B | CALCULUS II | 5 |
| PHYS 208A | PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS 1 | 5 |
| PHYS 208B | PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS 2 | 5 |
| orPHYS 205A | GENERAL PHYSICS | 4 |
| PHYS 205B | GENERAL PHYSICS | 4 |
| Total | 38-40 | |