Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
General and Introductory Chemistry Education
While the entire Chemistry Department shares the responsibility of teaching general and introductory chemistry courses, the following faculty have invested considerable effort in developing pedagogy and materials to invest our students with the strongest possible foundation in basic chemistry.
Name | Rank | Discipline(s) |
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Dermot Donnelly-Hermosillo, Ph.D. | Associate Professor | Chemical Education |
Joseph Gandler, Ph.D. | Professor | Organic Chemistry |
The following is a summary of our lower division offerings. It is important to choose the courses that fit your academic goals. Read the catalog for more complete descriptions.
Course Number | Course Name |
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CHEM 1A-1B CHEM 1AL-1BL |
General Chemistry - 2 semester sequence for science related majors, pre-med, pre-dental, pharmacy, etc.
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CHEM 3A |
Introductory Chemistry - less rigorous than 1A, for applied science and non-science majors.
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CHEM 3B |
Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry - an introduction to organic and biochemistry for health-oriented professions other
than the pre-professional programs noted above.
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CHEM 8 |
Elementary Organic Chemistry - for students who need a one semester course in organic chemistry.
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CHEM 10 |
Chemistry and Society - for non-science majors to gain perspective on how chemistry is applied to and impacts
today's society (not for students with college credit in chemistry).
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The Chemistry Department also provides specific courses for those who seek a career in teaching, as well as interdisciplinary courses in science that provide units in general education.
Course Number | Course Name |
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NSCI 1A |
Integrated Science: Physics and Chemistry - Basic concepts and misconceptions in physics and chemistry; of special interest
to K-6 teachers.
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NSCI 4 |
Science and Nonsense: Facts, Fads, and Critical Thinking - This course fulfills GE requirement A3 (Critical Thinking) by critically examining
pseudoscientific beliefs vs. arguments based on the process of science.
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NSCI 116 |
Energy, Technology, and Society - Examines the role that chemistry, physics, and technology play in our society.
Designed especially for students planning careers as elementary school teachers.
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