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 | INTRODUCTORY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY | ||
Code | CHEM130 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr N Greeves Chemistry |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2008-09 | Level One | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to ensure that students are aware of fundamental principles of organic chemistry, including nomenclature, structure and bonding, and the basic principles of static and dynamic stereochemistry. The major reactions associated with the common functional groups will be covered with emphasis on reaction mechanisms. In addition, this module will provide an introduction to the basic techniques associated with practical synthetic chemistry.
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Learning Outcomes |
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By the end of this module students will know:
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Syllabus |
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part 1 |
Organic structures
Structure of molecules ( to include simple sulfur and phosphorus compounds )
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part 2 |
Organic reactions
Nucleophilic addition to the carbonyl group
Declocalization and conjugation
Acidity, basicity, and pKa
Using organometallic reagents to make C-C bonds
Nucleophilic substitution at the carbonyl (C=O) group
Nucleophilic substitution at C=O with loss o f carbonyl oxygen
Stereochemistry
Nucleophilic substitution at saturated carbon
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part 3 |
Conformational analysis
Elimination reactions
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part 4 |
Electrophilic addition to alkenes
Electrophilic aromatic substitution
Formation and reactio ns of enols and enolates
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Practicals |
The laboratory course will cover the basic techniques of preparative chemistry including:-
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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The theory part of this module will be delivered through fifty 50 minute lectures to be given throughout the year. The material presented at the lectures is supported by 10 two hour workshops. In addition to the June examination there will be two class tests. The practical aspects will be delivered through 12 practical classes and an introductory lecture. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
50 |
20 |
36 |
106 | |||
Timetable (if known) |
Mon 10-11, Wed 10-11, Thur 10-11
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Semester 2 Mon 2-5, Tue 2-5, Thur 2-5
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Workshops: Mon 11-1 Grp A, Tues 9-11 Grp B, Tues 12 -2 Grp C
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Private Study | 194 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written Examination | 3 hours | 2nd | 60 | August | ||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Laboratory Work | 2nd | 20 | none | Standard penalty for late submission applies - see Departmental handbook for details. | A mark penalty of 25% will be applied to the practical mark for students who fail to check out their lockers by the deadline at the end of the practical course. No student will have his or her overall module mark reduced to less than 35% by the application of this penalty. Work marked in students presence to allow for immediate feedback or students lab book marked. Anonymous marking impossible | |
Workshops | both semesters | 10 | none | Standard penalty for late submission applies - see Departmental handbook for details. | This work is not marked anonymously | |
Class Tests x 2 | both semesters | 10 | yes | Students who fail the class test will be given a resit opportunity during the final week of the semester. The maximum mark that can be acheived awarded in the resit will be 40% This work is not marked anonymously |
Recommended Texts |
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Organic Chemistry, J. Clayden, N. Greeves, S. Warren and P. Wothers, OUP, 2000. Chemistry, C. E. Housecroft and E. C. Constable, 3rd Edition, Prentice Hall, 2005.
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