Introduction to Organic Chemistry (F1144)
Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Module F1144
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
The aim of the module is to introduce the student to organic chemistry and develop the ground-work needed for further study, which will include the structures of organic molecules, bonding and an introduction to chemical transformations.
Module learning outcomes
Have an understanding of the structure and function of organic molecules, including nomenclature and stereochemistry and have a general understanding of the acid and base properties of organic molecules, pKa.
Be able to describe the bonding of simple organic molecules and the polarisation of different atoms in molecules, to predict the reactivity of basic functional groups.
Use the curved arrow notation to show how a chemical transformation has taken place
Develop an awareness of organic chemistry laboratory skills
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 8 | 75.00% |
| Test | T1 Week 7 (1 hour) | 25.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 4 hours | 00001110000 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 4 hours | 00001110000 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11000000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Class | 2 hours | 00000010010 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Mr Chris Baker
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Prof Mark Bagley
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Ms Kristy Flowers
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