CHEM 311 Organic Chemistry II

This is the second of a two-semester sequence covering the chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. The course is geared toward science majors wishing to pursue graduate or professional studies. Topics to be covered include synthesis and reactivity of: aromatics, ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids, esters, acid chlorides, anhydrides, amides, and nitriles. Particular emphasis is placed on stereochemistry, mechanisms, and synthesis.  Prerequisite: A “C” or better in both CHEM 310 and CHEM 310L. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 311L

Credits

3