Credits
This is a 3-credit course.
Description
This course focuses on the methods used in the synthesis of organic compounds with particular attention to medicinal products and illicit substances. Students are expected to utilize information presented in each module to develop and complete their module assignments. Other activities will include online discussions of course topics and current issues that relate to the synthesis of medicinal products and illicit substances.
Topics
| Module | Topic |
|---|---|
| Module 1 | Functional Groups |
| Module 2 | Reactions Involved in Illicit Drug Synthesis I |
| Module 3 | Reactions Involved in Illicit Drug Synthesis II |
| Module 4 | Amphetamines, Methamphetamine and MDMA |
| Module 5 | Phencyclidine |
| Module 6 | Opiates |
| Module 7 | Cocaine |
| Module 8 | LSD |
| Module 9 | Clandestine Laboratories |
| Module 10 | Emerging Synthetic Drugs |
Final exam
This course has a final online exam which students take at the end of the semester. The exam will be proctored using HonorLock (please see technical requirements on this website: https://app.honorlock.com/support/msr-check).
More information about HonorLock including a student orientation is provided on their website. You can check out the student guide tour on the HonorLock website: https://prep.honorlock.com/
In order to take the final exam, you will need the following equipment:
- Web camera or built-in camera for laptops
- Microphone (built-in with web camera or separate)
- Stable (preferably hard-wired) internet connection
If you have any questions, please contact the course instructor, Tate Yeatman.
Prerequisites
Please review our recommended course order.
Required Materials
No required materials
Library Access
UF online graduate students enjoy the same library privileges as on-campus students. Visit the University of Florida Libraries to find books, journals and more.