Chemistry

Why Study Chemistry

A degree in chemistry prepares students to be competitive in our increasingly technological society. We instruct students in organic, inorganic and biochemistry, and ready students for careers in basic research, pharmaceuticals, environmental protection, instrumentation, new product and process development, and education.

Careers for chemists in academics include university teaching and science teaching in the secondary school, an area that will expand greatly in the future. In addition, there is a need for technically trained people in non-traditional areas such as marketing and sales, scientific information, patent law, health and safety, and handling of hazardous materials.

An advanced chemistry degree can also provide a strong foundation for studies at medical, dental, veterinary, and pharmacy schools.

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For program requirements and full course listings, view Chemistry degrees and certificates information.

Associate in Science

Biochemistry, AS Program Map
Chemistry, AS Program Map —NOTE: When viewing this program map, you may select from two pathways — 1. Precalculus; and 2. Calculus.

Quick Look at Chemistry Courses

For a quick look at Chemistry courses at Foothill, see list below. For complete course details, including units, hours and prerequisites, view course catalog. For when a course is offered, view class schedule. [Link to dept schedule]

CHEM 1A General Chemistry
CHEM 1B General Chemistry
CHEM 1C General Chemistry & Qualitative Analysis
CHEM 12A Organic Chemistry
CHEM 12AL Organic Chemistry Laboratory
CHEM 12B Organic Chemistry
CHEM 12BL Organic Chemistry Laboratory
CHEM 12C Organic Chemistry
CHEM 12CL Organic Chemistry Laboratory
CHEM 25 Fundamentals of Chemistry
CHEM 30A Survey of Inorganic & Organic Chemistry
CHEM 30B Survey of Organic & Biochemistry
CHEM 70R Independent Study in Chemistry
CHEM 71R Independent Study in Chemistry
CHEM 72R Independent Study in Chemistry
CHEM 73R Independent Study in Chemistry
CHEM 81 Learners Engaged in Advocating for Diversity in STEM

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