CHEM234 ORGANIC CHEMISTY I
| Course Code: | 2340234 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (4.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Chemistry |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
-basic concepts ionic reaction
-basic concepts of writing reaction mechanisms
-basic conncepts of alkenes; reactivity, stability, and reactions
-basic conncepts of alkynes; reactivity, stability, and reactions
-basic concepts of radicals and their reactions
-basic concepts of alcohols and ethers; synthesis, reactions and physical prperties
-basic concepts of dine systems
Course Content
((For Chem Students)
Introduction to Organic Chemistry. A new mechanistic approach to the study of chemical reactions and a survey of Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Alcohol and Ethers. The course emphasizes Stereochemistry and fundamental properties of organic compounds.
Prerequisite: CHEM 220 or CHEM 229 or
CHEM 231 or CHEM 233
Course Learning Outcomes
-design synthesis of different organic compounds from alkyl halides
-learn oxidizing and readucing reagents
-design synthesis of different organic compounds from alkenes
-design synthesis of different organic compounds from alkynes
-design synthesis of cyclic compounds from dienes
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