CHEM211 Principles of Organic Chemistry 1Istinye UniversityDegree Programs Molecular Biology and Genetics (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: CHEM211
Course Name: Principles of Organic Chemistry 1
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. ESMAEIL DOUST KHAH HERAGH
Course Lecturer(s): Çiğdem Bilici
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To teach the basic concepts and principles of organic chemistry; To give theoretical and practical information together; To develop the ability to solve organic problems and make critical decisions; To give importance of organic chemistry in daily life; To help students think positively, logically and understand the importance of organic chemistry for engineering.
Course Content: Atomic and molecular Orbitals, hybridization, molecular geometry, Resonance and inductive effect, acid base, dipole moment, Saturated Hydrocarbons (Alkane, Cycloalkane and conformation), Unsaturated hydrocarbons (Alkenes, Alkynes), Alcohols and Ethers

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Learns the basic concepts and principles of organic chemistry, puts theoretical knowledge into practice.
2) Develops the ability to solve organic problems and make critical decisions.
3) Learns the importance of organic chemistry in daily life and can put it into practice.
4) Students understand the importance of positive organic chemistry for industry.
5) Apply theoretical organic knowledge to positive sciences.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Chemical bonding, fundamental concepts in organic chemistry
2) Chemical bonding, fundamental concepts in organic chemistry
3) Hybridization, molecular geometry, resonance, dipole examples
4) Alkanes and cycloalkanes, nomenclature of alkanes, their physical properties
5) Conformation of alkanes and cycloalkanes, their reactions
6) Stereochemistry
7) Problem Solving
8) Midterm
9) Nucleophilic Substitution- Alkyl Halides
10) Alkenes
11) Alkynes
12) Alcohols and Ethers
13) Alcohols and Ethers
14) Problem Solving
15) Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Organic Chemistry, 3rd Edition, David R.Klein, 2017, Wiley.
References: Organic Chemistry, 12th Edition, T.W. Graham Solomons & Craig B. Fryhle, 2016, J.Wiley&Sons.
Organic Chemistry, 3rd Edition, Robert C. Atkins, Francis A. Carey, 2002, Mc Graw Hill.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics. 3
2) Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3) Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field.
4) Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5) Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6) Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7) Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8) Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9) Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10) Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11) Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12) Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has a theoretical and practical background in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, which constitute the basic knowledge in the field of molecular biology and genetics. 3
2) Can explain biological phenomena and events at molecular level and relate them to other basic sciences and engineering applications.
3) Has the basic laboratory knowledge and skills required by the field. 3
4) Works in accordance with scientific principles and ethical rules.
5) Uses procedural and mathematical software programs required for the analysis and basic evaluation of biological data at least at the European Computer License Basic Level.
6) Has the knowledge, culture and skills to follow the literature and current methods related to his field.
7) Will be able to identify the main problem in line with the needs in health, agriculture, animal husbandry, environment, industry and similar issues and offer the necessary solutions by using up-to-date technology.
8) Has the knowledge and ability to evaluate biological phenomena and events at the level of systems from an evolutionary point of view.
9) Has the ability to be involved in individual and group work, to prepare and carry out projects on specific topics, and to make written and oral presentations.
10) Uses at least one foreign language in reading, writing and speaking at B1 General Level in terms of European Language Portfolio criteria.
11) Has the ability to identify social and global problems using his / her field knowledge and to be a part of the solution in interdisciplinary cooperation.
12) Respects social, cultural and individual differences, universal values and human rights in his / her scientific and professional activities.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Laboratory 13 % 20
Quizzes 5 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Laboratory 13 2 26
Study Hours Out of Class 13 2 26
Midterms 1 15 15
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 126