Organic Chemistry

• Name organic molecules based on IUPAC nomenclature, including E/Z and R/S stereoisomerism
• Draw stereochemically unequivocal structures for organic molecules
• Account for optical activity and the difference between enantiomers, diastereomers and meso compounds
• DIfferentiate between SN1/SN2 and E1/E2 reactions
• Draw resonance forms for cations and anions
• Predict reactivity of organic molecules based on structure, resonance and inductive effects
• Draw reaction mechanisms for simple, polar reactions
• Suggest syntheses in one or more steps of simple, organic molecules
• Design simple reactions with common functional groups
• Apply inorganic reagents for oxidation, reduction and substitution in synthetic planning
• Account for structure and reactivity of carbohydrates, amino acids, lipids and nucleic acids

The bonding and stereochemistry of carbon. Preparation, reactivity and properties of simple organic compounds are treated according to functional groups (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols and phenols, ethers, aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives and amines). Simple reaction mechanisms. Reactive intermediates (carbocations, carbanions). Electron structures and resonance theory.
Structures and reactivity of carbohydrates, amino acids, nucleosides and lipids.

26000/26001/26020/26021/26022/26026/26027/26028/26030/26050/26800

Online lectures and problem solving.

The course gives a basic introduction to the organic chemistry, and is an important prerequisite for understanding of all following courses in chemistry as well as in biotechnology and technical chemistry.
Written examination for 4 hours (7 scale.)

Maximum: 20.

Please be aware that this course has a limited number of seats available. If there are too many applicants, a pool will be created for the remainder of the qualified applicants, and they will be selected at random. You will be informed 8 days before the start of the course, whether you have been allocated a spot.