KEMP1140 Basics in Organic Chemistry (6 cr)

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Study level:
Basic studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Chemistry
Coordinating organisation:
Open University, Department of Chemistry
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024

Description

Structure, bonding and drawing of organic compounds. Stereochemistry. Conjugation, resonance and aromacity. Naming of simple organic compounds and typical physical and chemical properties of following compound groups: Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, epoxides and carboxylic acids.

Learning outcomes

After passing this course student

  • is able to name, draw and identify organic compounds
  • knows stereochemistry and isomerism of organic compounds
  • identifies functional groups and their primary reactions
  • is able to evaluate physical and chemical properties of organic compounds and make plans for simple organic reactions.

Working life skills

  • Scheduling, time management
  • The basics of scientific thinking
  • Trained in using a science book written in English.

Description of prerequisites

Recommended KEMP1110 The World of Molecules (or KEMP111 Basics in Chemistry 1) or equivalent knowledge.

Compulsory prerequisites

Study materials

  • J.G. Smith: Organic Chemistry, edition 4 (or newer): chapters 1-12, 16, 17, 19.

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:
Due to lectures and course materials are in finnish, the course is possible to accomplish in English ONLY as a Book exam. Please contact teacher.
Time of teaching:
Period 4
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Method 2

Evaluation criteria:
For passing the course (1/5) minimum requirement is at least 50% of maximum points.
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Participation in teaching (6 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
Finnish
Study methods:

Luentoja ja harjoituksia.

Teaching

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Exam (6 cr)

Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Study methods:

If you want to take exam in English, please contact the teacher.

Teaching