Advanced Synthetic Methods

Undergraduate | 2026

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CHEM 3011
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Course ID
200395
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Adelaide City Campus East
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Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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School of Phys, Chem and E Sci
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Yes

Course overview

In this course, students will develop technical laboratory skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, in addition to evaluative skills, in both theory-focussed workshops and practical based laboratory activities, with the aim of further developing an understanding of advanced synthetic methods in organic chemistry.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply knowledge of advanced synthetic methods to conceptual problems in organic synthesis, and to evaluate proposed solutions
  • Representing chemical structures, formulae, equations and reaction mechanisms
  • Demonstrate proficiency in undertaking individual and/or team-based preparative laboratory investigations using appropriate apparatus, techniques and safe laboratory practices
  • Analyse, interpret and present the results of preparative laboratory experiments
  • Communicate results of laboratory experiment in written scientific reports and/or oral presentations

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed CHEM3001 Organic Chemistry 3

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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