CHEM 211 provides an introduction to the methods used in introductory synthetic organic chemistry. The techniques introduced are essential for molecular analyses: thin layer and column chromatography, liquid-liquid extraction, various spectroscopic techniques. We will be considering reaction chemistry, including stereoselective reactions and green chemistry.
The course consists of a three-hour laboratory period each week under the guidance of a Graduate Student Instructor. In addition, concepts are introduced by the course coordinator in a required one-hour lecture period. Students learn to maintain electronic laboratory notebooks, which also serve as laboratory reports. Quizzes and other assignments will serve as additional assessments.