Organic Chemistry I


CHM-251

This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM-252. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science.

  • Prerequisite:
    C or better in high school chemistry, CHM-092, or CHM-121/121A; and take DRE-097 (or placement), DRE-098 (or placement), ENG-002 Tier 1 (or placement), ENG-025, or C or better in ENG-110 or ENG-111; and take DMA-010-030 (or placement), MAT-025 (or placement), MAT-035 (or placement), or MAT-003 Tier 1 (or placement)
  • Corequisite: None
Class Hours 3
Lab Hours 3
Clinic, Coop, or Shop Hours
Credit Hours 4