{ "college": "rio-hondo-college", "edition": "2026-2027", "code": "CHEM", "name": "Chemistry", "sourceUrl": "https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22181/25453/24446", "courses": [ { "code": "CHEM 110", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "110", "title": "Chemistry for Allied Health Majors", "units": "5", "hours": "72 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This introductory course covers the fundamental concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between chemistry and the health and medical sciences, making the course especially appropriate for students pursuing careers in nursing and other health-related fields, including kinesiology and psychology. Weekly laboratory activities allow students to empirically verify concepts presented in lectures. No prior background in chemistry is required or expected.", "notes": [ "Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra or pre-statistics course. It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.", "Transfer: UC credit limitation. Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: CHEM 110, CHEM 120; no credit if taken after CHEM 130" ], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 3, "open": 3, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/summer-2026/chem/#chem-110", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 12, "open": 12, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-110", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 11, "open": 11, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-110", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 120", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "120", "title": "Introduction to Chemistry", "units": "5", "hours": "72 Lecture, 54 Lab", "cid": [ "CHEM 101" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This one-semester course is designed for students intending to major in science or engineering. The course primarily prepares students for CHEM130; additionally, it fulfills the General Education requirement in the physical sciences. This course introduces the fundamental principles of general chemistry, with emphasis on chemical nomenclature and quantitative problems in chemistry. The lecture presents classical and modern chemistry, including atomic theory, periodic properties, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, acids and bases, gas laws, and solutions. The laboratory introduces the techniques of experimental chemistry with examples from all areas of chemistry.", "notes": [ "Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.", "Transfer: UC credit limitation. Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: CHEM 110, CHEM 120; no credit if taken after CHEM 130" ], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 3, "open": 3, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/summer-2026/chem/#chem-120", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 9, "open": 8, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-120", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 8, "open": 8, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-120", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 130", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "130", "title": "General Chemistry I", "units": "5", "hours": "54 Lecture, 108 Lab", "prerequisite": "CHEM 120", "advisory": "ENGL C1000, MATH 175", "cid": [ "CHEM 110, CHEM 120S" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence designed for students intending to major in science and engineering. The lecture course covers classical and modern chemistry, with applications in stoichiometry and classical atomic theory of chemistry, periodic properties, gas laws, modern quantum theory of atomic and molecular structure and periodic properties, thermochemistry, liquids and solids, and solution chemistry. The laboratory introduces experimental chemistry with examples from all areas of chemistry.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "summer-2026", "name": "Summer 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 2, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/summer-2026/chem/#chem-130", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 4, "open": 4, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-130", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 4, "open": 4, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-130", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 140", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "140", "title": "General Chemistry II", "units": "5", "hours": "54 Lecture, 108 Lab", "prerequisite": "CHEM 130", "advisory": "ENGL C1000, MATH 180, MATH 185", "cid": [ "CHEM 120S" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "CHEM 140 is a continuation of CHEM 130. Theory and techniques of elementary physical chemistry are stressed. Emphasis is placed on the dynamics of chemical change using thermodynamics and reaction kinetics as the major tools. A thorough treatment of equilibrium is given, with many examples of acid/base, buffer, solubility, and complex ions. Entropy and free energy, electrochemistry, coordination compounds and a brief introduction to organic chemistry and nuclear chemistry are presented. Various analytical techniques used in modern chemistry are introduced. Descriptive chemistry of representative metallic and nonmetallic elements is included. The Laboratory introduces experimental chemistry with examples from areas of kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base and buffer preparation, differential titration, electrochemistry, and qualitative analysis. Modern instrumental methods are used in some exercises.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 2, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-140", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 2, "open": 2, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-140", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 230", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "230", "title": "Organic Chemistry I", "units": "5", "hours": "54 Lecture, 108 Lab", "prerequisite": "CHEM 140", "cid": [ "CHEM 150, CHEM 160S" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This course, the first of a two-semester sequence, provides a rigorous introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of organic chemistry. Several topics will be explored in depth, including molecular structure and hybridization, applications of acid/base theory to organic compounds, stereochemistry, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, dienes, substitution and elimination reactions, and spectroscopic methods of analysis (e.g., infrared (IR), ultraviolet/visible (UV/VIS), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)). Particular emphasis will be placed on thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of reactions and detailed examination of reaction mechanisms. Laboratory exercises are designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the essential techniques of organic chemistry, including the determination of melting points, thin-layer and column chromatography, extraction, distillation, and spectroscopic analysis of products. This course is appropriate for students majoring in chemistry, biological sciences, and chemical engineering, and satisfies the admissions requirements for medical, dental, veterinary, and other health-related graduate programs.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-230", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-230", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 231", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "231", "title": "Organic Chemistry II", "units": "5", "hours": "54 Lecture, 108 Lab", "prerequisite": "CHEM 230", "cid": [ "CHEM 160S" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This course, the second of a two-semester sequence, provides a rigorous introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of organic chemistry. The chemistry of aromatic and carbonyl-containing compounds is emphasized throughout the course of the semester. Bioorganic compounds are introduced. Particular emphasis is placed on thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of reactions, the detailed examination of reaction mechanisms, and the design of multi-step syntheses. Laboratory exercises require students to use techniques learned in the previous semester to carry out more complex reactions and multi-step synthesis. Additionally, students investigate the techniques of organic qualitative analysis. This course is appropriate for students majoring in chemistry, biological sciences, and chemical engineering, and satisfies the admissions requirements for medical, dental, veterinary, and other health-related graduate programs.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/fall-2026/chem/#chem-231", "subject": "CHEM" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/rio-hondo-college/schedule/spring-2027/chem/#chem-231", "subject": "CHEM" } ] }, { "code": "CHEM 299", "subject": "CHEM", "number": "299", "title": "Directed Study: Chemistry", "units": "1", "hours": "54 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Independent Study/Directed Study is intended for students who have the ability to assume responsibility for independent work and to prepare written or oral reports and/or appropriate projects. To enroll in an independent study/directed study course, students must possess a 2.5 overall grade point average, a 3.0 grade point average in the discipline of study being requested, or receive an exception from the instructor. Independent Studies/Directed Studies may be developed from any topic arising from or related to a course of study that will result in developing depth and breadth in that subject area. Students will be expected to meet on a regular basis with their faculty sponsor and submit a final report or project, and student progress shall be evaluated at regular intervals. Academic standards for Independent Studies/Directed Studies shall be the same as those for other courses. Units are awarded in accordance to Title V regulations with one unit of credit awarded for 54 hours of Directed Studies, six (6) hours of which must be with an instructor. The instructor is responsible for monitoring student progress through the semester. Students may take directed study courses for a maximum of three (3) units within a discipline, and may not accumulate more than a total of nine (9) units college wide.", "notes": [], "offered": [] } ] }