Aims and Fit of Module

The aim of the course is to consolidate and extend second year knowledge of synthetic and physical organic chemistry, and introduce some aspects of C-C formation catalyzed reactions.

Learning outcomes

A	have a good understanding of pericyclic reactions 

B	understand radical reactions

C	understand how to control double bond geometry

D	be able to deduce mechanisms on the basis of kinetic and other evidence

E	understand catalyzed carbon-carbon bond formation

Method of teaching and learning

Lectures and tutorials