The University of Tampa, CHE 232 G, Fall 2018

Organic Chemistry I
CHE 232, Section G – Fall 2018
M W, 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM
Location: SCHO 204

Instructor Information:
Instructor: Dr. Ashley Longstreet
Office: SA 104, Lab: SA 209
Phone: 813.257.6316
E-Mail: [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesdays 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, and Fridays by appointment

Description:
This course will serve as an introduction to organic chemistry. As defined by the American Chemical Society (ACS), organic
chemistry is “the study of the structure, properties, reactions, and preparations of carbon-containing compounds…”. Once
only limited to compounds produced by living organisms, organic chemistry now encompasses “human-made”
compounds with applications towards pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, petrochemicals, explosives, paints, cosmetics, and
materials from plastics to the organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) found in electronics. In addition, organic chemistry is
essential for understanding biochemical processes.

This course will not be easy, but every student has the potential to do well. As the instructor, I will do my best to guide
each student through the material. However, it will ultimately be up to the student to put in the extra work outside of
class (i.e. reading the book chapters, taking advantage of non-graded problem sets, coming to office hours for extra help,
etc.) to understand (not just memorize) the material in order to receive the desired grade.

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will know how to:

1. Interpret and construct different molecular representations of organic molecules.

2. Describe Lewis and Brønsted-Lowry acid and base reactions.
3. Use conformational analysis to evaluate confirmation stability of an organic molecule.
4. Differentiate between constitutional and stereoisomers.
5. Name organic molecules using the IUPAC nomenclature rules and designating their stereochemical
configuration.
6. Use concepts in kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction energy-diagrams/transition state theory to
predict reaction outcomes.
7. Determine the products and draw the mechanisms of SN2, SN1, E2, and E1 reactions, addition reactions
to alkenes and alkynes, and radical reactions.
8. Use spectroscopy to determine the structure of an organic molecule.
9. Propose a synthesis for a target organic molecule.

For more information on the goals of the UT Chemistry Department, use the following link:
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Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for this course is the successful completion of General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory
(CHE 154 and CHE 155L) with a grade of C or better. An additional pre- or corequisite includes CHE 233L with a grade of C
or better.

Required course materials:

• “Organic Chemistry” by David Klein, 3rd Edition. There are several options listed below.
o Electronic (e-book) only, includes electronic study guide [ISBN: 9781119430162]
o Unbound loose-leaf format with downloadable e-book and WileyPLUS [ISBN: 9781119340614]
o Unbound loose-leaf format with WileyPLUS [ISBN: 9781119340614]
o Unbound loose-leaf format with WileyPLUS and loose-leaf solutions manual [ISBN:
9781119380719]
o Unbound loose-leaf format with downloadable e-book [ISBN: 9781119447719]
o Stand-alone WileyPLUS which includes a copy of the textbook only available online. This can be
purchased directly from the WileyPLUS site. Use coupon code UTA03 to purchase WileyPLUS for
only $100.
• Molecular Visions Model Kit OR HGS 1013Alpha Organic Chemistry for Students Molecular Model Kit
o The HGS Model Kit can be purchased from the HGS Model Website1.

Strongly recommended course materials:

• Student Solution Manual and Study Guide for “Organic Chemistry” by David Klein, 3rd Edition [ISBN:
9781119378693]
• “Organic Chemistry as a Second Language: First Semester Topics” by David Klein, 4th Edition
• “Organic Nomenclature: A Programmed Introduction” by James Traynham, 6th Edition [ISBN:
9780130178688]

Homework:
Almost every week, a short homework will be assigned. The purpose of these homework assignments is to help prevent
students from falling behind in class and to inform the instructor of subject areas where students may be struggling.
Assignments will appear on Blackboard on Wednesdays evenings in accordance to the class schedule (or sooner). The
assignments must be handed in at the start of class the day they are due. If missing class, the assignment can be handed
in to the instructor before the start of class. No electronic copies will be accepted. Answer keys for each homework will
be posted on Blackboard soon after the assignment is turned in. The lowest TWO homework grade will be dropped, so
only ten assignments will count toward the final grade.

WileyPLUS:
WileyPLUS will not be used for this course. However, if a student purchases WileyPLUS, a general section (Section Z) can
be accessed containing practice problems. The registration flyer with instructions on how to access the course can be
found on Blackboard.

Exam Preparations:
Six scheduled exam preparations will be given throughout the course of the semester. Each preparation will be taken
individually and closed book, meaning no notes or books may be used, and will be given in the first 15 – 20 minutes of

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class. Answer keys will be posted on Blackboard soon after the class period ends. The lowest grade will be dropped, so
only five exam preparations will count toward the final grade.

