Passaic County Community College
Master Course Syllabus
2015-2016 ACADEMIC YEAR
Department Chair: Prof. Baranowski
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Course Code: CH 212
Course Title: Organic Chemistry II
Department/Program: Science
Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
Catalog Description/Course:
Covers Infra-red, UV-Vis and Mass Spectroscopy and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. Major functional groups
covered include aromatic compounds, aryl halides, alcohols and ethers, organometallics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic
acids and derivatives, amines, dicarbonyls and an introduction to biochemistry. Major classes of reaction covered include
oxidation and reduction, electrophilic aromatic substitution, nucleophilic addition and substitution to carbonyl and
nucleophilic substitutions to acyl carbon reactions. Laboratory experiments stress organic synthesis and product
identification with formal lab reports written to ACS specifications. Continuation of CH 211.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CH 211.
Credits: Four (4)
Lecture Hours: Three (3)
Lab/Studio Hours: Three (3)
Clinical/Fieldwork Hours: None
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REQUIRED TEXTBOOK/MATERIALS:
Lecture: Organic Chemistry, 9th ed. by John McMurry.
Although expensive, the solutions manual by Susan McMurry is highly recommended.
Laboratory: (1) Laboratory Experiments for Organic Chemistry. Available only in the PCCC bookstore.
Each individual student must have his/her own lab manual. No Xerox copies will be accepted.
(2) A lab notebook with duplicate pages.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Evaluate and analyze instrumental data to determine the identity and structure of organic compounds.
Name benzene, alcohol, ether and carbonyl compounds using standard IUPAC nomenclature.
Design synthetic schemes for derivatives of benzene compounds.
Design synthetic schemes for derivatives of carbonyl compounds.
Understand the reaction chemistry of alcohols.
Understand the reaction chemistry of ethers.
Employ modern laboratory techniques for the synthesis and analysis of organic compounds.
GRADING STANDARD:
The points available in this course are divided as follows:
4 Exams (100 pts. each)
Cumulative Final
Laboratory
Total
400 pts.
200 pts
265 pts
865 pts
At the conclusion of the course, your points from all exams and the lab will be totaled and your final
grade will be decided using the point values below. No scores will be dropped.
>92 % = A
91.9-88 % = A-
87.9 %-85 % = B+
84.9 %-80.0 % = B
79.9 % - 77 % = B-
76.9 % - 74.0 % = C+
73.9 % - 70 % = C
69.9 % - 65 % = D
<65 % = F
There will be no make-up exams given in this course for any reason. If you are unable to attend an
exam, your final exam will be scaled to 300 points and your grade calculated. DO NOT ASK FOR A MAKEUP FOR YOUR SPECIAL REASON. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. YOU
HAVE ALL THE EXAM DATES NOW SO PLAN ACCORDINGLY. No exceptions will be made for
conveniently sick children, sudden work assignments or deceased relatives. Missing a second exam will result
in a grade of zero for both of the exams you missed.
COURSE CONTENT:
Tentative Lecture Schedule
Week
Chapter
Title
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
10
11
20
21
12
13
14
15
22
23
24
Mass and Infra-Red Spectroscopy
NMR
UV-Vis
Benzene
Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution
Alcohols and Phenols
Ethers and Epoxides
Thiols and Sulfides
Aldehydes and Ketones
Nucleophilic Addition Reactions
Carboxylic acids and Nitriles
Carnodyl Derivatives
Nucleophilic Acyl Substitution
Alpha-Substitution
Condensation Reactions
Amines ands Heterocycles
Final Exam - All Chapters
19
Exam
1 (Ch. 12-14)
2 (Ch. 15-18)
3 (Ch. 19-21)
4 (Ch. 22-24 )
All exams will be given in the week scheduled. Although the instructor will attempt to provide
sufficient notice, it is the student’s responsibility to be ready for the exam.
Lecture Policies
CELL PHONES: The possession of a cell phone during class is a violation of the PCCC Student Code of Conduct. All cell phones
are to be turned off during class. Any student using a cell phone in class will be told to leave. Any student leaving to take a call will
not be permitted back into the room at the instructor’s discretion. If you consider a phone call more important than class, please stay
out.
