This is a survey course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering. Topics include basic nomenclature, classification of organic compounds, typical organic reactions, reactions involved in life processes, function of biomolecules, and the handling and disposal of organic compounds. Laboratory is required. This is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed for the science or engineering major who is expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Topics include measurement, thermochemistry, chemical and physical properties, bonding, molecular structure, gas laws, kinetic-molecular theory, condensed matter, solutions, colloids, and some descriptive chemistry topics.
Laboratory is required.
This is the second course in a two-semester sequence designed primarily for the science or engineering student who is expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Laboratory is required. This is the first course in a two-semester sequence. Topics include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic compounds with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required.