SCHOOL OF HEALTH & ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

CHE 005:
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY with LABORATORY
LEARNING CONTRACT

A. Course Description:
This course is intended to provide understanding of the principles and concepts of organic chemistry. It also includes classical
and modern semi-micro laboratory techniques in handling, preparing, separating, purifying, identifying and characterizing
organic compounds. At the end of the course, the student is expected to demonstrate understanding of the structure,
nomenclature, physicochemical properties of organic compounds.

B. Learning Objectives/Outcomes

At the end of the course, you should be able to:

1. Recognize the various classes and subclasses of organic compounds and how the chemical and physical properties
influence their behavior.
2. Understand the chemical reaction unique to each class or subclass of organic molecules and their role in synthetic
chemistry.
3. Recognize the different reaction mechanisms and their importance in synthesis.
4. Understand the stereochemistry of organic molecules and the stereochemical courses of organic reactions.
5. Understand the role of physicochemical properties, mechanisms, and stereochemistry of organic molecules in biology.

C. Course Coverage/Outline

LECTURE & LABORATORY

MWTh (9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00 PM-4:00PM)
Lecture Unit(s) = 3 Laboratory Unit(s) = 2

WEEK DAY DATE TIME TOPICS ACTIVITIES

1 Sep.6, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • CHE 005 Learning Contract Attendance Activities,
(W) • Course Overview & Class Virtual
1:00PM-4:00PM Orientation Discussion/Activities,
2 Sep.7, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • SHORT QUIZ: Course QUIZ, Attendance
(Th) Overview & Class Orientation Activities, Watching of

1 and CHE 005 Learning

Contract
Pre-recorded Discussion
Video(s), Group/Self-
• SAS1: Introduction to Organic Assessment Activities,
1:00PM-4:00PM Chemistry Part 1 Worksheet Activities
• LAS1: Laboratory Apparatus
and Equipment
3 Sep.11, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS2: Introduction to Organic Attendance Activities,
2023 (M) Chemistry Part 2 Watching of Pre-recorded
1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS2: Laboratory Techniques Discussion Video(s),
and Operations Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
4 Sep.13, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS3: Saturated Hydrocarbons Attendance Activities,
2023 (W) • LAS3: Identification & Watching of Pre-recorded
2 1:00PM-4:00PM Classification of Organic and
Inorganic Compounds
Discussion Video(s),
Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
5 Sep.14, 9:00AM-12:00PM • LECTURE GROUP Attendance Activities,
2023 (Th) QUIZZES (SAS1-SAS3 GROUP QUIZZES,
Topics) Review Activities
1:00PM-4:00PM • LABORATORY GROUP
QUIZZES (LAS1-LAS3
Topics)
6 Sep.18, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS4: Unsaturated Attendance Activities,
2023 (M) Hydrocarbons Watching of Pre-recorded
1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS4: Physical Properties of Discussion Video(s),
Saturated and Unsaturated Group/Self-Assessment
 Activities, Worksheet
3 7 Sep.20, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS5: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Activities
Attendance Activities,
2023 (W) • LAS5: Structural Properties of Watching of Pre-recorded
1:00PM-4:00PM Aromatic Hydrocarbons Discussion Video(s),
Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
8 Sep.21, 9:00AM-12:00PM • LECTURE GROUP Attendance Activities,
2023 (Th) QUIZZES (SAS4-SAS5 GROUP QUIZZES,
1:00PM-4:00PM Topics) Review Activities
• LABORATORY GROUP
QUIZZES (LAS4-LAS5
Topics)
9 Sep.25, STUDY DAY
2023 (M) (Preparation for P1 LONG QUIZ)
10 Sep.27, 10:00AM-12:00PM • P1 LECTURE LONG QUIZ P1 LONG QUIZ
2023 (W) (SAS1-SAS5 Topics)

1:00PM-3:00PM •
4 P1 LABORATORY LONG
QUIZ (SAS1-SAS5 Topics)
11 Sep.28, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS6: Alcohols and Phenols Attendance Activities,
2023 (Th) 1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS6: Chemical Reactions of Watching of Pre-recorded
Alcohols Discussion Video(s),
Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
12 Oct.2, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS7: Ethers, Thiols, and Attendance Activities,
(M) Thioethers Watching of Pre-recorded
1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS7: Chemical Reactions of Discussion Video(s),
Aldehydes and Ketones Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
5 13 Oct.4, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS8: Aldehydes and Ketones Attendance Activities,
(W) 1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS8: Chemical Reactions of Watching of Pre-recorded
Carboxylic Acids Discussion Video(s),
Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
14 Oct.5, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • LECTURE GROUP Attendance Activities,
(Th) QUIZZES (SAS6-SAS8 GROUP QUIZZES,
1:00PM-4:00PM Topics) Review Activities
• LABORATORY GROUP
QUIZZES (LAS6-LAS8
Topics)
15 Oct.9, 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS9: Carboxylic Acids and Attendance Activities,
(M) Carboxylic Acid Derivatives Watching of Pre-recorded
1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS9: Chemical Reactions of Discussion Video(s),
Esters Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
16 Oct.11, 9:00AM-12:00PM • SAS10: Amines and Amides Attendance Activities,
2023 (W) 1:00PM-4:00PM • LAS10: Chemical Reactions of Watching of Pre-recorded
6 Amines and Amides Discussion Video(s),
Group/Self-Assessment
Activities, Worksheet
Activities
17 Oct.12, 9:00AM-12:00PM • LECTURE GROUP Attendance Activities,
2023 (Th) QUIZZES (SAS9-SAS10 GROUP QUIZZES,
Topics) Review Activities
1:00PM-4:00PM • LABORATORY GROUP
QUIZZES (LAS9-LAS10
Topics)
18 Oct.16, STUDY DAY
2023 (M) (Preparation for P2 LONG QUIZ)
19 Oct.18, 10:00AM-12:00PM • P1 LECTURE LONG QUIZ P2 LONG QUIZ
2023 (W) (SAS1-SAS5 Topics)
1:00PM-3:00PM
•
7 P1 LABORATORY LONG
QUIZ (SAS1-SAS5 Topics
20 Oct.19, STUDY DAY
2023 (Th) (Preparation for RAD BLOCK
EXAMINATION)
 21 Oct.23, 10:00AM-12:00PM • LECTURE RAD BLOCK RAD BLOCK
8 2023 (M) EXAMINATION
SAS10 Topics)
(SAS1- EXAMINATION

1:00PM-3:00PM • LABORATORY RAD

BLOCK EXAMINATION
(LAS1-LAS10 Topics)
Textbook: Stoker, H. S. (2013). General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (6th ed.). Brooks/Cole, Cengage Learning.

Other References:
[1] Denniston, Katherine J. (2017). General, Organic, and Biochemistry (9th Edition) McGraw-Hill Education.
[2] Brown, William H. & Poon Thomas. (2011). Introduction to Organic Chemistry. 4th Edition. Hoboken, New Jersey, USA:
Wiley
[3] Bruice, Paula (2010). Organic Chemistry. 6th Edition. USA: Pearson Prentice Hall
[4] Seager, Spencer L. & Slabaugh, Michael R. (2008). Chemistry for Today: General, Organic & Biochemistry 6th Edition.
Belmont, California, USA: Thomson Brooks Cole
[5] Yoder, Claude H., Leber, Phyllis A. & Thomsen, Marcus W. (2010). The Bridge to Organic Chemistry: Concepts &
Nomenclature. 1st Edition. Hoboken, New Jersey, USA: Wiley.

D. Learning Methods

Remote and Distance (RAD) Learning

Remote and Distance (RAD) Learning is for students who cannot come to school because of the distance.
The student continues with the coursework at home, constantly guided by the teacher through calls. RAD is NOT
online learning. It is an alternative for students who wish to continue with school.
Remote and Distance (RAD) Learning is for students who, because of how far they live, cannot come to
school, regardless of quarantine restrictions. Students are provided printed modules so they can learn independently
at home. The modules contain: (1) Skill-building activities designed to develop understanding of lessons and hone
skills in critical thinking, creativity, and communication. (2) Answer keys to track learning progress. (3) Study
tips and techniques for better productivity. Alternative laboratory activities and assessments that can be done at
home are also provided.
Communication is key during distance learning. To strengthen the communication, students will have
access to: (1) RAD Classrooms (Google Classroom), (2) RAD Study Groups (Facebook Group Chat), and (3)
Google Productivity Tools (GSuite). The table below outlines the function of each platform.

