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Catalog Description Formerly known as ENGL 0001B Prerequisite: Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent Hours: 54 lecture Description: In this course, students are introduced to works by diverse authors and major literary genres, developing close reading and analytical writing skills. Students also develop appreciation for and critical understanding of the cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (C-ID ENGL 120) (CSU, UC) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Analyze and evaluate literature. CSLO #2: Evaluate and apply research sources, including literary criticism. CSLO #3: Construct formal and informal college-level compositions about literature. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives 1. Interpret and analyze a variety of diverse texts. 2. Identify key elements of major literary genres (including poetry, drama, fiction) in order to analyze and interpret texts. 3. Define common literary terms and apply them to the analysis of specific texts. 4. Compose formal written analyses of texts by diverse authors that demonstrate appropriate academic discourse and the conventions of literary analysis. 5. Integrate research, including primary and secondary sources, applying documentation skills responsibly and effectively.  General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability AA/AS - Critical Thinking AA/AS - Arts and Humanities AA/AS - Comm & Analyt Thinking AA/AS - Literature & Language AA/AS - Reading Skills CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) CSUGE - A3 Critical Thinking CSUGE - C2 Humanities Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) Cal-GETC 1B - Critical Thinking IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) IGETC - 1B Crit Think Eng Comp Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Example: In groups of four, students will discuss and explain the rhyme scheme in an assigned poem. Essay Examinations Example: Students will write an in-class essay analyzing one literary element in a short story (setting, point of view, tone or style, characterization) and explaining how it works in elucidating the story's theme. Instructor will grade using departmental rubric to communicate strengths and weaknesses of the essay's argument, use of evidence, style/tone, organization, and awareness of audience. Objective Examinations Example: In an objective exam, students will identify and differentiate between denotative and connotative language in a poem. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: Instructor presents a lecture and organizes small group discussion on the elements of literature, explaining the ways that characterization, setting, point of view, style, and tone affect meaning. Students identify elements in assigned reading and explain how they influence interpretation. Instructor presents an overview of literary theory such as feminism and its basic tenets; Instructor then explains to students how to use feminist theory in analyzing a literary text. In groups, students produce a feminist analysis of the story. Distance Learning On discussion board, instructor poses question about the significance of the cultural perspectives on the Vietnam war as it relates to setting in "The Things They Carried." In online discussion, students will explain the connections between the social/cultural environment of the Vietnam war era, and the ways in which this environment is utilized via settings to create mood, contribute to theme, provide conflict, etc. in the novel. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read the play, "Ruined" by Lynn Nottage and annotate. 2. Read Tim O'Brien's story, "The Things They Carried" and prepare to discuss study questions. 3. Read Langston Hughes's poem, "Mother to Son" and note the use of imagery. Prepare to discuss. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. In groups of four, analyze the use of imagery and symbolism as they pertain to your interpretations in "The Things They Carried" and prepare to share with the class. 2. In a 1,500 word essay, compare and contrast the characters of Mama Nadi and Christian in the play "Ruined", explaining how their similarities and differences illustrate the play's conflicts and themes. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Author: Kennedy, X. J. Publisher: Pearson Longman Publication Date: 2015 Text Edition: 13th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Norton Introduction to Literature Author: Mays, Kelly J Publisher: W. W. Norton Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 15th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Bedford Introduction to Literature Author: Meyer, Michael Publisher: Bedford/St.Martins Publication Date: 2013 Text Edition: 10th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Literature and Its Authors Author: Charters and Charters Publisher: Bedford/St. Martins Publication Date: 2012 Text Edition: 6th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Writing About Literature: A Portable Guide. Author: Gardner, Janet E. Publisher: Boston: Bedford/St. Martins Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: 6th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 1A or 3B with grade of "C" or better Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 