EXAM POLICIES (applies to both lecture and lab):
A. Your instructor will discuss with you the general format for the exams.
B. No scrap paper is permitted during the exam.
C. You may use no materials other than those specifically given by the instructor, a pen/pencil and a naked calculator.
D. Students may be asked to change seats at the discretion of the instructor. Do not take this personally.
E. Students may be asked to place all coats, hats, pocketbooks, bags and any other materials at the front of the room before
the exam. Do not bring anything you are afraid to leave at the front of the room.
F. CELL PHONES: Any student who has possession of a cell phone during an exam will immediately have his/her exam
terminated. You may not so much as take it out of your pocket.
G. Each student must have his/her own calculator. There can be no sharing of calculators during an exam and you may not
use a cell phone calculator.
CHEATING: Academic integrity is covered by both the Student Code of Conduct and Science Department Policy as shown in the last
page of the syllabus. Students caught cheating will generally receive a grade of “F” for the course.
ASSIGNMENTS: A number of problems located at the end of each chapter of the textbook or from other sources will be suggested by
the instructor. These problems will not be collected nor will they be discussed in lecture. Chemistry must be practiced and it is
suggested that you do as many problems (assigned and unassigned) as possible. Your instructor will advise you on how to obtain the
solutions to these problems.
TUTORING: If you need additional help in any part of the course, tutoring is available as a courtesy through the Science Department.
The schedules are posted on the lab doors and bulletin boards.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will be taken in both lecture and lab for financial aid purposes. There are no points for attending
lecture; this is a college course and you are expected to be there. See the laboratory syllabus for policies regarding lab attendance.
You may not bring your children to either lecture or lab.
LATE POLICY: Chronically late students may not be admitted to the lecture at the discretion of the instructor. Students who are late
to an exam may be allowed to begin the exam but will receive no extra time. Please see the lab syllabus for late policies regarding
labs.
INCOMPLETE GRADES: The grade of incomplete is only given at the discretion of the instructor and does not erase the work done
in the course to that point. All exam and assignments dates have been provided on the first day of class. No “incomplete” grades or
consideration will be given for plane flights, family reunions or any other reason. A grade of incomplete for a valid medical reason
will only be granted after sufficient documentation is provided. You must attend the final and all other exams on the dates scheduled.
You have the exam dates now, so plan accordingly.
REPEATING THE COURSE: Students who are repeating the course must repeat both the lecture and the laboratory. Please discuss
what to do about the lab handouts with your instructor. You may not white-out old reports and resubmit them.
IMPORTANT DATES: The dates for automatic withdrawl from the course and for withdrawing with the permission of the instructor
are located on the PCCC website at www.pccc.edu.
Final Exams: There are two final exams in this course. On the final day of laboratory, students will take the American Chemical
Society standardized final exam. This multiple choice exam is administered to all students in the United States who take Organic
Chemistry. Students will receive 1 extra-credit point for every correct answer up to a maximum of 40 points.
Laboratory Schedule
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Exp. #
XIII
XI
XII
XIV
XV
XIX
9
10
11
12
13
14
XXIB
XVII
XX
XXIA
XVI
Title
Synthesis of Polystyrene
Synthesis of methyl meta-nitrobenzoate
Synthesis of meta-nnitrobenzoic acid
Identification of an Unknown Carbonyl
Reduction of Benzil to Hydrobenzoin
Banana Oil I
Banana Oil II
Aldol Condensation
Spring Break – No Class
Synthesis of Acetominophen
Synthesis of Benzocaine
Synthesis of Salicylic Acid
Synthesis of Aspirin
Laboratory Final
ACS Final Exam
Laboratory Policies
Attendance: Any student not present when the instructor begins the lab instructions and shuts the door will not be
permitted in the lab and will receive a grade of zero for the lab. A student who misses a lab may not obtain the data from
his/her partner and hand it in..
LAB REPORTS:
Lab reports are due as requested after the completion of each lab. The format for the labs will vary and your
instructor will explain what is required for each report as well as the due date. Reports must be typed in proper English.
Late labs will not be accepted. Your lab reports will account for 50% of your final grade.
LAB NOTEBOOK:
Students in Organic chemistry are required to purchase and use a lab notebook. Carbon copies of each entry must
be left with the instructor after each lab session. Your lab notebook will be graded for accuracy, neatness and scientific
validity.
When you have completed your lab: If any lab time remains after you complete your work, this is an excellent
opportunity to ask the instructor questions. Questions on homework, how to use the calculator or a clarification of
something from lecture are all excellent questions.
