
General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry represent two fundamental stages of chemical education.
General Chemistry provides a broad introduction to the properties of matter, atoms, molecules, and chemical interactions. Key topics include:
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Atomic Structure: Understanding the structure of atoms, subatomic particles, isotopes, and the periodic table.
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Quantum Mechanics: Describing the characteristics and properties of electrons in atoms and understanding their electronic configurations.
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Chemical Bonding: Exploring the different types of chemical bonds, including covalent and ionic bonds.
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Molecular Structure: Predicting the structures and geometries of small molecules using Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
Organic Chemistry is a specialized branch of chemistry dedicated to the structure, properties, and reactions of carbon-containing compounds. Key topics include:
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Functional Groups and IUPAC Nomenclature: Identifying the main functional groups and applying the rules for naming organic compounds according to IUPAC nomenclature.
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Stereochemistry: Studying how organic molecules are arranged in three-dimensional space.
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Basic Reaction Mechanisms: Understanding the detailed pathways by which electron pairs move to break and form covalent bonds during organic reactions and synthesis.
General Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Understand the structure and composition of atoms and their isotopes.
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Understand the electronic configuration of atoms according to the principles of quantum mechanics.
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Describe the classification of elements in the periodic table.
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Predict the general properties of elements based on their position in the periodic table.
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Predict the structures and geometries of small molecules using Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
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Apply IUPAC nomenclature rules to name basic organic compounds.
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Understand and describe the three-dimensional arrangement of organic molecules.
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Identify common functional groups in organic compounds.
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Describe basic organic reaction mechanisms in terms of the movement of electron pairs.
- Enseignant: Sofiane DERBOUZ





















