This subject will outline some of the major methods of organic synthesis including asymmetric aldol and related reactions, sigmatropic rearrangements and metal-catalysed transformations. Applications in the synthesis of important chiral molecules will be discussed.
Intended learning outcomes
Students completing this subject should be able to:
Show an increased knowledge and understanding of advanced organic chemical synthesis.
Understand useful methods for stoichiometric asymmetric synthesis.
Be able to use transition state models to predict stereochemical outcomes.
Provide plausable chemcial synthesis
Generic skills
Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
An ability to evaluate the professional literature
A capacity to apply concepts developed in one area to a different context
An understanding of the changing knowledge base
The ability to use conceptual models to rationalize experimental observations