Credit is not given for both CHE 113 and CHE 213. CHE 113 is not to be used as a prerequisite for CHE 213 or CHE 214. Basic chemistry of hydrocarbons and their simple derivatives, emphasizing their structure and properties and mechanisms of reactions of these compounds. Laboratory work covers general techniques in organic chemistry, syntheses of representative organic compounds and uses of modern methods of analysis. Credit is not given for both CHE 113 and CHE 213.
Emphasis is on the preparation and reactions of functional groups.
Spectroscopy is used to determine structure. Compounds of the life process are introduced. The laboratory emphasizes modern methods of analysis, including gas chromatography and infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Independent study for qualified students who wish to enrich their backgrounds in a particular area. Topics are determined by mutual agreement of the student and the instructor.