Last Updated: Mon, 04/27/2026
Syllabus
General Class Information
Academic year:
2026
Semester:
Summer
Course prefix:
CHEM
Course number:
2311
Section:
A
CRN
50568
Department (you may add up to three):
Instructor first name:
Nathan
Instructor last name:
Blackburn
Catalog Description

This course is a blended course that aims to provide in-depth foundation of organic chemistry and the scientific method as well as how to apply it to answer questions about authentic real-world and research problems.  The goals are to provide an holistic and immersive experience to:

  • Build scientific and organic chemistry literacy
  • Consolidate and extend of prior chemical knowledge
  • Challenge with in-depth inquiry, analysis and critical thinking
  • Foster inter-personal interactions (peer-to-peer and instructors-to-peer) to support learning, retention and in-depth understanding.
  • Prepare for success in organic chemistry 2, MCAT, experiential activities (undergraduate research, internship or co-op for example), and advanced courses.
Administrative Data
Course status
Active