CHEM301 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
| Course Code: | 2340301 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (4.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 7.0 |
| Department: | Chemistry |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. METİN ZORA |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
To get the students acquainted with the knowledge of ethers, epoxides, thiols, sulfides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines and related heterocycles, carbohydrates, aminoacids, peptides and proteins in terms of synthesis, reactions and spectroscopic properties.
Course Content
Detailed study of Aromatic Compounds, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic acids (and their derivatives), and amines. The course also introduces students to spectroscopic identification of organic compounds. Mechanistic approach is used throughout the course.
Prerequisite: CHEM 234 or CHEM 220 and consent of the department.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to extend their knowledge and discuss the topics related to functional groups and/or organic compounds such as ethers, epoxides, thiols, sulfides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines and related heterocycles, carbohydrates, aminoacids, peptides and proteins.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Capable 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. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Capable of using modern methods and computational tools necessary for chemistry applications. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Capable of doing both disciplinary and interdisciplinary teamwork. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Capable of acting independently, taking initiatives and having analytical thinking skills. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Capable of using mathematics, physics and biology knowledge to solve chemistry problems. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Capable of grasping the importance of lifelong learning, following the developments in science and technology and on contemporary issues for self development | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Capable of working individually and making independent decisions, expressing own ideas verbally and non-verbally. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Capable of having professional and ethical responsibility. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Competent in a foreign language to follow latest technological developments in chemistry. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | Capable of following the developments in chemistry both at national and international level. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | Capable 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. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | Capable of explaining the differences between chemistry and chemical engineering education and job descriptions at various levels including students, society and the industry. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution