The course Organic Chemistry Laboratory involves the application in practical laboratory activities of the concepts and main reactions seen within the Organic Chemistry 1 course. The laboratory activities of this course are chosen so as to involve as many topics as possible within the theoretical teaching that preceded it.
The goal is to acquire the ability to carry out the main operations that characterize an organic chemistry laboratory (synthesis, purification and characterization of organic molecules) autonomously, with awareness and safety. Added to this is the acquisition of the ability to work correctly in a group and to learn to draw up a report on laboratory activities in a critical and scientifically correct manner.
The aim of the course is to acquire the ability to carry out the main operations that characterize an organic chemistry laboratory (synthesis, purification and characterization of organic molecules) independently, with awareness and safety. Added to this is the acquisition of the ability to work correctly in a group and to learn to draw up a report on laboratory activities in a critical and scientifically correct manner.
Specifically, the student will be able to:
Basic concepts of general and inorganic chemistry, and organic chemistry.
The course is divided into theoretical lessons on the topics covered by the syllabus. During the lessons the laboratory activities are also described in detail. The teacher is always present in the laboratory and is flanked by: a) 1-2 laboratory technicians, b) generally a doctoral student or a postdoctoral fellow, c) an assistant professor, if necessary. The files with the presentations of the lessons and other didactic material of interest to the students are available on Aulaweb.
Some innovative teaching methods will also be used aimed at verifying that the student has acquired a sufficient understanding of the laboratory activities explained during the lessons, including special self-assessment quizzes, with an annual commitment estimated at approximately 2-3 hours, administered before the laboratory activity. The acquisition of the minimum requirements is essential for admission to practical activities. Students are made available the recordings of the laboratory activities carried out by the teacher in collaboration with the university e-learning service.
It should be noted that the attendance at lessons in which the procedures are explained is mandatory. The explanation of the techniques, fundamental for the execution of the experiments, as well as all the details of the individual procedures, will be dealt with in almost all the lessons. All laboratory activities are also compulsory.
The didactic material made available on Aulaweb and the notes taken in class are essential. It is also advisable to consult a text of Organic Chemistry of your choice for the in-depth analysis of the reactions subject to laboratory activities. For any further information, the following texts can be consulted (available for consultation/loan at CSB Cannizzaro) specifically dedicated to Experimental Organic Chemistry:
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RENATA RIVA (President)
LUCA BANFI
LARA BIANCHI (President Substitute)
CHIARA LAMBRUSCHINI (Substitute)
LISA MONI (Substitute)
ALESSANDRO PELLIS (Substitute)
From September, 30th, 2024.
The detailed schedule for laboratory training of the first semester will be given at the beginning of the lessons. The schedule of training of the second semester will be given within February, 24th, 2025.
The exam includes a written test whose passing entails admission to the oral exam. In case of failure of the oral exam, the student will have to take the written test again. At the end of the 1st semester, students who have already passed the Organic Chemistry 1 exam will be able to take an intermediate written test (enrollment is via Aulaweb only for this test) which, if passed, will exempt from the written test, provided that the oral to be taken by the end of July of the same year.
Only students who have already passed the Organic Chemistry 1 exam can take the exam.
Students who have valid certification of physical or learning disabilities on file with the University and who wish to discuss possible accommodations or other circumstances regarding lectures, coursework and exams, should speak both with the instructor and with Professor Sergio Di Domizio (sergio.didomizio@unige.it), the Department’s disability liaison.