An introduction to molecular structure, functional groups, nomenclature and properties of organic compounds, and reactivity of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alcohols. Associated topics include reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and chirality, and methods of spectroscopic characterization. Laboratory includes techniques in the synthesis and purification (recrystallization, extraction, chromatography) of organic compounds and an introduction to applied spectroscopy (UV-vis, FTIR, NMR, MS).
Prerequisite Courses