CHEM 3331 - Spectroscopic Identification of Organic Compounds

3 Credit(s)

The purpose of this course is to be a comprehensive and contemporary introduction to the diverse and fascinating spectroscopic methods in organic chemistry. In this course, students will explore the use of infrared (IR) spectroscopy, mass spectrometry (MS), 1D and 2D nuclear resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, and ultraviolet spectroscopy to determine the structures of organic compounds. The course covers underlying principles and also provides direct experience in interpretation of spectral data. Determination of unknown organic structures from spectral data is a highly rewarding puzzle-solving experience. All students will be trained in interpreting individual spectra and sets of combined spectra obtained by different methods, so that molecular compounds and materials are quickly and efficiently characterized with respect to their structure. Special emphasis will be placed on discussing, interpreting and documenting the data. This course will spend a majority of time on NMR spectroscopy but all of the methods will be used together to provide structural clues.

Selective
Advanced chemistry selective.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2314 or CHEM 1232 with a C- or better.