CHMA 2000

This course provides an introduction to the structure and reactions of organic compounds. The course is approached from a mechanistic point of view and has particular emphasis on appropriate spectroscopy (IR and MS). The topics covered in this course include chemical bonding, isomerism, acid–base properties and the isolation and purification of organic compounds. The classes of organic compounds covered will include alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, simple aromatics, organohalides, alcohols, and related compounds. Laboratory work will include introductory techniques of organic chemistry and both HPLC and gas chromatography.