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Introduction to Hydrocarbon-Alkenes

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of organic chemistry, including the structure, nomenclature, synthesis, and reactions of major functional groups. It provides students with a strong foundation in reaction mechanisms and the chemical behavior of organic compounds. The knowledge gained serves as a basis for advanced studies in medicinal chemistry, drug design, and the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents in undergraduate pharmacy programs.

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About Course

Introduction to Hydrocarbon-Alkenes is designed to provide learners with a fundamental understanding of alkenes, an important class of unsaturated hydrocarbons. This course explores their structure, nomenclature, methods of preparation, and key chemical properties. Learners will gain insight into the reactions and behavior of alkenes in organic chemistry through engaging content and practical examples. The course builds a strong foundation for understanding hydrocarbon chemistry and its applications in science and industry.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

Source and Credits:

  • Instructor: PLAY Chemistry
  • Provider: YouTube (@PLAYChemistry)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Explain the structure, nomenclature, and physical properties of alkenes and their significance among unsaturated hydrocarbons.
  • Describe and compare various methods for the preparation of alkenes, including dehydration of alcohols, dehydrohalogenation of alkyl halides, and dehalogenation of vicinal dihalides.
  • Illustrate the mechanisms and chemical reactions of alkenes, including hydrogenation, halogenation, hydrohalogenation, hydration, oxidation, and ozonolysis.
  • Predict the products and regioselectivity of alkene reactions by applying concepts such as Markovnikov’s rule and reaction mechanisms.
  • Apply the principles of alkene chemistry to solve problems related to the synthesis and reactivity of organic and pharmaceutical compounds, thereby establishing a foundation for advanced studies in medicinal chemistry and drug synthesis.

Prerequisites

The students should have basic concepts of organic chemistry.

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is intended for graduate students.

Course Outline

Methods of Preparation and Chemical Properties of Alkanes

Hydrocarbons – ALKENES (Video)

Skills You Will Gain

Alkene Fundamentals Hydrocarbon Classification Alkene Preparation Methods Chemical Properties Analysis Reaction Mechanisms Organic Chemistry Concepts Unsaturated Compounds Knowledge Alkene Applications

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 1.1 Hours

Course Information

Difficulty Level

Advanced

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

English Only

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