Chemistry
A.S. Degree Major Chemistry · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate of Science degree in Chemistry provides basic courses for a wide variety of occupations, or prepares the student to enter a curriculum in a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree. The major fields of chemistry are inorganic and organic chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical engineering. These fields provide career opportunities in industry, research, and teaching, and also entry into graduate or professional programs such as medicine, pharmacy and other related health fields.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry, AS | 24 | |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 5-10 | |
| CHEM 200A | General Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 200AH | Honors General Chemistry A | 5 |
| : Complete all of the following | 15 | |
| CHEM 200B | General Chemistry B | 5 |
| CHEM 280A | Organic Chemistry A | 5 |
| CHEM 280B | Organic Chemistry B | 5 |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 4-8 | |
| MATH 180 | Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 180H | Honors Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
Learning Outcomes
- Solve problems that embody the intellectual principles of Chemistry.
- Critically analyze, and interpret data to draw valid scientific conclusions and communicate those conclusions in a clear and articulate manner.