CH2201
A First Course in Organic Chemistry
2017-2018
20
10
SCQF level 8
1
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 8
Semester: 1
Availability restrictions: Available only to non-graduating students.
Planned timetable:
This module is an introductory course in organic chemistry. It covers aspects of structure, bonding and stereochemistry in Organic Chemistry. The syllabus includes the chemistry of alkanes, simple cycloalkanes, alkenes and alkynes together with functional group chemistry, largely that of singly-bonded functional groups. The chemistry is discussed and rationalised with reference to reaction mechanisms. The lecture course is complemented by a laboratory course.
Pre-requisite(s): Available to non-graduating students only
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CH1202 or take CH1601
Weekly contact: 3 - 4 lectures, 1 tutorial, 2 afternoon practical classes.
Scheduled learning hours: 87
Guided independent study hours: 113
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, 1-hour Practical Examination = 15%, Coursework = 25%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 15%
Coursework: 25%
Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination= 80%, Existing Coursework = 20%