270028 VO Organische Heteroatomchemie (2024S)

The course "Heteroatom Chemistry," aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the organic chemistry of elements other than carbon, with a specific focus on the heteroatoms commonly encountered in organic compounds. The primary learning objective is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply the principles of heteroatom chemistry in various scientific contexts, including research and industrial applications. By the end of this course, students should be able to:

Identify and explain the unique properties and behaviors of heteroatoms within molecules.
Understand the role of heteroatoms in the structure, reactivity, and function of organic and inorganic compounds.
Apply principles of heteroatom chemistry to predict and rationalize the outcomes of chemical reactions.
Be aware of modern techniques for the synthesis and characterization of heteroatom-containing compounds.

The course content is structured to cover a broad range of topics essential to heteroatom chemistry, including but not limited to:

Introduction to heteroatoms and their significance in chemistry.
Periodic trends and electronic configurations of heteroatoms.
Acid-base behavior, bonding, and steric effects of heteroatoms in compounds.
Role of heteroatoms in catalysis.
Synthetic strategies for incorporating heteroatoms into organic frameworks.
Case studies highlighting the importance of heteroatoms in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and environmental chemistry.

Teaching methods for this course include a combination of lectures and problem-solving sessions. Lectures will provide the theoretical foundation of heteroatom chemistry, supplemented by visual aids and real-world examples to enhance understanding.

The course will be taught in english.