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 identify risks associated with organic compounds

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

• be able to discuss orally and in writing organic compounds

Contents
The course discuss 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
M. Elofsson et al. Organisk kemi - Study material. Organic Chemistry 2006

Code: 0105. Name: Organic Chemistry Theory.
Higher education credits: 6. Grading scale: TH. Assessment: For a passing grade the student must pass a written final exam or continuous examination. The continuous examination consists of three written tests where more that 50% of the points on each of the three tests are required for a passing grade.

Code: 0205. Name: Organic Chemistry Practical.
Higher education credits: 1,5. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: For a passing grade the student must pass the practical laboratory course part. Contents: Passed reports. Passed safety and nomenclature exam is required prior to laboratory work.