Academic Calendar 2022/2023 - Introduction to Biochemistry

BIOL 2206  Introduction to Biochemistry

Prerequisites:

CHEM 1006 and CHEM 1007

Antirequisites:

CHEM 2207

Hours:

Three hours of lecture per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

This course provides an introduction to the chemistry, structure, and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Topics include basic metabolism of carbohydrates and fats, with emphasis on the biochemical fluctuations that occur in human health and disease; an introduction to enzymes; DNA replication and protein synthesis; and molecular genetics. This course is also offered as CHEM 2207.