CHEM2613 — Organic Chemistry I
3 Credits This course is designed to provide a broad understanding of general principles of organic chemistry related to structure, stereochemistry, nomenclature, synthesis, reactions and reaction mechanism of organic compounds including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides etc. Emphasis is on prediction of reaction products using reaction mechanism and synthesis of various organic compounds. Recognize different types of organic molecules and provide correct IUPAC names. Identify fundamental organic reactions like SN1, SN2, E1, E2, addition reaction, nucleophilic substitution of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides. Apply the concept of fundamental organic reactions to predict the product, design the synthesis, and reaction mechanism. Use knowledge of chirality to recognize different stereoisomers and apply the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog convention to the designation of stereochemistry. Perform chemical experiments, use safety rules, and dispose of the chemical waste in a safe and responsible manner.
Prerequisites: CHEM2204