CHM 251 Organic Chemistry I

Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM 252.

This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Pre-requisite(s): C or better in CHM 152 .
Course is typically offered in Fall
Course has transfer restrictions - 20 years

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Explain the structure and bonding of organic molecules, including hybridization, resonance, and the relationship between structure and reactivity.
Use IUPAC nomenclature to name organic molecules.
Use arrow pushing electron to predict the mechanisms of common organic reactions.
Explain stereochemistry, including concepts of chirality, enantiomers, diastereomers, and the impact of stereochemistry on physical and chemical properties.
Design basic organic synthesis reactions.
Conduct an organic chemistry reaction to isolate/purify products using appropriate laboratory techniques.
Construct a laboratory notebook to document laboratory experiments.