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CHM 212 - Organic Chemistry II


Class: 3 Lab: 3 Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of basic organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure and properties, reaction mechanisms of basic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and spectroscopy.

Prerequisite(s): Take CHM 211  with a minimum grade of “C”.
Course Topics:
  • Nomenclature, structure, and physical properties of carboxylic acids, their derivatives, amines, and aromatic compounds.
  • Application and interpretation of IR, NMR, and MS spectroscopy.
  • Organometallic, alpha-substitution, and carbonyl-associated reactions and their mechanisms
  • Applying microscale lab techniques to chromatography, aldol condensation, and other chemical reactrions.
  • Applying microscale lab techniques to reactivity study and multi-step organic synthesis.

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
  • Calculator
  • Safety goggles for the laboratory
  • Solutions manual (optional)

Grading System:
A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Determine the structural components or organic molecules using spectroscopic techniques.
  2. Describe names, structures, and properties of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, and ketones.
  3. Describe names, structures, and properties of carboxylic acids and carboxylic acid derivatives.
  4. Summarize chemical reactions of carbonyl compounds.
  5. Describe names, structures, and properties of aliphatic amines, arylamines, and phenols.

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  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Face Covering Requirements:
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  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
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  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
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  • Withdrawal Policy


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2020-2021