Organic Chemistry I (CH 340) - Fall SemesterThis course is designed to teach the fundamental concepts and ideas in organic chemistry. During this semester, chemical bonding, structures, reactions, and preparations of several important classes of organic compounds (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides) are covered. Also discussed is the systematic naming of these compounds (nomenclature). The concept of stereochemistry will be introduced. Students will also learn the mechanisms (how a product is formed) of several basic types of organic chemical reactions. Finally, spectroscopic methods of analyzing chemical structures will be discussed. These include mass spectrometry (MS), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (CH 342) - Fall SemesterThis course is designed to give students "hands-on" experience with the skills and techniques commonly used in an organic chemsitry lab. During this semester, students learn several methods of isolation, purification, and identification of organic compounds. They will also carry out a few chemical syntheses. Many types of equipment and glassware will be introduced. General Chemistry Laboratory (CH 121A) - Summer SessionThis is the laboratory portion of General Chemistry (CH 121). The purpose is to provide chemical laboratory experience to students who are non-science majors. CH 121 is a one-semester course. Organic Chemistry II (CH 341) - Spring SemesterThis is the continuation of Organic Chemistry I (CH 340). During this semester, students are introduced to other important classes of organic compounds (aromatic compounds, alcohols, carbonyl compounds, amines, etc.). Many new concepts, reactions, and reaction mechanisms related to these compounds are discussed. Students will also extend their ability to design syntheses of organic compounds with various functional groups. Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (CH 343) - Spring SemesterThis is the continuation of Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (CH 342). During this semester, students use methods and techniques learned previously to synthesize different types of organic compounds. They will also use IR and NMR spectroscopies to determine the structure and purity of the compounds they synthesize. Spectroscopy (CH 362) - Spring Semester (Odd-numbered Year) |
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