CHEM 342 - Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II

(3 units)

Continuation of CHEM 341, with emphasis on complex functional groups, detailed reaction mechanisms, multistep syntheses, and molecules relevant to biology and materials science. Credit not allowed in both CHEM 242 and CHEM 342.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 341, or CHEM 241 with a grade of “A” or “B”.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. predict aromaticity in molecules and aromatic substitution products.
2. identify oxygen-containing organic functional groups including alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, and carboxylic acids, and follow their transformations through oxidation-reduction, addition and substitution reactions.
3. identify nitrogen containing functional groups including amines, amides, and nitriles through correct prediction of their structures, properties, and reactions.
4. interpret IR and UV/visible spectra of organic molecules.
5. demonstrate correct use of arrow-pushing mechanisms for complex multistep organic reactions involving multiple functional groups and including simple pericyclic reactions.
6. apply organic structural and reactivity concepts to molecules of biological importance and complexity.

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