CH 221
Organic Chemistry I
Section: 601

Course Description

First half of two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of modern organic chemistry. Structure and bonding, stereochemistry, reactivity and synthesis of carbon compounds. Detailed coverage of aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, ethers, and alkyl halides. Introduction to spectral techniques of IR, UV-vis, and NMR. Students cannot receive credit for both CH 221 and CH 225.

DE Program

Flexible Access

Spring 2026

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: CH 101 with a grade of C- or better and CH 102; Corequisite: CH 222