Advanced Organic Synthesis I
3.0
creditsAverage Course Rating
The reactions and principles involved in the synthesis of simple and complex organic compounds. Discussion of famous natural product syntheses and practice in developing rational designs for organic syntheses. Problems in the design of syntheses and in the use of chemical literature.
Fall 2014
Professor: Rebekka Klausen
The highest rated aspects of this course included the range of materials covered, the useful problem sets, and the structure and organization of the course overall. The long morning lectures and difficulty of the material were given the lowest rating for the course. Additional y, some students found the pace of 78the course to be overwhelming. Suggested improvements to the course included more reaction mechanisms and conditions and fewer homework sets, students said. Prospective students should know that the material is difficult, but the workload is manageable and the instructor makes herself available for assistance throughout the semester.