CHEM 231 – Organic Chemistry I (CRN: 93433)
at Cañada College for Fall 2025
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Course Information
Introduction to the chemistry of hydrocarbons with emphasis on structure and reactivity of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, and conjugated systems. Mechanisms, stereochemistry and spectroscopy are an integral part of the course. Basic synthesis, separation, purification and spectroscopic techniques are introduced in the laboratory. Designed as the first semester of a one-year organic chemistry sequence.
Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Lab hours/semester: 96-108
Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: CHEM 220
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100.
C-ID: CHEM 150; CHEM 160S (both CHEM 231 + 232)
Course Details
Grade Mode: {"L":"Letter Graded-Degree Applicabl"}
Units: 5
Department: Chemistry
Transfer Credit: UC/CSU
Meeting Information
| Instructor | Meeting Date | Meeting Time | Days | Building | Room | Section | Section Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sol Parajon Puenzo | 08/14 - 12/04 | 4:40pm-5:55pm | T, Th | 18 | 0213 | LA | Lecture and/or Discussion |
| Sol Parajon Puenzo | 08/14 - 12/04 | 6:10pm-9:00pm | T, Th | 18 | 0311 | LA | Laboratory/Studio/Activity |
Critical Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Day to Add | August 26, 2025 |
| Last day to drop with a refund | August 26, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop without W Grade | September 1, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop with W Grade | November 12, 2025 |