Experimental Synthetic Organic Chemistry
CHEM 135
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
Students are introduced to the synthesis, isolation, purification, characterization, and identification of organic compounds. Throughout the process students gain technical proficiency and develop an understanding of both the theory and practice of organic synthesis and spectroscopy. Students complete problem sets in spectroscopy and use electronic notebooks to keep track of their reactions.
Course Notes
Recommended as preparation for research in synthetic organic or bioanalytical chemistry (Chemistry 98R and 99R), or related disciplines. This course is suitable for students with or without extensive laboratory experience.
Class Notes
For students who are interested in taking an advanced lab course (Chem100r, 135 or 165), we ask you please fill out the chemistry advanced labs petition form (click) by Tuesday, November 11. We will respond to your petition the following day.
School
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits
4
Cross Reg
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
Department
Chemistry & Chemical Biology
Course Component
Laboratory
General Education
N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data
N/A
Divisional Distribution
Science & Engineering & Applied Science
Course Level
For Undergraduate and Graduate Students
