LeMoyne-Owen College Division of Natural & Mathematical Sciences Organic Chemistry I, CHEM 303 Fall 2011 Instructor: Dr. Sherry Painter Office Room: GOH 400B Office Phone: 901-435-1383 Office Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:00 – 11:00 & 1:00-3:00 Tuesdays: 1:00-2:00 Thursdays: 10:00-11:00 & 1:00-2:00 Fridays: 10:00-11:00 Email Address: [email protected] Credit Hours: 3 Prerequisites: CHEM 102 with a grade of C or above. Syllabus Texts: Organic Chemistry, 7th edition (packaged with ACE Organic Passcode); L.G. Wade; Prentice Hall Publishing Supplemental Materials: NA Course Description: This course is a systematic study of the nomenclature, structures, preparation, properties, and reactions of staff classes of carbon compounds, namely, alkenes, alcohol, and alkylhalides. Emphasis is placed on modern theories of structure and bonding, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms of addition reactions, elimination reactions and nucleophilic substitution reactions. College Graduate Competencies: The 2 college graduate competencies (CGC) that are directly addressed in General Chemistry (CHEM 101) are: 1. Think creatively, critically, logically, and analytically using both quantitative and qualitative methods for problem solving. 6. Appreciate, understand, know and pursue the principles, methods and subject matter that underlie the major discipline(s). Major Area Competency Levels: The college graduate competencies are developed specifically for this course through major area competency levels (MAC). By the end of this course, students should have attained proficiency in the following major area competencies: 1. Demonstrate the appropriate use of basic nomenclature for organic molecules. (CGC#1 & #6) 2. Demonstrate mastery of the structure, properties, and reactions of organic compounds. (CGC#1 & #6)Revised 08/10/2011 //\\Home\Users\sherry_painter\My Documents\ORGANIC303\CHEM303 Syllabus Fall 2011.docx LMW/FAHD 2 Course Objectives: The identified major area competencies focus on developing a solid understanding of the fundamentals of organic chemistry for the pursuit of additional coursework in chemistry and biochemistry. Therefore, students are expected to show proficiency in the following: 1. Relate structure to physical properties such as melting point, boiling point, and solubility. 2. Recognize isomerism and draw structural isomers from molecular formulas. 3. Determining hybridization. 4. Describe the classification and nomenclature of the following families of molecules: alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols 5. Demonstrate mastery of determining stereochemistry and differentiating between types of stereoisomers. 6. Understand the basic principles behind mass spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic spectroscopy and be able to interpret spectral data. 7. Demonstrate mastery of understanding of substitution, elimination and addition reactions. Attendance Policy: In accordance with college policy, classroom attendance is required. The following standard will be applied: 1. If unexcused absences total 15% of the regularly scheduled class meetings, the instructor has the authority to lower the final grade by one letter. 2. If unexcused absences total 20% of the regularly scheduled class meetings, the instructor has the authority to give a failing grade. 3. Five tardies—arrival to class five minutes after class has begun—will equal one unexcused absence. Technology Use: LeMoyne-Owen College is committed to enhancing student learning through the use of a variety of applicable technology. In this course, students will use Microsoft Office applications, ―ACE Organic‖ (an online homework program), and ―ChemDraw‖ (a software program for drawing chemical structures). Demeanor: Suitable demeanor, posture and attire are required. For guidelines and the dress code, please refer to the 2011/2012 Student Handbook (8-9; 13). Classroom Policies and Procedures: The classroom learning experience provides opportunities for faculty and students to engage in interactive exchanges of course content. To facilitate this exchange, the following guidelines are provided: 1. Because each class session covers vital material and information, it is important that students arrive on time to each class session. 2. In order to enhance students’ performance and confidence in acquiring the material, it is critical that students come to each class session prepared. This includes bringing to class required texts, supplemental materials, and assigned work, which is provided on the course outline. 3. In order to limit unnecessary distractions which would deter learning, cell phones, multi-media devices, and laptops are required to be turned off or on vibrate when class is in session, except by permission of the faculty. 4. No make-up tests will be given. At the discretion of the instructor, the comprehensive final exam can be substituted for one missed test only. Any other test missed will incur a grade of zero (0). 5. Cheating on a test or exam will incur a grade of zero on that test or exam. See the Student Handbook for further explanation concerning Academic Honesty. 6. Doing these problems and exercises are strongly encouraged as it is not unusual for questions or problems similar to those assigned to appear on tests or examinations. Faculty reserve the right to apply penalties for noncompliance to either or all of the above guidelines.Revised 08/10/2011 //\\Home\Users\sherry_painter\My Documents\ORGANIC303\CHEM303 Syllabus Fall 2011.docx LMW/FAHD 3 Assignments and Submission Requirements: The following strategies will be used in the class as the methods for implementing and facilitating the mastery of the course content: 1. Four (4) exams will be given during the scheduled class time as listed on the course outline. 2. Homework will be assigned and collected through the ―ACE Organic‖ software that accompanies the textbook. 3. Quizzes may be administered randomly to check for mastery of content. 4. A comprehensive final exam will be administered during final exam week in accordance with the college exam schedule. Every student must take the final exam. Failure to take the final exam will result in a grade of F for the course. In the case where a final examination is missed and the instructor has been notified in advance, it may be possible (at the discretion of the