Broad classification of reactions and basics of arrow pushing
Reaction co-ordinate diagrams
Reaction Kinetics: rate laws and methods of determining concentration. Introduction to linear free energy relationships
Linear Free Energy Relationships
Kinetic and equilibrium isotope Effects
Miscellaneous methods to determine mechanisms: isotope labelling, trapping of intermediates, checking for common intermediate, competition and cross-over experiments.
Catalysis: classification and introduction to Bronstead acid catalysis
Types of Catalysis: Acid, Binding, Electrophilic, Nucleophilic, Covalent, Proximity and Phase-transfer