• TFCH1009
  • Env Health Chem Application 2

  • Credits (ECTS): 5
  • Food Science and Environmental Health
  • Available on Programme(s): DT491

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Overview

Module Description

This is a foundation module in organic chemistry. The module is designed to introduce the student to concepts, terminology and principles of organic chemistry with a particular focus on environmental health aspects.

Indicative Syllabus

Bonding in organic compounds -Naming organic compounds -Functional groups in organic compounds -Alkanes and their isomers -Alkenes and alkynes -Aromatic compounds and their reactions Chemistry of benzene and its derivatives Nomenclature of benzene derivatives -Introduction to alcohols, ethers, amines -Aldehydes and ketones -Carboxylic acids, esters and amides Volatile organic compounds Phenols PCBs, dioxins and furans Petroleum organics.

Total Contact Teaching Hours:48

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