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Structure of Organic Molecules

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CHEM XL 14C

This course is a continuation of organic chemistry in the organic chemistry series. This course is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students and is the third course in the general and organic chemistry series.

Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 10 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
In Person
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $1,025.00

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What you can learn.

Expand your knowledge of organic molecular structures
Explore select topics in structural theories such as resonance, conjugation, and stereochemistry
Understand how molecular structure controls chemical reactivity
Recognize polar covalent bonds and functional groups
Interpret MS, IR, and NMR spectral data of unknown organic compounds
Determine molecular structures of unknown organic compounds

About This Course

This course presents continuing studies in the structure of organic molecules, with emphasis on biological applications. Topics include resonance, stereochemistry, conjugation and aromaticity; spectroscopy (NMR, IR and mass spectrometry); introduction to the effects of structure on physical and chemical properties; and survey of biomolecular structure. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites
CHEM XL 14B General Chemistry for Life Scientists II.

Winter 2026 Schedule

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Saturday 9:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
406609
Fee:
$1,025.00
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Notes

Not open for credit to students with credit for CHEM 10D. 

Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 17, 2025 11:59PM . Internet access required. Materials required. 

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Deadline
No refunds after January 03, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE by VOLLHARDT, K. PETER C. AND SCHORE, NEIL E.
STUDY GUIDE / SOLUTIONS MANUAL FOR ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE by VOLLHARDT
(Optional) ORGANIC MOLECULAR MODEL KIT by DARLING, STEVE
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Sat Jan 10, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Jan 17, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Jan 24, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Jan 31, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Feb 7, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Feb 14, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Feb 21, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Feb 28, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Mar 7, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
Lecture
Sat Mar 14, 2026
9:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5280
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Friday 6:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Instructor:
Harminder Gill
REG#
406608
Fee:
$1,025.00
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Remote Classroom
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Notes

Not open for credit to students with credit for CHEM 10D. 

Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 16, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Deadline
No refunds after January 02, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE
STUDY GUIDE / SOLUTIONS MANUAL FOR ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE
(Optional) ORGANIC MOLECULAR MODEL KIT
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Fri Jan 9, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Jan 16, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Jan 23, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Jan 30, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Feb 6, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Feb 13, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Feb 20, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Feb 27, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Mar 6, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Mar 13, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thursday 6:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Instructor:
Harminder Gill
REG#
406607
Fee:
$1,025.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Remote Classroom
Updating...
Notes

Not open for credit to students with credit for CHEM 10D. 

Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 17, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Deadline
No refunds after January 01, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE
STUDY GUIDE / SOLUTIONS MANUAL FOR ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DIGITAL UPDATE
(Optional) ORGANIC MOLECULAR MODEL KIT
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jan 8, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 15, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 22, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Jan 29, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Feb 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Feb 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Lecture
Thu Mar 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Thu Mar 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.