Organic Chemistry I Lab

Catalog description

This Organic Chemistry I Laboratory course is intended to introduce students to major concepts and techniques in organic chemistry through laboratory experiments. The course will provide training in the techniques of the organic chemistry laboratory, such as carrying out chemical reactions and purification of chemical mixtures. Purification methods such as recrystallization, extraction, distillation, and column chromatography will be utilized. Chemical identification and purity will be determined by methods such as chemical tests, melting point, boiling point, thin-layer chromatography (TLC), gas chromatography (GC) and spectroscopy: infrared (IR), ultraviolet (UV) and visible light. Expanding students knowledge base and critical thinking skills will help students to prepare for a wide array of potential future challenges, including the upper level courses, organic requirements for medical schools, and independent research. This course satisfies: Chemistry Major: Additional Required Courses. Prereq or coreq: Organic Chem I ( CHEM-SHU 225 ) Fulfillment : Biology Major Additional Required Courses; Chemistry Major Additional Required Courses.