CHEM5531

Modern Methods in Organic Synthesis I

Survey and analysis of reactions employed in the synthesis of medicinally significant compounds. An in-depth understanding of the mechanistic details for each transformation will be emphasized. Topics will relate fundamental structural and electronic properties to issues of chemical reactivity. An emphasis will be placed on carbon-carbon bond and ring forming reactions. Students must have taken an Organic Chemistry II course, such asCHEM2231 or CHEM2012 or CHEM2241.

Course overview

Department
Chemistry
School
MCAS
Credits
3

Requirements fulfilled

No source-backed degree requirement is attached to this course yet.

Official evaluation summary

4.12 / 5

Based on 101 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-07-23. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · James P Morken · Devlin Hall 218 MW 09:00AM-10:15AM · Offered