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Chemistry Diagnostic/Chemistry Info & Flow Chart
Qualify for Chemistry Courses
Chemistry course options
Chem 60, Chemistry for Allied Health Sciences, does not require a math or chemistry placement. Completion of Math 150A, Elementary Algebra, is recommended. This course is not part of the chemistry pathway. It is typically taken by students preparing for allied health careers such as nursing, dental hygiene, and some transfer programs.
Chem 42, Introductory General Chemistry, is the first course in the Chemistry sequence. It is for students who have never taken a chemistry course or for those who feel they need a chemistry review before Chem 1A or 4A. The only prerequisite for Chem 42 is Math 155, Intermediate Algebra, or 2 years of high school algebra. Send an official transcript and submit the Prerequisite Equivalency Form if you are using high school math or math from another college to satisfy this prerequisite. A math placement score for a course higher than intermediate algebra also satisfies the prerequisite.
Students who think they may be ready for CHEM 1A or 4A without completing CHEM 42 should take the Chemistry Diagnostic test and complete the Review Questionnaire form at the Testing & Support Services office. Approval for placement directly in to CHEM 1A or 4A is based on the Chemistry Diagnostic Review Questionnaire and Test (This is not a Placement Test).
Math Prerequisites & Sequence of Chemistry & Physics Courses
