Organic Chemistry II 3 s.h.
This course is a continuation of CHEM:2210. It is organized around the concept of the functional group, but includes di- and poly-functional molecules. Methods for establishing the structure of organic compounds are presented, with an emphasis on NMR and IR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. The chemistry of carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives, amines, and heterocyclic compounds is discussed. Finally, the organic chemistry of carbohydrates and amino acids is presented. The course grade is usually derived from three or four one-hour exams and a comprehensive final. There are three lectures each week by the professor and a number of discussion sections led by a TA. Because the chemistry of carbon is three-dimensional, students are strongly advised to buy and use a molecular models kit.