Organic Chemistry 1200-2EN-OCHLE1M
The course provides all important informations about organic compounds organized in several classes based on the functional groups they carry. For each class of compounds basic properties, methods for the formation, typical reactions (with mechanisms) will be discussed. Main classes of compounds presented in the lecture are: hydrocarbons (aliphatic, saturated and unsaturated, aromatic), halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols and phenols, amines, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their functional derivatives.
Estimated student workload during the semester – 112,5 hours total, including:
• participation in lectures – 45 hours
• consultations – 19,5 hours
• individual preparation for each lecture – 18 hours
• preparation for the exam – 30 hours
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion, students will be able to explain advanced chemical concepts and effectively use scientific literature in English. The course aims to provide a solid foundation for further academic development and professional work in chemistry and related scientific fields.
KNOWLEDGE: after passing the course, the student knows and understands:
K_W01 – advanced chemistry and understands the place of chemistry within the system of exact and natural sciences as well as its importance for the development of humanity.
K_W05 – possesses in-depth knowledge and skills in the chosen chemical specialization, allowing the use of methods and concepts appropriate for this specialization and enabling independent research work.
SKILLS: After completing the course, the student is able to:
K_U08 – find necessary information in professional literature, databases, and other information sources, and critically assess the reliability of the obtained information.
K_U13 – independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills using various sources (written and electronic), including foreign-language sources.
K_U17 – use the English language at a level sufficient to work with professional literature in chemistry and related sciences (at least B2+ level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
SOCIAL COMPETENCES: After completing the course, the student is ready to:
K_K01 – engage in continuous learning and independently search for information in literature, including foreign-language sources.
Assessment criteria
Final examination with open-ended questions checking student knowledge of the methods for preparation as well as the reactivity of organic compounds.. Writing time 90 minutes.
Practical placement
Not applicable
Bibliography
1. John McMurry, Organic Chemistry 2015, Ninth Edition.
2. Francis A. Carey, Robert M. Guliano, Organic Chemistry 2017. Tenth Edition
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