CHEM457 ORGANIC CHEM. SOME BIOL.ACTIVE COMPOU.

Course Code:2340457
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:7.5
Department:Chemistry
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
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Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

The course is designed to enable students to adopt a more critical outlook towards organic synthesis. Certain fundamental chemical reactions leading to molecules with biological or synthetic significance are reviewed. Some of the classes of compounds studied: steroids, alkaloids, postglandines, B-lactams, tetracyclines. Certain aspects of the pharmaceutical industry including that of Turkey is surveyed.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
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1Capable of designing solutions for a problem defined with a purpose by taking experimental steps, performing experiments, using standard and modern instruments, analysing data, interpreting results.
2Capable of using modern methods and computational tools necessary for chemistry applications.
3Capable of doing both disciplinary and interdisciplinary teamwork.
4Capable of acting independently, taking initiatives and having analytical thinking skills.
5Capable of using mathematics, physics and biology knowledge to solve chemistry problems.
6Capable of grasping the importance of lifelong learning, following the developments in science and technology and on contemporary issues for self development
7Capable of working individually and making independent decisions, expressing own ideas verbally and non-verbally.
8Capable of having professional and ethical responsibility.
9Competent in a foreign language to follow latest technological developments in chemistry.
10Capable of following the developments in chemistry both at national and international level.
11Capable of doing laboratory experiments, in a green and sustainable way, without harming humans, environment and nature, and taking the necessary precautions to reduce the harmful chemicals and waste.
12Capable of explaining the differences between chemistry and chemical engineering education and job descriptions at various levels including students, society and the industry.

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