CHM 270 - Organic Chemistry II

1. Predict the structure-property relationship of various classes of organic molecules, such as aldehydes, ketones, aromatics, carboxylic acids, amines, esters, and amides.
2. Use any combination of chemical or spectroscopic data, including IR, NMR, UV-vis and mass spectrometry to deduce unknown structures.
3. Apply the systematic method of nomenclature to the classes of organic compounds. 
4. Predict the outcome of a variety of organic chemical reactions involving the classes of organic compounds such as aldehydes, ketones, aromatics, carboxylic acids, amines, esters, and amides.
5. Write correct mechanisms for a variety of organic reactions.
6. Design efficient multi-step syntheses using retrosynthetic analysis.

II. Conjugated Systems

   A. Structure and stability of conjugated systems

   B. MO theory and conjugated systems

   C. Pericyclic Reactions

   D. Addition reactions

   E. UV-visible spectroscopy

III. Aromatic Systems

   A. Structure and nomenclature

   B. Spectroscopic properties

   C. Aromaticity and Huckel’s rules

   D. EAS reactions and mechanisms

IV. Aldehydes and Ketones

   A. Nomenclature and physical properties

   B. Spectroscopic properties

   C. Nucleophilic addition reactions and mechanisms

   D. Condensations and alpha-substitutions and mechanisms

V.  Amines

   A. Nomenclature and physical properties

   B. Structure and base strength

   C. Spectroscopic properties

   D. Synthesis and reactions of amines

VI.  Carboxylic Acids

   A. Structure and nomenclature

   B. Physical properties

   C. Spectroscopic properties

   D. Structure and acidity

   E. Synthesis and reactions of carboxylic acids

VII.  Carboxylic Acid Derivatives

   A. Structure and nomenclature

   B. Physical properties

   C. Nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions

VIII. Carbohydrates

   A. Terminology

   B. Reactions of Carbohydrates

   C. Fischer’s proof

Group work: 5-15%

Class discussion: 5-10%

Demonstrations or videos: 0-5%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
None

• Apply mathematical concepts to solve problems
• Discern relevant and irrelevant information when solving problems
• Express knowledge of the appropriate level of chemistry in written and/or verbal formats
• Draw conclusions based on knowledge and experimental results

2.  Essential communication skills include the ability to communicate effectively with fellow students, faculty, and all members of the Physical Sciences department. Specifically, students must be able to:

• Understand written and verbal direction when completing tasks and assignments associated with the lecture portion of science courses
• Use information technology skills consistent with effective communication.

3.  Essential emotional coping skills include the ability to demonstrate the mental health necessary to safely engage in the practice of scientific discovery.  Specifically, students must be able to:

• Engage in multitasking without becoming overly stressed
• Collaborate with groups to complete a task
• Cooperate with others and work in groups or alone as indicated by a particular task

4.  Essential intellectual/conceptual skills include the ability to measure, calculate, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate to engage competently in the safe practice of Chemistry. Specifically, students must be able to:

• Select appropriate methods to solve mathematical problems
• Use a calculator to complete calculations
• Use a computer to generate graphs and reports
• Analyze complex graphical data and/ or concepts
• Express an understanding of the concepts learned in chemistry in written form or verbally

5.  Other essential behavioral attributes include the ability to engage in activities consistent with safe practice without demonstrated behaviors of addiction to, abuse of, or dependence on alcohol or other drugs that may impair behavior or judgment. The student must demonstrate responsibility and accountability for actions as a student in the Physical Sciences Department and as a developing professional in the field of chemistry consistent with accepted standards of practice.

Grand Rapids Community College strives to be more than ADA compliant. We strive to be accessible and welcoming to all students of all abilities. After reviewing the Essential Abilities/Technical Standards for this program; your responsibilities as a student entail determining if you can complete all associated coursework either:

• With Accommodation. I am otherwise qualified to meet the same academic standards as any other student entering the program. However, based on a medically documented condition or diagnosis, I would qualify for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990). I will meet with Disability Support Services on campus to arrange those accommodations in an interactive process with the department of Physical Sciences.
• Without Accommodation. I am able to complete the program without need for reasonable accommodation or modification. In the event my medical documentation reveals otherwise or a condition manifests that would necessitate an accommodation; it is my responsibility to inform a responsible authority figure within the department of (field of study) and work with Disability Support Services to see if a reasonable accommodation or modification can be made.