Google Classroom RAD Study Groups GProductivity Tools

▪ Announcements for scheduled ▪ Group sharing during check-ins • Stores resources such as digital
tasks and activities for the day. within the day. copies of the modules and other
▪ Attendance. ▪ Instant messaging for questions. supplementary materials.
▪ Links to assessments and ▪ Small group instruction. • Store assessments and collects
submissions. ▪ Peer coaching for students. other output.
▪ Links to supplementary learning • Stores Student Records.
materials. * Students and teachers may also message
each other individually if needed.

E. Establishing Roles
• Instructors
1. The instructors are the facilitators of the class. They are expected to provide more student-
engaging activities than lectures as reflected on the learning method given above.
2. They are not the only source of knowledge in a class.
3. The instructors are responsible to guide the class to achieve an independent learning and self-
improving environment.
4. Instructors are also responsible on clarifying and answering inquiries of the class if a topic is not
clear after a concluded activity.
5. It is the duty of the instructor to provide clear instructions and justifiable assignments with proper
deadlines.
6. The instructor is a medium that encourages the students to draw out concepts for every session.
7. The instructor should recommend learning resources, such as books, journals, people, agencies,
library materials.
 8. The instructor should be available as a resource for information but allow the student to take
initiative in asking for assistance with learning.
9. The instructor should connect with the students to review progress, share ideas, and encourage
learning. Evaluate the student’s work as described in the learning contract.

• Students
1. The students are expected to actively participate and diligently work individually and as a group
in the class.
2. The students are contributors in a class. They are not merely listeners.
3. They are expected to be graded with proper rubrics and quizzes and worksheets.
4. Students should demonstrate academic integrity and honesty.
5. Students should attend and participate in classes, labs, and seminars, prepared and on time.
6. The students are expected to complete the assigned work in a timely manner with attention to
quality of work.
7. Students should avoid making excuses for their behavior.
8. The students must learn to communicate in a careful and respectful manner with professors, peers,
and other members of the college community.
9. Students are engaged learners who dedicate sufficient time outside of class to college work.
10. The students utilize college resources and seek help when needed.

F. Grading Criteria and Rubrics

*Class Standing (40%)
- Recorded written activities
- Student Activity Sheets (SAS)
- Online Activities
- Attendance Activities / Participation
- Laboratory Performance, Laboratory Activity Sheets (LAS) (if the subject has laboratory units)

*Quizzes (60%)
- Short Quiz
- Long Quiz
- Group Quiz
- Oral Quiz/ Exam
- Practical Quiz/Exam

Periodical Grade = Class Standing (0.40) + Quizzes (0.60)

* RAD Block Exam (RBE)

First Grading Period (P1) Second Grading Period (P2) RAD Block Exam (RBE)
(Module 1 to 5) (Module 6 to 10) (Module 1 to 10)

Computation of Grade per Grading (1st to 2nd Grading)

LECTURE = 60%
LABORATORY = 40%

RAD Block Examination)

- Study coverage: Topics from 1st period to 2nd period.
- The score percentage result from the RBE. will be embedded to the 2nd grading period.
*P2 Grade Computation:
P2 Periodical Grade (0.50) + RBE (0.50) = 100%
Computation of Final Grade
P1 (0.50) + P2 with RBE (0.50) = 100
or can be translated as
P1 (0.50) + P2 (0.25) + RBE (0.25) = 100
 PERCENTAGE GRADE NUMERICAL GRADE LETTER EQUIVALENT

99-100 1.00 A
97-98 1.25 A-
95-96 1.50 B+
92-94 1.75 B
89-91 2.00 B-
86-88 2.25 C+
83-85 2.50 C
80-82 2.75 C-
75-79 3.00 D
<75 4.00 F

