Green Chemistry

Course contents

Fundamentals of chemistry:
- Introduction to organic chemistry including IUPAC nomenclature
- Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatics, halogenated hydrocarbons
- Overview of important functional groups such as alcohols, aldehydes, carboxylic acids, carbonyl compounds, esters, fats, oils, surfactants, carbohydrates
- Chemical reaction types (radical substitution, polymerization, electrophilic addition, nucleophilic substitution)
- Stereochemistry

Green Chemistry:
- Benefits and necessity of green chemistry
- Problems with organic solvents and water as a possible substitute
- Energy-efficient and resource-saving synthesis
- Sustainable starting materials
- Biodegradable products

Department

Bachelor's program Environmental, Process & Energy Engineering