General Organic Chemistry I

This course stresses molecular structure, chemical and physical properties, and the preparation of organic compounds with an emphasis on reaction mechanisms, structure determination, synthesis, and applications. In addition, this course covers the utilization of the techniques of experimental organic chemistry, including physical and chemical methods of purification, separation, and structure determination, with an emphasis on synthesis and mechanisms. Spectroscopic techniques for structural elucidation are used extensively in this course. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: CHEM V120B with a grade of C or better, or CHEM V01B with a grade of C or better and CHEM V01BL with a grade of C or better. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: CHEM V12A; CHEM V12AL.