CH 406 - Organic Synthesis

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: CH 302 , CH 308 . At least a C or better in CH 302 . A detailed survey of methods used to make molecules using organic chemical synthesis. Students become well-versed in drawing organic reaction mechanisms and in designing and evaluating synthetic strategies and tactics. Syntheses of medicinally important molecules (antibiotics, antivirals, and other drugs) will be used to introduce new reactions and reinforce understanding of mechanism and strategy. (Spring Only)