Organic Chemistry

Nelson Mandela University

Course Description

Course Name

Organic Chemistry
Host University

Nelson Mandela University
Location

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Area of Study

Chemistry
Language Level

Taught In English
Prerequisites

General Chemistry or home university equivalent
Course Level Recommendations

Lower

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Hours & Credits

Host University Units

6

Recommended U.S. Semester Credits

0

Recommended U.S. Quarter Units

0

Overview
Syllabus
PURPOSE
This module will provide students with knowledge of the chemistry of monofunctional aliphatic compounds. Students will be able to name relevant compounds, draw out structures, write out equations for the preparation and reactions of compounds, and outline and explain the mechanisms by which selected reactions take place.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Knowledge of the structures of simple aliphatic compounds is demonstrated.
- Knowledge of the nomenclature of simple aliphatic compounds is demonstrated.
- Knowledge of reactions for the synthesis of simple aliphatic compounds is demonstrated.
- Knowledge of the reactions that simple aliphatic compounds undergo is demonstrated.
- Application of the mechanistic approach to organic chemistry in the above is demonstrated.
- Knowledge of the skills necessary for the manipulation of chemical compounds and performing of organic chemical reactions is demonstrated through laboratory experiments.
CORE CONTENT
- Structure and bonding.
- Forming and breaking bonds.
- Properties of bonds.
- Alkanes and cycloalkanes.
- Alkenes.
- Alkynes.
- Stereochemistry: Basic principles.
- Alkyl halides.
- Alcohols.
- Ethers.
- Aldehydes and ketones.
- Carboxylic acids and derivatives.
- Laboratory practicals.