Biochemistry (BIOC)
*423.
Introductory Biochemistry.
(3)
Introductory course into metabolic reactions within the cell with emphasis on a chemical understanding of the way the cell integrates and controls intermediary metabolism; also included are quantitative problems in pH control, enzyme kinetics and energetics. Should not be taken by students who anticipate majoring in Biochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM **302.
{Fall, Spring}
445.
Intensive Introductory Biochemistry I.
(4)
An intensive introduction to the physical and chemical properties of proteins and enzymes; enzymatic catalysis; signal transduction; structure, synthesis and processing of nucleic acids.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2410C and CHEM **302.
Restriction: admitted to B.A. or B.S. Biochemistry.
{Fall}
446.
Intensive Introductory Biochemistry II.
(4)
An intensive introduction to intermediary metabolism and hormonal control of catabolic and anabolic pathways.
Prerequisite: 445.
{Spring}
448L.
Biochemical Methods.
(3)
Biochemical and molecular biology laboratory course including authentic exposure to: cell culture; nucleic acid and protein purification; bioinformatics.
Prerequisite: 446.
Restriction: admitted to B.A. Biochemistry or B.S. Biochemistry.
{Fall, Spring}
451.
Physical Biochemistry.
(3)
A quantative physical chemical approach to analyzing macromolecular structure and function; electrophoretic and hydrodynamic methods; mass spectrometry; optical and vibrational spectroscopic methods; nuclear magnetic resonance; diffraction methods; and computational techniques.
Prerequisite: 445 and (CHEM **311 or CHEM **315).
{Fall}
463 / 563.
Biochemistry of Disease I.
(3)
Four four-week topics, each designed to develop advanced understanding of biochemistry, cell and molecular biology in the context of human health and disease.
Prerequisite: 446.
{Fall}
464 / 564.
Biochemistry of Disease II.
(3)
Four four-week topics, each designed to develop advanced understanding of biochemistry, cell and molecular biology in the context of human health and disease.
Prerequisite: 446.
{Spring}
*465.
Biochemistry Education.
(3)
Seminars and readings in current methods of Biochemistry education. The course includes a practical experience in Biochemistry education techniques and practices.
Prerequisite: 446 (minimum grade of "B").
Restriction: permission of instructor.
495.
Topics in Biochemistry.
(3, may be repeated once Δ)
This course will build upon knowledge obtained from the Biochemistry core courses designed for undergraduate majors in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Specific topics may vary by semester.
Prerequisite: 446.
{Spring}
497.
Senior Honors Research.
(3)
Senior thesis based on independent research.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Summer, Fall}
498.
Senior Honors Research.
(3)
Senior thesis based on independent research.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Spring}
499.
Undergraduate Research.
(1-3 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
563 / 463.
Biochemistry of Disease I.
(3)
Four four-week topics, each designed to develop advanced understanding of biochemistry, cell and molecular biology in the context of human health and disease.
Prerequisite: 446.
{Fall}
564 / 464.
Biochemistry of Disease II.
(3)
Four four-week topics, each designed to develop advanced understanding of biochemistry, cell and molecular biology in the context of human health and disease.
Prerequisite: 446.
{Spring}
