CHEM 2423 - Organic Chemistry I (4 Credit Hours)

Campus Location: BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Fundamental principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, bonding, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. Laboratory activities will reinforce fundamental principles of organic chemistry I including methods for the purification and identification of organic compounds. This course is intended for students in science or preprofessional programs.

Prerequisites: Required: CHEM 1412 with a minimum grade of “C.”
Background Search Required: No

Course Hour Configuration
(3 Lec., 4 Lab.)

Acad

This is a Dallas College Core Curriculum course.
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4005045203
This is a Texas Common Course Number.