John Zikopoulos, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry

Physical Science

Office: PS 15 - Room: PS208

480-461-7878

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM9:00 AM - 9:50 AM9:00 AM - 9:50 AM9:00 AM - 9:50 AM 

Online

Online

Online

Online

Online

    By appointment

 

Other times not listed are available by appointment.

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

CHM130 Fundamental Chemistry 3 Credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry.

Prerequisites: C/better in [(CHM100 or hgh schl algebra or MAT140/hghr or EdReady Quant&Stat 70/hghr or Coll Alg 80/hghr) and (RDG100 or RDG100LL or hghr or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placemnt)] or permission of the dept.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Chemistry Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14055
Dobson Campus

PS103- Integrated Physics Lec

In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Class Started

CHM260 Fundamental Biochemistry 3 Credits

Structures, properties, and functions of proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids; the utilization and synthesis of these materials by living systems and the relationship of the processes to energy production and utilization.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM230 and CHM230LL) or CHM230AA], or [(CHM235 and CHM235LL) or CHM235AA], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14141
Dobson Campus

In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
-
-

Class Started

Special Class Meeting Information
Location Start End Days Times
PS 1098/20/2024 9/10/2024 TuTh 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
PS109 - Geology Lecture Room9/10/2024 12/13/2024 TuTh 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

CHM260LL Fundamental Biochemistry Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM260.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CHM260 or Corerequisites: CHM260. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14776
Dobson Campus

PS225-Interdisciplinary Lec/La

In Person
Lab
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Class Started

Fall Flex Start 2024

CHM130LL Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM130.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM130.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16145
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
10/15/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
1:30 PM – 4:20 PM

Class Started

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Spring 2025

CHM260 Fundamental Biochemistry 3 Credits

Structures, properties, and functions of proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids; the utilization and synthesis of these materials by living systems and the relationship of the processes to energy production and utilization.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM230 and CHM230LL) or CHM230AA], or [(CHM235 and CHM235LL) or CHM235AA], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26822
Dobson Campus

PS225-Interdisciplinary Lec/La

In Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Open

7 of 24
Seats Available

CHM260LL Fundamental Biochemistry Laboratory 1 Credits

Laboratory experience in support of CHM260.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CHM260 or Corerequisites: CHM260. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26823
Dobson Campus

PS228 Chemistry Breakout Room

In Person
Lab
01/15/2025 – 05/09/2025
We
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

15 of 24
Seats Available

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