Class Detail

The second course in UCSC's three-quarter introductory chemistry series. Topics in this quarter include chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, solution pH, buffers and chemical kinetics. Course consists of in-person lecture and a secondary active learning discussion section. In addition to the lecture, students are required to enroll and attend one discussion section.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3A with a grade of C or better, and previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3BL. Previous or concurrent enrollment in MATH 3 (or equivalent) or a mathematics placement score of 300 or higher is required. Students cannot enroll in CHEM 3B after receiving a 'C' or better in CHEM 1A.

If you completed the prerequisites but get an error message: UCSC Students contact the department for approval to enroll - chemistryadvising@ucsc.edu. Provide proof of prerequisite material.
Visiting Students - prerequisite review is waived in summer. Contact summer@ucsc.edu for a permission number to enroll.
If you are taking CHEM 3A in Session 1, enroll in that course first, then email summer@ucsc.edu for a permission number to register for this class.

Days & Times	Room	Instructor	Meeting Dates
MWF 09:00AM-11:30AM	J Baskin Engr 152	Staff	07/28/25 - 08/29/25