TITLE Understanding Organic Reactions SI MODULE CODE 31-5496-00N CREDITS 20 LEVEL 5 JACS CODE C700 SUBJECT GROUP FdSc Biochemistry DEPARTMENT Biosciences MODULE LEADER David Cross MODULE STUD HOURS (based on 10 hours per credit) Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities Placement (if applicable) Independent Guided Study 52.5 147.5 200 MODULE AIM(S) Total Number of Study Hours The module aims to give students an understanding of the major organic reaction mechanisms, provide an understanding of organic chemical analytical techniques and provide an understanding of the role of redox in bioscience. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES By engaging successfully with this module a student will be able to: 1. Recognise the main organic functional groups and know chemical tests with which to identify them 2. Use the IUPAC system to name organic molecules 3. Represent and recognise organic molecules using structural, displayed and skeletal formulae 4. Represent and name key reaction mechanisms using appropriate terminology 5. Select and critically analyse and evaluate different chemical techniques to solve a particular problem. 6. Know the definitions of oxidation and reduction and apply these to specific reactions 7. Understand some biological processes in terms of oxidation and reduction INDICATIVE CONTENT 1. Important functional groups in biological chemistry, chemical analysis and structure 2. Representation of organic molecules 3. Further organic nomenclature 4. Reaction mechanisms; electrophile, nucleophile, bond polarity, curly arrows, electrophilic addition, nucleophilic substitution, nucleophilic addition, elimination 5. Oxidation and reduction
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS A range of methods is used including: Lectures and seminars Laboratory practical sessions Group and individual practical activities Independent activities through VLE ASSESSMENT STRATEG AND METHODS No.* Short Description of SI Code EX/CW/ PR Weighting % Word Count or Exam Duration** 1 Essay CW 40 % 1600 words 2 Practical examination EX 60 % 1.5 hours In-module retrieval available Descriptions and SI Codes Essay (CW) (40%) Students will be required to critically analyse the process of identification of unknowns using chemical tests and give explanations in terms of the reactions involved. Practical examination (including set questions) (EX) (60%) Using an experimental brief and under examination conditions students will be required to carry out chemical tests and use their results to identify unknowns. The examination will include set questions testing students knowledge and understanding of reaction mechanisms. FEEDBACK Students will receive feedback on their performance in the following ways: Students will be provided with the opportunity to assess their own progress though formative testing taken place throughout the module Summative feedback will be used to help clarify areas of strength as well as indicate areas for development. This feedback will be aligned with relevant module outcomes and provided on an assessment feedback sheet on Turnitin Summative feedback will be provided through methods such as script annotations, and tutorials. LEARNING RESOURCES (INCLUDING READING LISTS) Hill, G. and Holman, J. (2011) Chemistry in context. Cheltenham: Thomas Nelson. Clayden, J., Greeves, N., Warren, S. & Wothers, P. (2001). Organic Chemistry. Oxford: OUP
Clynes, S., Williams, D.J.W. and Clarke, J.S. (1971) A new chemistry. Sevenoaks: Hodder and Stoughton. Crowe, J. & Bradshaw, T. (2010). Chemistry for the Biosciences: The Essential Concepts (2nd Edition). Oxford: OUP. Housecroft, C. E. & Sharpe, A. G. (2001). Inorganic Chemistry. New ork: Pearson Prentice Hall. Karty, J. (2005). The Nuts and Bolts of Organic Chemistry: A Student's Guide to Success. Menlo Park, CA: Benjamin Cummings. MORAN, L.A. et al. (no date) Principles of Biochemistry. 5th edn. Pearson. Voet, D. J., Voet, J. G. & Pratt, C. W. (2008). Principles of Biochemistry. (3rd Edition). Chichester: Wiley. Much of the key reading can be found in the University Centre Library. Some of the key reading will be also available via the University Centres VLE (Moodle) and on itunes U. Moodle will also be used to provide links to some relevant e-journals, e-books and relevant internet pages. E-learning through forms such as e-mail, discussion forums and pod casts will be used to develop learning. These will be used in addition to seminars and workshops, to provide students with the opportunity to disseminate ideas, ask questions and gain additional information from teaching staff and peers. Instructional videos will also provide students with additional information into some relevant testing/analysis procedures that are required as part of the module. These resources will be used to provide a flexible and interactive learning environment, enhancing students adherence and motivation to the course and also the ability to become a more autonomous student.
SECTION 2: MODULE INFORMATION FOR STAFF ONL MODULE DELIVER AND ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION MODULE STATUS - INDICATE IF AN CHANGES BEING MADE NEW MODULE EXISTING MODULE - NO CHANGE Title Change Level Change Credit Change Assessment Pattern Change Change to Delivery Pattern Date the changes (or new module) will be implemented 9/16 MODULE DELIVER PATTERN Give details of the start and end dates for each module. If the course has more than one intake, for example, September and January, please give details of the module start and end dates for each intake. Module Begins Module Ends Course Intake 1 24/09/16 11/02/17 Is timetabled contact time required for this module? Are any staff teaching on this module non-shu employees? If yes, please give details of the employer institution(s) below North Lindsey College What proportion of the module is taught by these non-shu staff, expressed as a percentage? 100 % MODULE ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Indicate how the module will be marked *Overall PERCENTAGE Mark of 40% *Overall PASS / FAIL Grade N *Choose one only module cannot include both percentage mark and pass/fail graded tasks SUB-TASKS Will any sub-tasks (activities) be used as part of the assessment N strategy for this module? If sub-tasks / activities are to be used this must be approved within the Faculty prior to approval. Sub-task / activity marks will be recorded locally and extenuating circumstances, extensions, referrals and deferrals will not apply to sub-tasks / activities. FINAL TASK According to the Assessment Information shown in the Module Descriptor, which task will be the LAST TASK to be taken or handedin? (Give task number as shown in the Assessment Information Grid in Section 1 of the Descriptor) No. 2
REVISIONS Date Feb 2016 Reason Module Modification - DB2BC23-15-16