G. Feedbacking of Students/Teachers
The teacher will provide feedback (grades, presentation, worksheets) every now and then especially every
after examinations. This can be in a form of verbal/typewritten feedback. The teacher has an option. The students
can directly ask feedback from the instructor in an appropriate manner and schedule (e.g., consultation hours of the
teachers).
The students can provide feedback to their respective instructor through online evaluation which will be
given within the semester.
H. Learning Culture (Ground Rules)
• Attendance
Attendance will be checked every class. All students must attend the class regularly. DO NOT be late.
Activities given in the session will serve as your attendance. If and when you are late during a quiz, you are
allowed to take the quiz if it is still ongoing online but only given limited time.

Attendance will be checked always during:

✓ The start of the class.
✓ Check-in activities.
✓ Daily checking for understanding.
✓ Daily learning Logs

Attendance will be monitored based from:

✓ Attendance form.
✓ Log-in and Log-out responses.
✓ Responses from the questions of the teacher.
✓ Answers from scheduled tasks.
✓ Assessment activities.

Inform the instructor before or as soon as possible if you will be absent. To file an excuse and to have a special
activity, quiz or exam for the missed classes make an excuse letter with supporting papers, documents or any
evidences if your reason is valid to be absent for those days. A message or letter for the said valid reason should
be sent to the instructor within 3 working days via email attached with any proof or evidence.
Example of valid reasons:
- Death of an immediate family member (death certificate)
- Any personal emergency situation, i.e., sickness that badly requires rest, hospitalization (medical certificate)
- Any legal and/or court transactions (paper evidences/supporting document/s)
- Electrical/Signal problems (videos, pictures of advisory, etc.)
- Calamities and natural disasters (videos, pictures, etc.)

I. Teaching Philosophy
Teaching is a two-way learning process among students and teachers. It is more than the interaction inside the
classroom. Teaching is being able to recognize unique potentials of each student and mold these potentials as to
instruments to become the person that can give an impact or legacy to the society. I believe that a successful teaching
touches the lives of the teachers and students as to the person that they will become in the future.
 J. Competition vs Cooperation
Smart and bright students are fully acknowledged in a class but what matters the most is a student that
contributes to the learning of the class and not compete with his/her co-learners. A virtual class is an environment
for cooperative learning for both students and teacher. A contributor is better than a competitor.

K. Respect and Openness

The people in a virtual classroom should establish respect with each other. No one should laugh, insult,
mock anyone’s opinion/answers. Mistakes are acceptable because it will serve as one of the means to achieve and
realize a learning output. Be open on different ideas and sides.

Frequently asked questions:

Do we meet online via Zoom, Google Meet or other video chatting platforms?
This depends on the convenience of the whole class. If everyone has access and agrees to meet online
without hesitations, this could be negotiated among students and the instructor. However, meeting online for
lecture discussions is not really advisable since internet connection would affect the delivery of the lesson. Video
chatting can be a platform for monitoring and guidance on the module.
How do we get the soft copy of the modules and notes?
Soft copy of the modules or any supplementary notes related to the subject shall be posted in the Google
Classroom. Use your SWU email so that you can access the said following files.

When do we submit our answered modules?

The specific deadline for submission will be posted/announced by the instructor or refer to the “Calendar
of Activities” file.

Acknowledgement:

This learning contract format is a modified adaptation of Dr. Buenaventura Canto’s, Asian Institute of Management
Professor, two types of learning contracts (explicit and implicit).

References:

https://www.sunyjcc.edu/student-life/student-responsibilities/student-responsibility-statement
Date retrieved: September 6, 2023

Prepared by: Wilslee T. Estrella, RPh

Instructor

Approved by: Marilou S. Basa, MS Pharm

Dean, College of Pharmacy

I hereby acknowledge that I fully understand the content of the contract.

________________________________________
Signature over Printed Name of the Student

Contact Information
Instructor: Wilslee T. Estrella, RPh
Consultation Hours: MWTh (9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00 PM-4:00PM)
Email Address: [email protected]