Module code | CMY 384 |
Qualification | Undergraduate |
Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
Module content | Theory: NMR spectroscopy: applications. Aromatic chemistry, Synthetic methodology in organic chemistry. Carbon-carbon bond formation: alkylation at nucleophilic carbon sites, aldol and related condensations, Wittig and related reactions, acylation of carbanions (Claisen condensation). Practical: Laboratory sessions are designed to develop the rational thinking behind the design of organic chemistry experiments. An industrial project specifically prepares students for work in SA industry context and honours projects. As part of this practical programme the UN sustainable development goals must be considered in evaluating the best industrial process. |
Module credits | 18.00 |
NQF Level | 07 |
Programmes |
BSc Applied Mathematics
BSc Biochemistry BSc Chemistry BSc Geology BSc Human Physiology BSc Mathematics BSc Physics BSc Plant Science BSc specialising in Chemistry 4-year programme BSc specialising in Geology 4-year programme BSc specialising in Human Physiology 4-year programme BSc specialising in Mathematics 4-year programme BSc specialising in Physics 4-year programme |
Service modules | Faculty of Education |
Prerequisites | CMY 282, CMY 283, CMY 284 and CMY 285 |
Contact time | 1 tutorial every other week, 2 lectures per week, 2 practicals every other week |
Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
Department | Chemistry |
Period of presentation | Semester 2 |
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