This course aims to:

• introduce organic chemistry of aldol reactions and enolate anions;
• explain the structures and reactions of carbohydrates and lipids;
• introduce basic strategies of multi-step organic syntheses;
• explain conformational, steric, and stereoelectronic effects of organic molecules;
• critically evaluate organic reaction mechanisms;
• develop knowledge of nucleophilic substitution reaction;
• explain how nature synthesizes organic molecules and compare biosynthetic reactions and synthetic organic reactions.

Continuous Assessment: 30%

Examination: 70%

Examination Duration: 3 hours

Starting from Semester A, 2015-16, students must satisfy the following minimum passing requirement for courses offered by CHEM:
"A minimum of 40% in both coursework and examination components."