Lab Final: The lab final exam will cover the labs as specified above and will be worth 40% of your lab grade. The exam
may be written or may include a practical section in which you are asked to perform a procedure. Your instructor will
specify the format of each exam.
Final Lab Score: Your lab score will be obtained by totaling all of the points from your lab quizzes, report s and the lab
exam. A percentage will then be assigned based on this total and your final lab score calculated.
Safety Glasses: Department approved safety glasses must be worn at all times in the lab. Glasses are to be put on as
soon as the lab introduction is completed and must be kept on until cleanup is completed regardless of whether or not you
are working yourself. Failure to do so will result in the student’s removal from the lab.
PASSAIC COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
The College’s Academic Integrity Policy is strictly enforced by the Science Department. All students are expected
to familiarize themselves with the Academic Integrity Policy printed on page 25 of the 2009/2011 Academic
Bulletin. The Policy clearly states that:
“All members of the academic community at Passaic County Community College must maintain a
constant commitment to academic integrity. Academic integrity is central to the pursuit of education. For
students at PCCC, this means maintaining the highest ethical standards in completing their academic work. By
completing their academic goals with integrity and honesty, students can reflect on their efforts with pride in
their accomplishments.”
The Academic Integrity Policy goes on to list examples of actions that violate the principle of academic
integrity. These actions fall into one of two major categories: cheating and plagiarism. All students are expected to
familiarize themselves with the definitions of cheating and plagiarism in the Student Code of Conduct printed on
page 38 of the 2009/2011 Academic Bulletin. Please be advised that not being aware of College policies in no way
excuses violations.
In addition to the aforementioned policies, the unique activities, conditions, and potential dangers in science
laboratories require that supplementary rules, regulations, and protocols are strictly followed. Therefore:
-students are expected to be familiar with and strictly abide by all laboratory safety procedures
-no food or drinks are allowed in the laboratory
-backpacks, purses, and other personals must be placed underneath lab tables
-all laboratory tables and counters must be cleaned upon arriving and again before leaving the lab
-all dissection remains and chemicals must be discarded in appropriately labeled containers
-all dissection tools must be washed, dried, and returned to designated areas
-prepared slides must be removed from microscopes and returned to correct trays
-microscopes must be returned to the proper shelf with cord wound and number facing out
-all equipment and models must be returned to designated areas with parts properly attached
-unless otherwise informed by the instructor, students are not permitted to use and/or share electronic
devices of any kind during examinations and classroom activities.
-unless otherwise informed by the instructor, students will complete and submit individual lab reports
and assignments even if activities are conducted and data is collected in groups
Please be advised that in accordance with the College’s Academic Integrity Policy, sanctions for violations
“may be an academic sanction (reduced grade, a grade of “F” for the assignment, a grade of “F” for the course), or
referral to the Student Affairs Office for a recommended disciplinary sanction (e.g., probation, suspension, or
expulsion), or both.
COLLEGE POLICIES:
For Information regarding the following policies consult the College Catalog and/or Website and PCCC Student
Handbook
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PCCC’s Academic Integrity Code
Student Conduct Code
Student Grade Appeal Process
Intensive Writing Requirements
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Panther Alert: The College will announce delayed openings, closings, and other emergency situations through
the Panther Alert System. Students are encouraged to sign up for the Panther Alert Notification. Students can
sign up once they log into their Campus Cruiser Portal account through the PCCC website at www.pccc.edu.
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Cell Phone Policy: Use of cellular telephones, audible pagers, or other forms of audible electronic devices in all
academic learning environments (including but not limited to, laboratories, testing centers, classroom, library,
learning centers, theater, and so forth) is prohibited unless previously approved by the instructor or other
authorized administrator.
Please refer to the PCCC Student Handbook and PCCC Catalog (Academic Bulletin).
NOTIFICATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have a disability, and believe you need accommodations in this class, please contact Disability Services staff at
973-684-6395, or email ods@pccc.edu, to make an appointment. You should do so as soon as possible at the start of each
semester. If you require testing accommodations, you must remind me (the instructor) one week in advance of each test.
More information @ pccc.edu/ods.
Contact Information
Course Instructor:
Department Course Coordinator: Dr. Fred Safarowic
Office: A340 (Paterson Campus)
E-mail: fsafarowic@pcccc.edu
Phone: (973) 684-6835
Office hours and contact information for the Course Coordinator and the Department Chair can be found on the
Science Department website.