KEMV1191 Electroorganic Synthesis (JSS29) (2 cr)

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Study level:

Advanced studies

Grading scale:

Pass - fail

Language:

English

Responsible organisation:

Department of Chemistry

Curriculum periods:

2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020

Description

Content

The course will provide a good overview what is synthetically feasible by electrosynthesis and how getting started in this sustainable synthesis method. The seminar series covers basic knowledge about electron transfer, suitable electrode materials, electrolytes, cell geometries, modes of operation, synthetic tricks and first steps in this method. General concepts of electrochemistry will be treated. The transformations are structured in anodic and cathodic conversions. Besides the installation or conversion of chemical functions by reduction and oxidation, the use of radical cascades will be outlined as well. Electrosynthesis of complex compounds, such as natural products and modern concepts underline the power of this methodology. Electro-organic synthesis at industrial scale is part of this course as well.

Completion methods

Written examination on the last day.

Learning outcomes

The attendees will be enabled within this course to have a cutting edge overview about this vividly developing field. The focus will be strongly value-added compounds. The participants will be then able to decide if electrosynthesis might be applied, how to start and what parameters have to be chosen. Additionally, they should be familiar with the contemporary strategies of electrosynthetic screening and how to set up an electrosynthetic lab.

Description of prerequisites

MSc or last-year MSc student in chemistry or equivalent.

Completion methods

Method 1

Select all marked parts

Parts of the completion methods

Teaching (2 cr)

Type:

Participation in teaching

Grading scale:

Pass - fail

Language:

English

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