CHM 203, 205 - Organic Chemistry IA

Course unit(s): 1
Meets GAR: Meets general academic requirement W when offered as 205.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 104 General Chemistry II .
An investigation of the structure, properties, and reactivity of organic compounds. Topics emphasized include nomenclature, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis. Classroom and laboratory work are closely integrated. Laboratory work includes both collaborative efforts and individual investigations. Preparative and analytical techniques utilized in the synthesis of organic compounds are featured, as well as structure determination, molecular modeling, and investigation of reaction mechanisms. Hands-on use of a variety of instrumentation is emphasized. A total of seven hours lecture, discussion, and laboratory per week.