Covers advanced synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopic methods for complex organic molecules and functional groups.
About the course
CHEM 3310 Organic Chemistry II builds on the foundations laid in Organic Chemistry I. You will explore advanced synthetic strategies, detailed reaction mechanisms, and the use of spectroscopy to solve structural problems. The course focuses on the chemistry of complex organic molecules, including polyfunctional compounds and natural product scaffolds.
You will learn to plan efficient syntheses, predict reaction outcomes, and interpret data from nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), infrared (IR), and mass spectrometry. This course is designed for students who need a rigorous understanding of organic chemistry for health sciences or advanced technology programs.
Who takes this course
This course is an elective for students in the School of Computing & Academic Studies. It is commonly taken by students in the Medical Laboratory Technology and Medical Radiation Technology programs, as well as the Pre-Health Sciences certificate.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- CHEM 2100 Organic Chemistry I
Learning outcomes
- Design multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic targets.
- Interpret NMR, IR, and mass spectra to determine molecular structures.
- Analyze reaction mechanisms involving stereochemistry and kinetics.
- Evaluate reactivity patterns of carbonyl and aromatic compounds.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm examinations | 40 |
| Laboratory reports and practicals | 30 |
| Final examination | 30 |