Students review the basic principles of chemical bonding as they apply to organic molecules and are introduced to the concepts of functional groups, nomenclature, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms. The systematic chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers are discussed, in addition to the theory and use of spectroscopy in identifying organic compounds. Students are expected to apply their knowledge to problem-solve, deduce structures, and synthesize simple organic molecules using the studied reactions. The relationships between organic chemistry and other disciplines are noted. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for the course, but CHEM 1503, CHEM 1505, CHEM 1523, CHEM 1525 are recommended. Note: Students cannot get credit for more than one of CHEM 2120, CHEM 2123.
Students review the basic principles of chemical bonding as they apply to organic molecules and are introduced to the concepts of functional groups, nomenclature, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms. The systematic chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers are discussed, in addition to the theory and use of spectroscopy in identifying organic compounds. Students are expected to apply their knowledge to problem-solve, deduce structures, and synthesize simple organic molecules using the studied reactions. The relationships between organic chemistry and other disciplines are noted. Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for the course, but CHEM 1503, CHEM 1505, CHEM 1523, CHEM 1525 are recommended. Note: Students cannot get credit for more than one of CHEM 2120, CHEM 2123.
