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CHEM 12B

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY · 4 units · used in 323 transfer pathways

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About this course

This course is the continuation of CHEM 12A. Emphasis is on structure-reactivity relationships of organic compounds, mechanisms of functional group transformations, and synthesis of organic target compounds from simple precursors. For chemistry, biological science, and environmental science majors, and for pre-professional students in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, or any other interested students who have mastered the prerequisites.

Sections this term

Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTC

No section is scheduled at Foothill College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisites: CHEM 12A
  • andCHEM 12ALORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY

Catalog wording: “Prerequisites: CHEM 12A and CHEM 12AL.

Advisory: “Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 12BL recommended, as CHEM 12B and 12BL are required for progression to CHEM 12C.

Transfer pathways that use CHEM 12B

ASSIST maps CHEM 12B to a requirement in 323 published pathways from Foothill College — 24 shown.

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