Organometallic Chemistry

Catalog description

Modern organometallic chemistry continues to find unique applications including next generation lighting displays, therapeutics and imaging, energy science, and green chemical synthesis. In this course we will briefly review fundamentals of inorganic chemistry (MO theory, ligand field theory, Pearson’s HSAB theory), and then delve into the structure, bonding, synthesis, reactivity, and mechanisms associated with organometallic complexes and their associated applications. Significant emphasis will be placed on effective oral and written communication skills, with frequent peer and instructor feedback provided. Prerequisites: CHEM 0360 , CHEM 0500 . PLEASE NOTE: This class is WRIT designated for Undergraduates Only. Graduate students should register for CHEM 2310 . Undergraduates should register for CHEM 1560N .