The purpose of this class is to provide students an introduction to the chemistry of living organisms, focusing on three main topics: (1) a foundation of the material required for all study of biochemistry, including an understanding of the basic chemical principles affecting life; (2) knowledge of the structure and function of biological macromolecules; and (3) the metabolic processes of energy utilization in cells. Topics covered include the nature and function of the important constituents of living matter, their biosynthesis and degradation; energy transformation, and metabolic control.
P: Chem 303 with at least a C grade (or concurrent enrollment) and Biology 201/202 with at least a C grade.
Fall and Spring.