1. Introduction to Organic Chemistry

Overview of organic chemistry, structure and bonding in organic molecules.

2. Hydrocarbons and Alkanes

Introduction to hydrocarbons, structure, and properties of alkanes.

3. Alkenes and Alkynes

Structure, nomenclature, and properties of alkenes and alkynes.

4. Stereochemistry

Chirality, optical activity, and stereoisomers.

5. Alkene and Alkyne Reactions

Electrophilic addition reactions, mechanisms, and regioselectivity.

6. Substitution and Elimination Reactions I

Introduction to substitution and elimination reactions, focusing on SN1 and SN2 reactions.

7. Substitution and Elimination Reactions II

E1 and E2 reactions and their mechanisms.

8. Alcohols and Ethers

Properties, synthesis, and reactions of alcohols and ethers.

9. Conjugation and Aromaticity

Understanding conjugation, resonance, and aromaticity; introduction to benzene and its derivatives.

10. Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution

Mechanisms and types of electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions.

11. Aldehydes and Ketones I

Structure, nomenclature, and properties of aldehydes and ketones.

12. Aldehydes and Ketones II

Nucleophilic addition reactions of aldehydes and ketones.

13. Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives

Introduction to carboxylic acids, esters, amides, and their chemistry.

14. Amines

Structure, properties, and reactions of amines.

15. Review and Exam Preparation

Review of key concepts and preparation for the final exam.