NS207 Organic Chemistry
NS207 Organic Chemistry
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Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Irma Mahmuljin
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims at equipping the students with common organic chemistry knowledge, including general structures of biological molecules and the reactions between them. Moreover, it also focuses on techniques used of determination of the structure of organic compounds.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Wade -Organic Chemistry 8th edition, Pearson; Bruice - Essential Organic Chemistry, 2nd edition, Pearson; Soderberg - Organic Chemistry with a Biological Emphasis, Vol.1,
Additional Literature
Scientific publicationsTeaching Methods
Lecturing
Class discussions with examples and problem solving
Lab tutorials
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and syllabus | - |
| 2 | Introduction to Organic chemistry | TBD |
| 3 | Organic structure and bonding | Soderberg/Wade |
| 4 | Alkanes and Cycloalkanes | Soderberg/Wade |
| 5 | QUIZ 1 | - |
| 6 | Alkenes and Alkynes | Soderberg/Wade |
| 7 | Organic Reactivity and Catalysis | Soderberg/Bruice/Wade |
| 8 | Midterm exam | - |
| 9 | Acids and Bases | Soderberg/Wade |
| 10 | Functional groups and their Nomenclature | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice |
| 11 | Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice |
| 12 | QUIZ 2 | |
| 13 | Carboxylic acids and Derivatives/ Carbonyl compounds | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice |
| 14 | Introduction to Organic synthesis | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice |
| 15 | Review for the final exam | TBD |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS207.1 | Course | Wednesday 14:00 - 16:50 | A F1.10 | - | - |
| NS207.1 | Tutorial | Friday 17:00 - 18:50 | RC.G1 - GBE Laboratory I | - | - |
| NS207.2 | Tutorial | Thursday 18:00 - 19:50 | RC.G1 - GBE Laboratory I | - | - |
| NS207.3 | Tutorial | Thursday 13:00 - 14:50 | RC.G1 - GBE Laboratory I | - | - |
| NS207.4 | Tutorial | Thursday 09:00 - 10:50 | RC.G1 - GBE Laboratory I | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 14:00 - 15:30 | A G.6 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Lab Tutorials
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In-term Examination
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Quizes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Attendance and Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture
39 hours ⏳ (13 week × 3 h)
Laboratory
6 hours ⏳ (6 week × 1 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
In-term Exam Study
24 hours ⏳ (6 week × 4 h)
Final Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Attendance
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Lab reports
10 hours ⏳ (5 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [NS207] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| NS207 | Organic Chemistry | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | BIO305 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Irma Mahmuljin | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Thursday: 14:00-15:30 |
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| imahmuljin@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | MSc Boris Kovalenko | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims at equipping the students with common organic chemistry knowledge, including general structures of biological molecules and the reactions between them. Moreover, it also focuses on techniques used of determination of the structure of organic compounds. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Wade -Organic Chemistry 8th edition, Pearson; Bruice - Essential Organic Chemistry, 2nd edition, Pearson; Soderberg - Organic Chemistry with a Biological Emphasis, Vol.1, | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecturing. Class discussions with examples and problem solving. Lab tutorials. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction and syllabus | - | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Introduction to Organic chemistry | TBD | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Organic structure and bonding | Soderberg/Wade | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Alkanes and Cycloalkanes | Soderberg/Wade | ||||||||
| Week 5 | QUIZ 1 | - | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Alkenes and Alkynes | Soderberg/Wade | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Organic Reactivity and Catalysis | Soderberg/Bruice/Wade | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | - | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Acids and Bases | Soderberg/Wade | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Functional groups and their Nomenclature | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice | ||||||||
| Week 12 | QUIZ 2 | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Carboxylic acids and Derivatives/ Carbonyl compounds | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Introduction to Organic synthesis | Soderberg/Wade/Bruice | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review for the final exam | TBD | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Lab Tutorials | 7 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term Examination | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizes | 2 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Attendance and Participation | 1 | 5 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture | 3 | 13 | 39 | Laboratory | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | In-term Exam Study | 4 | 6 | 24 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 1 | 15 | 15 | Attendance | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Lab reports | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||