Course Language:
English
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Course Objectives:
The major goals in this course are: 1) to promote effective written and oral communication of chemical nomenclature and structures of organic molecules; 2) to promote a basic knowledge of the concepts of organic molecules and their relationship to mathematics and other sciences in order a) to compare theoretical calculations and experimental results, b) to obtain and interpret spectra, and c) to recognize how chemistry relates to other disciplines and society; 3) to develop problem solving and analytical analysis skills.
Course Content:
This course is designed as an introduction to the molecules and organic reactions found in nature. The course provides a foundation in organic chemistry, the structure of biomacromolecules, and their biochemical reactions and mechanisms.
Course Methodology:
1: Lecture by instructor, 2: Lecture by instructor with class discussion, 3: Problem solving by instructor, 4: Use of simulations, 5: Problem solving assignment, 6: Reading assignment, 7: Laboratory work, 8: Term research paper, 9: Presentation by guest s
Course Evaluation Methods:
A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: …