Organic Chemistry

The course comprises a theory module (4.5 ECTS cr) and laboratory module (3 ECTS cr), which are assessed separately. The Theory Module (4.5 ECTS cr) comprises: \- Application of chemical bonding theory for organic molecules \- Nomenclature of organic molecules and various forms of graphical descriptions of their structures \- Properties and the most important reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatics, alkyl halides, alcohols, esters, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids, carboxylic derivatives, and amines \- The use of substances of the groups above for synthetic purposes, illustrated by products and processes used in society \- Reaction mechanisms for a selection of addition, substitution, elimination, and rearrangement reactions in relation to the groups of substances above The Laboratory Module (3 ECTS cr) comprises: \- Safety and hazard regulations \- Simple syntheses including the unit operations extraction, filtration, crystallisation, and destillation \- Thin layer chromatography and melting point determination \- Report writing and routines for laboratory notes Attendance is mandatory for the scheduled laboratory sessions.