University of Portland Bulletin 2021-2022

CHM 375 Organic Chemistry I Lab

This course teaches the principles and techniques used in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds. Students apply a variety of separation techniques; consult the chemical literature; investigate the kinetics of a proposed mechanism; synthesize organic compounds; operate IR and NMR spectrometers; and identify unknown compounds based on spectroscopic analysis. Fee: $70

Prerequisite

A grade of C- or higher in CHM 278

Corequisite

CHM 325
  • Up one level
  • 300