strongly recommended Hours: 162 (54 lecture, 108 laboratory) Description: A continuation of CHEM 1A. Includes chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base theory, thermodynamics, electro-chemistry, modern theories of bonding, and nuclear chemistry through related lecture and laboratory exercises. Note: CHEM 1A/1B sequence may be started any semester. (combined with CHEM 1A or CHEM 3A/3B, C-ID CHEM 120S) (CSU, UC-with unit limitation) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Demonstrate proficiency in solving problems and analyzing data related to molecular structure and bonding. CSLO #2: Demonstrate proficiency in solving problems and analyzing data related to chemical and physical equilibrium. CSLO #3: Demonstrate proficiency in solving problems and analyzing data related to chemical kinetics (dynamics) and thermodynamics (energetics). CSLO #4: Demonstrate proficiency in solving problems and analyzing data related to electrochemistry (redox) and transition metal ion bonding. CSLO #5: Demonstrate proficiency in scientific communication. Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 162 Outside of Class Hours 108 Total Student Learning Hours 270 Course Objectives Given a periodic chart, an ion chart, a strong and weak electrolyte chart, and a calculator, students will perform the following on written examinations, on laboratory exercises, or in laboratory experiments: Lecture Objectives: 1. solve for the rate equation given appropriate kinetic data; 2. evaluate proposed mechanisms using rate laws; 3. solve rate problems using the rate equation; 4. compute the equilibrium constant for a reaction; 5. calculate the concentrations of reactants and products for an equilibrium reaction; 6. determine the result of disturbing a chemical equilibrium; 7. identify the acid and base in an acid-base chemical equation; 8. solve acid-base equilibrium problems involving buffers; 9. compute the pH of a water solution; 10. calculate the equilibrium constant for a precipitation reaction; and 11. compute the concentrations of reactants and products for a precipitation reaction. 12. solve thermodynamic problems involving enthalpy, entropy, and free energy; 13. solve problems involving thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium; 14. solve problems using Coulomb's Law; 15. solve problems involving chemical potential and free energy; 16. compute the cell voltage using standard potentials; 17. compute the cell voltage in non-standard conditions using the Nernst equation; 18. explain corrosion using oxidation-reduction reactions; 19. explain the chemistry of the main group elements using appropriate balanced equations and basic chemical principles; 20. explain the chemistry of the transition elements using appropriate balanced equations and basic chemical principles; 21. solve nomenclature problems involving coordination compounds; 22. solve problems involving the geometry, color, structure, etc., of coordination compounds using the bonding theories that explain their behavior; 23. demonstrate nuclear reactions by completing and balancing nuclear equations; 24. solve half-life problems; 25. explain nuclear fusion and fission using words and appropriate equations; 26. solve problems involving rate of nuclear decay; 27. solve problems involving isotopic dilution. Laboratory Objectives: 1. perform laboratory experiments to reinforce the concepts presented in lecture; 2. exhibit cooperative and individual skills in the collection and analysis of data; 3. develop clear, cogent reporting of experimental observations, analysis, and conclusions; 4. investigate factors that determine reaction rates; 5. determine the rate equation and the activation energy for a specific reaction using the initial rates data collected; 6. investigate factors influencing equilibrium; 7. Determine the equilibrium constant of chemical system 8. investigate the use pH indicators to determine the pH of a solution; 9. explore properties of acids and bases; observe the behavior of buffer solutions; 10. determine dissociation constant of an monoprotic acid; 11. students will calculate and prepare buffer solutions to a given pH value; 12. determine the solubility constant of a solid using titration methods; 13. investigate relative oxidizing/reducing strength of species to create an activity series 14. measure cell voltages and diagram the resulting cells; 15. use measured cell voltages to determine Ksp and Kf values; 16. investigate corrosion using oxidation-reduction reactions to explain the observations; 17. investigate the chemistry of various transition elements using appropriate balanced equations and basic chemical principles to explain the observations; 18. verify the relationship between the observed colors of transition compounds, the recorded visible spectrum, and the splitting energy predicted by the ligand field theory; 19. verify the identity of unknown ionic species using qualitative analysis. A minimum of 20 of the 32 (maximum) lab sessions during the semester will be experiments which require the student to obtain, record, and analyze observations and measurements. A range of 22-24 lab sessions of this type is most commonly scheduled. