CHEM12A
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CHEM 12A - Organic Chemistry
Course Title
Organic Chemistry
Course Description
A study of all aspects of fundamental organic chemistry, including nomenclature, chemical and physical properties, reactions and syntheses of the major classes of organic compounds. The study includes theoretical aspects, reaction mechanisms, multistep syntheses, and the chemistry of polycyclic and heterocyclic compounds. This course is more extensive and intensive than 3A-3B and includes a greater emphasis on reaction mechanisms and multistep syntheses. 12A (F); 12B (SP)
Minimum Units
5
Maximum Units
5
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Instructors
Staff
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Prerequisites
12A: 1B or 4B with grade of C- or higher; 12B: 12A with grade of C- or higher. For students majoring in chemistry or a closely related field such as chemical engineering or molecular and cell biology.
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course after completing the course(s) below.
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Formats
Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory, Voluntary
Term
Fall and Spring
Weeks
15 weeks
Weeks
15
Lecture Hours Min
3
Lecture Hours Max
3
Discussion Hours Min
1
Discussion Hours Max
1
Laboratory Hours Min
5
Laboratory Hours Max
5
Voluntary Hours Max
2
Outside Work Hours Min
6
Outside Work Hours Max
6