Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Organic Chemistry II | ||
Code | CHEM231 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr RP Bonar-Law Chemistry R.P.Bonar-Law@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM130 Introductory Organic Chemistry |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to introduce important carbon-carbon bond forming reactions within a mechanistic and synthetic framework, together with exposure to a selection of stereochemical issues. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to solve problems featuring: |
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(S1) The critical thinking and problem solving involved in drawing mechanisms and routes for the synthesis of unfamiliar molecules from given starting compounds (a precursor to retrosynthetic analysis) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module consists of 30 50-minute lectures, plus two or more revision lectures at the end of the course. Lectures: 32 hours |
Syllabus |
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The Chapters below refer to "Organic Chemistry" by Clayden et al Carbanion chemistry Conjugate additions Chemoselectivity Introduction to aromatic heterocyclic chemistry (ch. 29, 30) Stereochemistry and reactions |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
32 |
5 |
37 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 113 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Closed book, in-person exam. | 180 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
5 tutorials | 0 | 20 |