Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Module Offerings
3503YAUBIO-JAN-PAR
Aims
The aim of the module is to teach students about the composition, structure, properties, synthesis, mutual transformation methods and related theoretical knowledge of organic compounds. Through the study of this module, students will master the basic knowledge and basic theory of organic chemistry, understand the latest achievements and development trends of the subject, and master the basic operation skills of organic chemistry experiments.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Apply the basic theory and knowledge of organic chemistry to analyse, judge, and solve organic chemistry problems.
2.
Recall the naming rules of various organic compounds and the different representation methods of organic molecular structures, adopting the system of nomenclature to name various organic compounds, and write the organic molecular structural formula correctly.
3.
Describe the physical and chemical properties of various organic compounds, apply basic organic reactions to identify organic compounds, infer the structure of organic compounds, design reasonable organic synthesis routes and analysis, and solve complex organic chemistry problems.
4.
Record and process experimental data, accurately draw the schematic diagram of the experimental device, write the experimental report, and consult the relevant chemistry manual.
5.
Demonstrate basic experimental techniques relevant to organic chemistry, whilst observing good laboratory practice.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:The module includes study of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, diolefins, aromatic hydrocarbons, optical isomerism, halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, quinones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, substituted acids, nitrogen and phosphorous compounds, heterocyclic compounds, fats, and carbohydrates. Practical experiments include recrystallization of acetanilide, ordinary distillation, paper chromatography, extraction of crude oil and steam distillation.
Additional Information:The module is designed to promote the development of students' ability in autonomous learning, knowledge application and innovative thinking.