Chemistry (CHEM 161)
Frequently Asked Questions about the Chemistry Test
| Question | Answer |
|
Who may take the test? |
Students who want to place into CHEM& 161. Additionally, students must have passed MATH& 141 or MATH& 148 with a grade of at least 2.0, or received a more advanced placement on the math placement test. |
| When can I test? | Come to any test session shown on the testing calendar. |
| What is the time limit? | 45 minutes |
| What is the test format? | Paper/pencil, multiple-choice, 44 questions. |
| What do I bring? | Government-issued photo ID. Receipt showing payment of the $25.00 fee. No personal calculator allowed; TI-30XIIs is supplied. No books or references allowed; a periodic table is supplied. |
| How will I know if I passed? | Students must score at least in the 60 percentile. Come to Student Assessment Services office, RS 76, or see your advisor for score results. |
| Can I retest? | This is a one-time only test. Review before testing. |
| How can I prepare? | Review areas of study below and try the sample questions. |
Areas of Study
Chemistry Principles
Structure of Matter
Atomic and Molecular Theory
The Elements
Quantitative Relationship
Nuclear Chemistry
Aqueous Solution
Kinetics
Chemical Thermodynamics
Oxidation and Reduction
Electro-Chemistry
Periodicity
Equilibrium Systems
Qualitative Analysis and Organic Chemistry
California Chemistry Diagnostic Test Sample Questions
Competency areas: Compounds and elements; states of matter; reactions of matter; structure of matter; periodic properties; solutions; qualitative kinetics and thermodynamics; lab skills, mathematical skills. A Periodic Table is provided with the exam.