Course title
M01810002
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry

AHMED KUMKUM

GARY JAMES RICHARDS
Course description
This subject deals primarily with the basic principles to understand the structure and reactivity of organic molecules. Emphasis is on substitution and elimination reactions and chemistry of the carbonyl group.
Purpose of class
To develop an understanding of organic chemistry covering:
1. The chemical structure of organic molecules
2. The synthesis of organic molecules
3. Reactions of organic molecules
Goals and objectives

Goals and objectives Course Outcomes
1. Students can explain about the chemical structure and reactivity of organic molecules.
A-1
2. Students can describe the synthesis and reactions of organic molecules via different reaction mechanism
A-1
3. Students can implement the studied knowledge to the practical reactions of organic molecules in research and industrial fields.
A-1
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Assignments Mid-term examination Final examination Total.
1. 10% 15% 10% 35%
2. 10% 10% 15% 35%
3. 10% 10% 10% 30%
Total. 30% 35% 35% -
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Review of lewis bonding theory
Resonance
review lecture and do homework 160分
2. Review of molecular orbital theory
Hybridization
review lecture and do homework 160分
3. Properties of organic molecules review lecture and do homework 160分
4. Alkane, cycloalkanes
stereochemistry
review lecture and do homework 160分
5. Free radical reactions review lecture and do homework 160分
6. Substitution and elimination reactions of alkyl halides review lecture and do homework prepare for examination 160分
7. Mid-term examination and discussion review lecture and do homework 360分
8. Structure, synthesis and reactions of alkenes and alkynes review lecture and do homework 160分
9. Structure, synthesis and reactions of alcohols 1 review lecture and do homework 160分
10. Structure, synthesis and reactions of alcohols 2 review lecture and do homework 160分
11. Structure, synthesis and reactions of aromatic compounds 1 review lecture and do homework 160分
12. Structure, synthesis and reactions of aromatic compounds 2 review lecture and do homework 160分
13. Summary of various types of carbonyl compounds – aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and carboxylic acid derivatives review lecture and do homework and prepare for examination 160分
14. Final examination and discussion review lecture 370分
Total. - - 2650分
Goals and objectives (Other Courses)
A:Fundamental Mechanical Engineering B:Advanced Mechanical Engineering C:Environment and Materials Engineering D:Chemistry and Biotechnology E:Electrical Engineering and Robotics G:Advanced Electronic Engineering F:Information and Communications Engineering L:Computer Science and Engineering H:Urban Infrastructure and Environment
Language
English
Evaluation method and criteria
30% - Graded homework assignments
35% - One mid-term examination
35% - One final examination
To pass, the student must earn a total score of 60% or more.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
L. G. Wade, Jr. Organic Chemistry. 5th ed.
Handouts/Prints created from the referred book
Prerequisites
Basic chemistry, Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Students can contact and make appointment via email.
  • Contact information: Kumkum Ahmed email: kumkum@shibaura-it.ac.jp
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
Active-learning course
Most classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
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