Associate of Science - Chemistry

Chemistry is the study of the composition of matter, its structure, and the means by which it is converted from one form to another. Related to chemistry is molecular biology. Students interested in matter as it applies to life should also take courses in the life sciences. Most courses require mathematics prerequisites. Placement is determined by the Mathematics Assessment Process, which should be taken before registration. It is essential that students start with mathematics during the first semester.

Chemistry majors are advised to give priority to lower-division requirements for the major as they are prerequisites for most upper division courses. Only as many general education courses should be taken as can be included in the 70-unit transfer limitation, and these must be chosen with care to insure that they fit into the general education pattern at the transfer institution.

Program Student Learning Outcome: • Solve quantitative chemistry problems and demonstrate reasoning clearly and completely.