Physical Organic Chemistry
CHEM450 & CHEM460
Focuses on reaction mechanisms
CHEM450 (Kinetics)
Course Director: Donna Blackmond
Term: Spring (every other year)
Credits: 3.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course covers selected special topics pertinent to current research in physical organic chemistry with an emphasis and chemical kinetics and reaction mechanisms. Lectures are accompanied by examples from the current literature as well as case studies significant to the historical development of the field. Problem solving is required throughout. The course is a useful companion to specialized classes in chemical synthesis, organometallic chemistry and physical chemistry.
CHEM460 (Bonding and Reactivity)
Course Directors: Julius Rebek Jr. and Thomas Kodadek
Term: Fall (every other year)
Credits: 3.0
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course covers selected special topics pertinent to current research in physical organic chemistry with an emphasis on bonding and reactivity. Topics include molecular structure and thermodynamics, intermolecular forces, reactivity and mechanisms, stereochemistry and electronic structure. Lectures are accompanied by examples from the current literature as well as case studies significant to the historical development of the field. The course is a useful companion to specialized classes in chemical synthesis, organometallic chemistry and bio-organic chemistry.