Exams:
Three exams are scheduled throughout the course of the semester to test the students understanding of the material.
Each exam will be taken individually and closed book, meaning no notes or books may be used during the exam. Students
will have the entire class period to take the exam, and they are welcome to bring their molecular model kits. One week
prior, an optional problem set will be available on Blackboard to serve as a study guide for the exam. The problem set
will be neither graded nor collected. The answer key to the problem set will be posted on Blackboard a few days before
the exam. It is highly recommended that students work out each of the problems before looking at the answer key.

Final Exam:
The final exam will be a standardized, cumulative multiple-choice exam distributed by the ACS. The exam will take place
on Monday, December 10th at 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM in SCHO 204. Study guides for the ACS exam can be purchased online
through retailers such as Amazon. Chemistry models are not permitted during the exam. The exam will be taken
individually and closed book, meaning no notes or books may be used during the exam. Grading of the final is relative to
the national mean score of the exam and is calculated by setting the national average score equal to a middle C and scaling
from there. If a student’s final exam score is higher than their lowest exam score, the lowest exam score will be replaced
with the final exam score.

Attendance and Make-Up Policy for Homework, Exam Preparations, and Exams:
Attendance is not mandatory, but HIGHLY recommended. No make-ups will be given for homework and exam
preparations. If you anticipate that you will be unable to attend a class during an exam, please notify your instructor to
see if appropriate arrangements can be made. Students have up to two days to make-up an exam. It is the student’s
responsibility to schedule a time at the testing center for exam make-ups. No credit will be given for unexcused absences
or once the exam key has been posted. Absences will be dealt with on an individual basis.

Grading Structure and Scale:

Grades will be based on the homework, exam preparations, and exams given in class. Points and partial credit will be
awarded based on the quality of the response to the question (correct, partially correct, incorrect by small
misunderstanding, or incorrect). Detailed explanations for why points are given will not be provided on every assignment,
but students are welcome to contact the instructor if they have any questions. If the student wishes to challenge a grade
they have received, please feel free to contact the instructor by e-mail to schedule an appointment for the grade change.
A grade will only be altered if the student provides substantial evidence to back their claims. Students are also welcome
to discuss their current grade in a private setting throughout the course of the semester by scheduling an appointment
with the instructor.

Points Weight
Homework ( 10) 80 (8 each) 8%
Exam Preparations ( 5) 120 (24 each) 12%
Exams ( 3) 600 (200 each) 60%
ACS Final Exam 20 20%
Totals 1000 points 100%

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The final letter grade awarded at the end of the semester is based on the number of points received through each
assignment using the current scale shown below.

Letter Grade Points

A 900 – 1000
AB 860 – 899
B 800 – 859
BC 760 – 799
C 670 – 759
D 550 – 669
F <550

Reporting Sexual Violence/ Title IX Matters:

Sexual violence includes nonconsensual sexual contact and nonconsensual sexual intercourse (which is any type of sexual
contact without your explicit consent, including rape), dating violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, domestic
violence, and stalking. You may reach out for confidential help (see contact info below) or report an incident for
investigation.

If you choose to write or speak about an incident of sexual violence and disclose that this violence occurred while you
were a UT student, the instructor is obligated to report the incident to the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for Students. The
purpose of this report is to provide a safe and nondiscriminatory environment for all students. The Deputy Coordinator
or his or her designee will contact you to let you know about the resources, accommodations, and support services at UT
and possibilities for holding the perpetrator accountable. If you do not want the Title IX Coordinator notified, instead of
disclosing this information to your instructor, you can speak confidentially with the individuals listed below. They can
connect you with support services and discuss options for holding the perpetrator accountable.

There is an exception to this required reporting for preventative education programs and public awareness events or
forums. While the instructor is not required to report disclosures during these instances, unless you make or initiate a
complaint, during these programs or events, the instructor or another University official will ensure that the students are
aware of the available resources at UT, such as counseling, health, and mental health services, and it will provide
information about Title IX, how to file a Title IX complaint, how to make a confidential report, and the procedure for
reporting sexual violence.

For more information, see The University of Tampa’s Title IX2 webpage and the Student Services Title IX and Sexual
Misconduct Procedures3 page.

To make a confidential report of sexual violence, please contact:

• The Victim’s Advocacy Hotline: ([email protected]) (813) 257-3900

• Dickey Health & Wellness Center ([email protected]) (813) 257-1877
• Health and Counseling Center ([email protected]) (813) 253-6250

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ADA Statement:
Students with disabilities: If there is a student who requires accommodations because of any disability, please go to the
Academic Success Center in North Walker Hall for information regarding registering as a student with a disability. You may
also call (813) 257-5757 or email [email protected]. Please feel free to discuss this issue with me, in private, if you
need more information.

Academic Integrity Statement:

Academic integrity: Cheating, plagiarism, copying and any other behavior that is contrary to University standards of
behavior will not be tolerated. Students caught violating any aspect of the University of Tampa’s Academic Integrity Policy
will be penalized in all cases. Penalty ranges from “0” on an assignment to “F” for the course without regard to a student’s
accumulated points. Students may also face expulsion. It is the student’s responsibility to become familiar with the
policies of the university regarding academic integrity and to avoid violating such policies. Policy information is found at
Academic Integrity Policy4.

