BCH 400 - Introductory Biochemistry

(4 units)

A comprehensive overview of the three major areas in Biochemistry. Structure function of Biomolecules, Metabolism, and Molecular Biology.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 190A; CHEM 220A or CHEM 241 or CHEM 341.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 4
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. predict how chemical and physical factors influence the structure and function of major classes of biomolecules.
2. determine how metabolic processes influence biological functions.
3. explain how genetic information is transduced into biochemical processes.
4. articulate a basic understanding of enzyme kinetics and allosteric regulation.

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