Aim
The aim of the course is to give basic knowledge in organic chemistry.

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to identify and name organic compounds

• be able to explain properties and reactivities of organic compounds

Skills and abilities
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to independently plan and evaluate simple organic syntheses

• with the use of literature be able to identify risks associated with organic compounds

• with supervision, be able to apply in practice simpler experimental descriptions of organic synthesis

• be able to discuss orally and in writing organic compounds

Contents
The course discusses basic organic compound classes such as alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, alkyl halides, ethers, amines, aromatic compounds, and carbonyl compounds. Basic concepts, such as nomenclature, isomery, and physical properties, are discussed and used in the course part concerning reactivity. The mechanisms of important reactions, such as substitutions, additions, reductions, oxidations, eliminations, and rearrangements, are used to explain chemical reactions.

During the laboratory course part are given a deepened comprehension of organic reactivity, ability to follow simpler experimental descriptions under supervision in order to synthesize and analyze organic compounds, and ability to search and value information concerning risk aspects of organic compounds.

An important aspect is to be able to make clear drawing of organic molecules and orally and in writing present organic reactions. The importance of organic chemistry in the society and in the environment is emphasized all through the course.

Literature
Ellervik, Sterner, Organisk kemi. Studentlitteratur 2004. ISBN: 91-44-03098-3.
Compendium: Laboratorieteknik, Säkerhetsföreskrifter, Nomenklatur, Övningar, Laborationer.

Code: 0105. Name: Theory.
Higher education credits: 6. Grading scale: TH. Assessment: For a passing grade the student must pass written final exam or continuous examination. The continuous examination consists of five written tests where more that 50% of the total points of the five tests are required for a passing grade. For a passing grade the student must also complete and pass a written assignment.

Code: 0205. Name: Laboratory Work.
Higher education credits: 3. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: For a passing grade the student must pass the practical laboratory course part. The safety lecture is compulsory.