Class Disruption Statement:

Disruption policy: Every student has the right to a comfortable learning environment where the open and honest
exchange of ideas may freely occur. Each student is expected to do his or her part to ensure that the classroom (and
anywhere else the class may meet) remains conducive to learning. This includes respectful and courteous treatment of
all in the classroom. According to the terms of the University of Tampa Disruption Policy, the professor will take immediate
action when inappropriate behavior occurs. Details of the policy can be found at Disruption of the Academic Process5.

Campus Closure Statement:

Course interruption due to adverse conditions: In case of any adverse condition or situation which could interrupt the
schedule of classes, each student is asked to access UT Homepage6 for information about the status of the campus and
class meetings. In addition, please refer to Blackboard7 for announcements and other important information. You are
responsible for accessing this information.

Other Classroom Etiquette:

1. Arrive to class on-time. Arriving late not only prevents a student from obtaining valuable information related to
the course material, but it is also disruptive to the entire class.
2. Silence cell phones and other electronic devices. If a student seen using an electronic device for reasons unrelated
to the lecture, the student will be instructed to put the device away. If the student fails to do so, the disruption
policy mentioned above will be implemented. If not in use, please do not have these devices out during class
because display lights and vibrations are also a distraction.
3. Use proper e-mail etiquette when e-mailing the instructor by following these guidelines8.
a. Do not expect a response from the instructor after 7 PM on weeknights, on weekends and holidays, or
during severe weather such as a tropical storm or hurricane.

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Tentative Schedule:
Week Assignments Lesson
Syllabus
Mon. Aug. 27
Chap. 1 (General chemistry review)
Wed. Aug. 29 Homework 1 (Due Sept. 5) Chap. 2 (Molecular representations)
Mon. Sept. 3 Labor Day, No Class

Wed. Sept. 5 Homework 2 (Due Sept. 10) Chap. 2 (Molecular representations)

Mon. Sept. 10 Chap. 3 (Acids and bases)

Exam Prep. 1 (Chap. 1 – 2)

Wed. Sept. 12 Chap. 3 (Acids and bases)
Homework 3 (Due Sept. 17)
Mon. Sept. 17 Chap. 4 (Alkanes and cycloalkanes, conformational analysis)
Exam Prep. 2 (Chap. 3 – part of 4)
Wed. Sept. 19 Chap. 4 (Alkanes and cycloalkanes, conformational analysis)
Homework 4 (Due Sept. 24)
Mon. Sept. 24 Chap. 5 (Stereoisomerism)
Wed. Sept. 26 Exam 1, Chap. 1 – 4
Mon. Oct. 1 Chap. 5 (Stereoisomerism)
Wed. Oct. 3 Homework 5 (Due Oct. 8) Chap. 6 (Chemical Reactivity & Mechanisms)
Mon. Oct. 8 Chap. 7.1 – 7.8 (SN2 & E2 reactions)
Exam Prep. 3 (Chap. 5 – 6)
Wed. Oct. 10 Chap. 7.1 – 7.8 (SN2 & E2 reactions)
Homework 6 (Due Oct. 15)
Mon. Oct. 15 Chap. 7.9 – 7.12 (SN1 & E1 reactions)
Wed. Oct. 17 Homework 7 (Due Oct. 22) Chap. 7.9 – 7.12 (SN1 & E1 reactions)
Mon. Oct. 22 Chap. 7 (Summary)
Exam Prep. 4 (Chap. 7)
Wed. Oct. 24 Chap. 8 (Addition to alkenes)
Homework 8 (Due Oct. 29)
Mon. Oct. 29 Chap. 8 (Addition to alkenes)
Wed. Oct. 31 Exam 2, Chap. 5 – 7
Mon. Nov. 5 Chap. 9 (Alkyne reactivity)
Wed. Nov. 7 Homework 9 (Due Nov. 12) Chap. 9 (Alkyne reactivity)
Mon. Nov. 12 Chap. 10 (Radical chemistry)
Exam Prep. 5 (Chap. 8 – 9)
Wed. Nov. 14 Chap. 10 (Radical chemistry)
Homework 10 (Due Nov. 19)
Mon. Nov. 19 Chap. 11 (Synthesis)
Wed. Nov. 21 Homework 11 (Due Nov. 26) Thanksgiving, No Class
Mon. Nov. 26 Chap. 14 – 15 (IR, MS, and NMR)
Exam 3, Chap. 8 – 11
Wed. Nov. 28
Homework 12 (Due Dec. 5)
Mon. Dec. 3 Chap. 14 – 15 (IR, MS, and NMR)
Wed. Dec. 5 Exam Prep. 6 (Chap. 14 – 15) ACS Review
Mon. Dec. 10th Final Exam 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM in SCHO 204