CHEM 444 - Organic Structure Determination Laboratory

Credits: 2

Description
Laboratory identification of unknown organic compounds using spectroscopic instruments (IR, NMR, UV, mass spectrometry); microtechniques; separation of mixtures (GLC, TLC, HPLC). Must also be enrolled in CHEM 443 - Organic Spectroscopy and Structure during the same semester.

Student Learning Outcomes

Develop methods of natural product isolation and advanced synthesis.
Demonstrate laboratory skills without stepwise instructions.
Recommend GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, NMR, UV-Vis and other instruments.
Design scientific laboratory reports without stepwise instructions.
Demonstrate an understanding of USEPA quality control protocols.
Distinguish between sound and unsound interpretation of data.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: CHEM 443

Graded: Letter Grade