Organic Chemistry I

Catalog description

This foundation course in organic chemistry provides students with an understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts governing carbon-based compounds. Topics include chemical bonding, structures, nomenclature, stereochemistry, reactions and synthesis of several common classes of carbon-based compounds, and reaction mechanisms. Methods for determining chemical structures will also be covered, including mass spectrometry (MS), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Course includes three hours of lecture each week. Prerequisites: CH 152 with a grade of C or better.