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Module Title LI Synthesis and Mechanism IIb
SchoolChemistry
Department Chemistry
Module Code 03 25339
Module Lead
Level Intermediate Level
Credits 10
Semester Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites LI Synthesis and Mechanism IIa - (03 25338)
Restrictions None
Exclusions
Description

This module develops further the chemistry of carbon-based compounds, and builds upon the principles and concepts introduced in the pre-co-requisite module (Synthesis and Mechanism I). Two distinct areas are covered in the module: The Chemistry of Carbonyl Compounds (enolate chemistry; enamines; aldol reactions; Claisen condensation) and Physical Organic Chemistry, which looks at how physical methods are used to probe the reactivity of organic molecules. The associated Laboratory component allows techniques and manipulations associated with synthetic organic chemistry to be further developed and, in some instances, reinforces the lecture material.

Learning Outcomes By the end of the module students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of enolate chemistry, including enamines, the aldol reaction and the Claisen condensation
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how physical methods can be used to probe the reactivity of organic molecules and be able to interpret the results of physical experiments in terms of organic reaction mechanisms
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform synthesis in organic chemistry, characterise products obtained and present the results obtained in a coherent manner
Assessment 25339-01 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (75%)
25339-02 : Practical : Practical (25%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions Assessments: Laboratory-based work: total of 25% - Laboratory-based work contributes a total of 25% to the overall module mark. The laboratory mark consists of a number of components, namely maintaining a diary, accreditation of skills and laboratory reports. Formal Written Unseen Examination: 75% - An end of session examination contributes 75% to the overall module mark; the exam is 2 hours in duration and is closed book. The exam assessment for this module is linked to the module titled: Synthesis and Mechanism IIa. Reassessment: If a student fails to pass the module at the first attempt, the end of session examination may be taken as a resit with the mark capped at 40%.
Other None
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