Course: Organic Chemistry 2

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Course title Organic Chemistry 2
Course code OCH/OC2
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Seminar
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kováč Ondřej, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
1) Introduction; review of the reactivity of functional groups covered in OC1 - alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and aromatic compounds 2) Alcohols and phenols - properties and reactivity 3) Ethers, epoxides, and organosulfur compounds - properties and reactivity 4) Carbonyl compounds - properties and reactivity 5) Carboxylic acids - properties and reactivity 6) Carboxylic acid derivatives (functional and substitution derivatives) - properties and reactivity 7) Carbohydrates - properties and reactivity 8) Nitrogen-containing organic compounds - properties and reactivity 9) Introduction to heterocyclic compounds - properties, reactivity, and synthesis 10) Introduction to the planning and strategy of organic synthesis - integrated into and discussed throughout the individual lectures The preparation of individual functional groups is discussed within the context of the reactivity of related functional derivatives.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture
Learning outcomes
A specialized course focused on the study of the properties, reactivity, and synthesis of organic compounds.
Define main concepts, describe main approaches, learn basic chemical reactions, present system of the organic chemistry.
Prerequisites
The OC2 lectures build directly on the knowledge acquired in OC1, and this knowledge is essential for understanding the topics covered.
OCH/OC1

Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam

The examination is conducted in written form. The maximum possible score is 100 points. To pass the examination, students must obtain at least 60 points (60%). Final Examination Grading Scale A: 90-100 points B: 80-89 points C: 70-79 points D: 65-69 points E: 60-64 points F: 0-59 points
Recommended literature
  • Clayden J., Greeves N., Warren S. (2012). Organic chemistry.
  • Červinka O., Dědek V., Ferles M. (1980). Organická chemie. Praha.
  • Červinka O., Dědek V., Ferles M. (1969). Organická chemie. SNTL.
  • McMurry, J. (2015). Organická chemie. VUTIUM.
  • McMurry, S. (2009). Studijní příručka a řešené příklady. VŠCHT.
  • Potáček, M. et al. (2009). Řešené příklady z organické chemie. Brno.


Study plans that include the course
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Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Nanomaterial Chemistry (2026) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Chemistry for Education (2024) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Chemistry - Analytical Specialist (2021) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Bioinorganic Chemistry (2026) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Chemistry (2026) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Bioorganic Chemistry and Chemical Biology (2026) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Biochemistry (2026) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter