CHEM40750 Org Synthesis 1

Academic Year 2023/2024

The module consists of three parts united around the theme of organic synthetic methodology. It begins with a systematic introduction to the use of the principles and application of retrosynthetic analysis. This is followed by a course on the use of protecting groups in the synthesis of multifunctional compounds, using carbohydrates as examples. The third component is an introduction to modern methods for the synthesis of targets in enantiomerically pure form. A problem-solving approach, reinforced by extensive use of tutorial problems, will be used throughout the module. Students will carry out three literature reviews of selected topics in Organic Synthesis.

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Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to: (i) devise, and evaluate, synthetic routes to hydrocarbons and to mono and difunctionalised target compounds, (ii) demonstrate an understanding of the reactivity and synthesis of carbohydrates, (iii) demonstrate familiarity with the principles and methods of enantioselective synthesis, and devise synthetic routes to enantioenriched target compounds, and (iv) search the chemical literature and write a short review of a relevant topic.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24
Tutorial

9
Specified Learning Activities

50
Autonomous Student Learning

72
Total

155
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures, including in-class activities such as problem solving.
Independent learning from online material in advance of problem-solving in workshops.
Writing critical reviews.
 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Requirements:

This module is intended for students who already hold a degree in Chemistry or a Chemical Science.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
CHEM40060 - Methods in Organic Synthesis


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Continuous Assessment: Various quizzes, homework, and in-class individual and team problems. Throughout the Trimester n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

15
Examination: Short-answer examination based on the lecture and workshop material. 2 hour End of Trimester Exam No Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

55
Assignment: Literature reviews Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Graded No

30

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback on homework assignments will be provided in the lectures and workshops. Whole-class and group feedback will be provided after the online quizzes and workshop problems.

Name Role
Professor Patrick Guiry Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Xiangming Zhu Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 
Spring
      
Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Fri 09:00 - 09:50
Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring