CHEM 221 - Organic Chemistry I

3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
[LCCN: CCEM 2213]
A study of the structures, preparations, and reactions of organic compounds, including the alkanes, alkenes, and alkyi halides. Mechanisms involving free radicals and intermediates are discussed as they apply to the preparation and reactions. Concepts, such as stereochemistry, kinetics, and thermodynamics, are developed to demonstrate the correlation of structure with chemical reactivity. The student will learn the science of organic chemistry; the nomenclature, physical and chemical properties, and the mechanism of reactions to alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl haldies and compounds having conjugated unsaturated systems. Emphasis is placed on chemical reactivity and structure as well as energy differences between reactants and transitional states. Prerequisite(s): Completion of CHEM 142 and CHEM 144 with a grade of “C” or higher. Corequisite(s): CHEM 223. Course/Lab Fee $15