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability AA/AS - Physical Sciences AS - Physical Science Lab AA/AS - Natural Sciences AA/AS - Natural Sciences Laboratory CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) CSUGE - B1 Physical Science CSUGE - B3 Lab Activity Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) IGETC - 5A Physical Science IGETC - 5C Laboratory Science Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Example: Students will be given quizzes and unit examinations throughout the semester, which may include multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer, essay, and problem solving questions. For example, “what does a rate constant greater than one imply about a chemical reaction?” Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will be given quizzes and unit examinations throughout the semester, which may include multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer, essay, and problem solving questions. For example, “The rate constant for a given reaction is 2.57/M-s at 700K and is 567/M-s at 900 K. What is the activation energy for this reaction? Reports Example: Students will turn in laboratory reports for experiments performed in class. For example students will turn in a laboratory report on a chemical kinetics experiment. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will be asked to perform laboratory experiments which will require successful completion of tasks after the instructor has clearly demonstrated the activity and has answered student questions concerning the activity. For example, students will be evaluated on accurately determining the pKa of ammonium chloride from a potentiometric titration. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: Laboratory Notebook: On a weekly basis, the instructor will provide instructions and examples of maintaining a laboratory notebook for an experiment involving topics such as chemical kinetics, and the students will maintain their laboratory notebook for the semester, recording all experiments performed. Students will be evaluated on the clarity of scientific communication in addition to their performance of the experiment (Lab Objective 3:Develop clear, cogent reporting of experimental observations, analysis, and conclusions ). Lecture: In Class or Distance Learning: A multimedia slide presentation is used to present the concepts of chemical kinetics in detail utilizing graphics and video segments for emphasis and clarity. Example problems are demonstrated by the instructor at appropriate times throughout the presentation. Students are always encouraged to ask questions during the lecture. In the online modality, the information is presented to the students through the LMS using video lectures or a multimedia slide presentation. Students will participate through LMS discussion board. (Lecture Objectives 1-3: chemical kinetics). In Class or Distance Learning: A classroom demonstration is used to illustrate concepts of chemical equilibrium in action, followed by the students performing an experiment to explore and learn about the topic covered. This is followed up by the students completing a lab report of their lab experiment. In the online modality, students may watch a video of the demonstration and of the experimental procedure, followed up by students completing a lab report. In the online modality lab reports would be submitted through LMS (Lecture and Lab Objective 6: chemical equilibrium ). Distance Learning A classroom discussion covering chemical thermodynamics is followed by a worksheet that students will complete working in small groups while the instructor roams the room, offering guidance to facilitate learning. In the online modality, this will be accomplished using breakout groups or discussion boards. The instructor will facilitate problem-solving through the discussion board or the breakout groups (Lecture Objective 12: chemical thermodynamics). Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read a section from the textbook. Be prepared to use the content to participate in the classroom and to complete assigned problems from the textbook. For example: Read the section on colligative properties from the textbook. Be prepared to use the content to participate in the classroom and to complete assigned problems from the textbook. 2. Read a laboratory and prepare a prelaboratory report. For example: Read the iodine clock reaction laboratory and prepare a prelaboratory report. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write the prelaboratory report for a laboratory. For example: Write the prelaboratory report for the iodine clock reaction laboratory. 2. Solve problems. For example: Determine the rate order of iodide in the experiment. 3. Perform laboratory experiments and determine the percent error. For example: Perform the calcium hydroxide solubility product constant laboratory and determine the percent error in the equilibrium constant value. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Chemistry a Molecular Approach Author: Tro Publisher: Pearson Publication Date: 2020 Text Edition: 5th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Experiments in General Chemistry Lab Author: Wentworth and Munk Publisher: Cengage Learning Publication Date: 2012 Text Edition: 10th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Calculator, Laboratory Packet, Laboratory goggles, Laboratory coat, and Laboratory Notebook.