The Chemistry Associate of Science degree is intended to instill a desire in our students to learn more about chemistry through scientific study, encourage critical thinking about how chemistry impacts the natural world, and help students become scientifically literate citizens who can make informed decisions about chemistry-related issues.

Program Outcomes

1. Students will be able to understand and apply the Scientific Method, including the abilities to demonstrate critical thinking skills, and to draw sound conclusions from collected data and observations.
2. Students will demonstrate content knowledge about chemistry, including knowledge of basic chemical terminology and an understanding of fundamental concepts in chemistry.
3. Students will be able to use appropriate laboratory techniques, equipment, and instruments proficiently. Skills to be mastered shall be determined by the chemistry faculty.

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education. 

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Required Courses
CHEM A180	General Chemistry A	5
CHEM A185	General Chemistry B	5
CHEM A220	Organic Chemistry A	3
CHEM A220L	Organic Chemistry A Lab	2
CHEM A225	Organic Chemistry B	3
CHEM A225L	Organic Chemistry B Laboratory	2
Total Major Units		20
OCC AS General Education 1,2		up to 21
Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirements		varies
Total Minimum Degree Units - OCC AS GE		60

¹

Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.

²

Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.

Program Sequence

These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.

Plan of Study Grid

Year 1
Semester 1		Units
CHEM A180	General Chemistry A 1	5
OCC AS GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE		3
OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE		3
OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE		3
	Units	14
Semester 2
CHEM A185	General Chemistry B	5
OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE		3
OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE		3
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1		4
	Units	15
Year 2
Semester 1
CHEM A220	Organic Chemistry A	3
CHEM A220L	Organic Chemistry A Lab	2
OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE 2		3-4
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1		6
	Units	14-15
Semester 2
CHEM A225	Organic Chemistry B	3
CHEM A225L	Organic Chemistry B Laboratory	2
ELECTIVES (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1		12
	Units	17
	Total Units	60-61

¹

Satisfies OCC AS GE, Area 5

²

VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS

Additional Notations:

Elective units may be chosen toward a different GE pattern, Transfer Major requirements or degree electives depending on goal.