This course will be the first semester of an overview of organic chemistry. This course in challenging and fast-paced. This means that a lot of material will be covered in a relatively short period of time. The crucial importance of organic chemistry dictates the pace. This course involves cumulative, vertical learning.
Molecules are interesting and important.
Molecular thinking helps us understand natural phenomena. From the lecture, text, lab and problems in this course, you will be able to ask questions about natural phenomena and use models and metaphor to describe what is going on at the molecular level. You will improve your problem-solving skills and your critical thinking skills. Finally, you will continue to take charge of your own liberal arts education. This course requires a significant amount of self-discipline and independent motivation.