Method
Flexible
Term
FALL
Units
5.0 QUARTER UNITS

Course Description

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This course introduces organic chemistry with a focus on the reactivity and synthesis of organic compounds. Students will explore molecular structure, functional groups, reaction mechanisms, and key synthesis strategies, gaining a foundation for advanced studies in chemistry and biology. 

 

Topics

  • Conjugation and Aromaticity Students examine the structure and reactivity of conjugated π systems, aromatic compounds, and pericyclic reactions through molecular orbital theory and mechanisms.
  • Carbonyl and Functional Group Chemistry The course emphasizes the reactivity of aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and derivatives, including nucleophilic substitution and α-carbon chemistry.
  • Amines and Nitrogen Compounds Students explore the structure and reactivity of amines and their derivatives, with applications in both synthetic and biological contexts.
  • Chemistry of Biomolecules Key biomolecules—carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides, proteins, and lipids—are studied for their structure, reactivity, and biochemical relevance.
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