Course Details

Richard Bland College

CHEM230: Organic Chemistry I

The chemical and physical properties of organic compounds are related to molecular structure. The functional groups are studied systematically in the context of Lewis acid-base principles. Modern spectroscopic techniques are discussed.

Overview

Delivery Method

Online

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Campus

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Delivery Method

Hybrid

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Credits

4.0

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Department

Natural Science and Mathematics

Course Notes

Continuous course; three hours lecture; three hours laboratory.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

Predict and explain patterns in structure, geometry, bonding, hybridization, formal charge, stability, acidity, basicity and polarity of organic molecules.
Classify organic molecules by their functional groups and provide correct IUPAC names for alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols and other optional functional groups, including cyclic molecules and stereochemistry. Draw Lewis condensed and line
Describe the trends in solubility, melting point, boiling point and other physical properties of organic molecules based on intermolecular forces and the presence of specific functional groups.
Classify molecules as structural isomers, resonance structures, conformers, chiral or achiral, enantiomers and/or diastereomers. Identify chiral molecules as (R) or (S) and describe stereoisomers and optical activity, both qualitatively and quantitatively.
Explain molecular stability with concepts of resonance, conjugation and delocalization. Represent resonance contributors and stepwise reaction mechanisms with Lewis structures and curved arrows to demonstrate electron flow.
Explain and draw detailed mechanisms for reactions studied that involve SN1, SN2, E1 and E2 pathways. Describe reagents, solvents and other reaction conditions that promote each mechanism. Describe intermediates and transition states of reactions and predi
Explain electrophilic addition reactions of alkenes and alkynes, which may include oxymercuration, halogenation, hydration, reduction, hydroboration, epoxidation, ozonolysis and other addition reactions. Predict the structure of intermediates and products
Demonstrate an understanding of the properties, structure and reactions of conjugated systems, including allylics, alkadienes and arenes.
Use retrosynthetic analysis to design efficient syntheses involving alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, arenes and/or alcohols as starting materials, intermediate products or final products.
Safely use macroscale and/or microscale laboratory equipment to investigate the physical and chemical properties of organic compounds.

Where Will This Course Transfer?

Institution	Identifier	Name	Notes	Level
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	CHM241	Organic Chemistry I	RBC course 4 credits, VCCS two courses 5 credits	2-Year
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	CHM245	Organic Chemistry I Laboratory	RBC course 4 credits, VCCS two courses 5 credits	2-Year
Southwest Virginia Community College	CHM241	Organic Chemistry I		2-Year
Christopher Newport University	CHEM221	Organic Chemistry I		4-Year
Christopher Newport University	CHEM221L	Organic Chemistry Lab I		4-Year
Longwood University	CHEM213	Organic Chemistry Lab I		4-Year
Longwood University	CHEM211	Organic Chemistry I		4-Year
Longwood University	CHEM305	Chemistry at War		4-Year
Radford University	CHEM301	Organic Chemistry I		4-Year
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	CHM200T	1000-LEVEL CHEMISTRY ELECTIVE		4-Year
George Mason University	CHEML313	Organic Chemistry		4-Year
George Mason University	CHEML315	Organic Chemistry Lab I		4-Year
Norfolk State University	TRNFREE	Transfer Elective		4-Year
William & Mary	CHEM206	Organic Chemistry I		4-Year
William & Mary	CHEM206L	Organic Chemistry Lab I		4-Year
Old Dominion University	CHEM211	ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LECTURE		4-Year
Old Dominion University	CHEM212	ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LAB		4-Year
University of Mary Washington	CHEM211	Organic Chem I, w/lab		4-Year
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	CHEM2535	Organic Chemistry	Chemistry majors should consult their VT advisors. A grade of B is required for degrees in chemistry.	4-Year
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	CHEM2545	Organic Chemistry Laboratory	Chemistry majors should consult their VT advisors. A grade of B is required for degrees in chemistry.	4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth University	CHEM301	ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I		4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth University	CHEZ301	ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB I		4-Year