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Organic Chemistry I: Course Schedule and Assessment Overview (Ch. 1–3)

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Course Schedule Overview

Introduction

This document outlines the lecture schedule, problem set due dates, and midterm assessment for the first portion of a college-level Organic Chemistry I course, covering Chapters 1 through 3. It serves as a syllabus segment, helping students organize their study and assignment planning.

Lecture Topics and Timeline

  • Tu 8/26: Lecture 1: Welcome + Chapter 1, Part 1

  • Th 8/28: Lecture 2: Chapter 1, Part 2

  • Tu 9/2: Lecture 3: Chapter 1, Part 3

  • Th 9/4: Lecture 4: Chapter 2

  • Tu 9/9: Lecture 5: Chapter 3, Part 1

  • Th 9/11: Lecture 6: Chapter 3, Part 2

  • Tu 9/16: Lecture 7: Chapter 3, Part 3

  • Th 9/18: Lecture 8: Chapter 3, Part 4

  • Tu 9/23: Lecture 9: Midterm 1 Review

Problem Set Due Dates

  • PS #1: Due Tuesday, 9/2

  • PS #2: Due Monday, 9/8

  • PS #3: Due Monday, 9/15

  • PS #4: Due Sunday, 9/21

Midterm Assessment

  • Date: Tuesday, 9/23

  • Time: 7:00 pm

  • Location: Torgersen 2150

  • Coverage: Chapters 1–3

Summary Table: Schedule and Assessments

Date

Lecture Topic

Assignment Due

Tu 8/26

Welcome + Ch. 1 Pt. 1

Th 8/28

Ch. 1 Pt. 2

Tu 9/2

Ch. 1 Pt. 3

PS #1 Due

Th 9/4

Ch. 2

Tu 9/9

Ch. 3 Pt. 1

PS #2 Due

Th 9/11

Ch. 3 Pt. 2

Tu 9/16

Ch. 3 Pt. 3

PS #3 Due

Th 9/18

Ch. 3 Pt. 4

Tu 9/23

Midterm 1 Review

PS #4 Due

Tu 9/23 (@7 pm)

MIDTERM 1 (Ch. 1 – Ch. 3)

Additional info:

  • This schedule covers the foundational chapters of Organic Chemistry I, which typically include atomic structure, bonding, molecular geometry, and introductory organic compounds and reactions.

  • Students should use this schedule to plan their reading, homework, and exam preparation for the first third of the course.

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