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Organic/Physical Essentials of Organic Chemistry Webcast Course  
Course Code: RGWEB  
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Course Information
Have you been away from organic chemistry for a while and need a review of the basics? This course will renew your knowledge of the basics of organic chemistry by reviewing nomenclature, oxidation reduction, typical reactions of functional groups from a mechanistic perspective, stereochemistry, and medicinal chemistry.  
 
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When/Where/Fees
 
Online - February/March :: Online - April/May :: ::  
  Dates/Times/Locations
 
  February 1 - March 8, 2010
  This course will meet online for 5 session from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm ET on the following dates:
February 1
February 8
February 22
March 1
March 8

Attendance at scheduled class times is NOT required. Registered participants can attend the course by viewing session recordings.
 
  Event Location:
  Online
 
 
  System Requirements
You need a high-speed connection to the Internet and an up-to-date version of your web browser. The audio portion of the live session will be provided via VOIP and US toll-free conference call. VOIP is dependent on the quality and speed of your internet connection so a high-speed connection is strongly recommended. Those choosing to use VOIP should also have a headset or microphone in order to interact with the instructor. If not, we recommend you choose the telephone option, or contact us to purchase a headset for $5.
 
  Fees  
 
  Early Registration: $945 (ends Jan 18)  
  Standard Registration: $1095  
 
  Each person attending must register individually for this course

The course fee includes a electronic access to the course materials.

Five for Four!
Register five people for one course, one person for five courses, or any combination in between and your fifth registration is free. Note: This discount is only available if you register by fax or mail and mention this discount. May not be combined with any other offer.
 
 
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Key Topics
 
  • Nomenclature of molecules containing the 12 most common functional groups (both aliphatic and aromatic)
  • Oxidation/reduction relationships between organic molecules
  • The nature of each functional group underlying the most common reaction mechanisms involving that functional group
  • Stereochemistry, hydrogen bonding, and the importance of these concepts to understanding drug/receptor interactions
  • Individual study of one mechanism of reaction (choice from several) to realize the details of reaction mechanisms
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Course Instructor(s)
 
Lindy Harrison is Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry (retired) at York College of Pennsylvania where she teaches the capstone Physical Sciences seminar. Dr. Harrison teaches each of the following courses in-person and as webcasts: Essentials of Organic Chemistry, Effective Technical Writing, and Effective Technical Writing (English as a Second Language Version),
 
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