CHEM 489
Structural Biochemistry
Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Molecular structures of proteins, RNA and DNA as determinants of biological function. Topics include thermodynamics of folding and binding, structural determination, spectroscopy, modeling, protein recognition.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Relate Structure to Biological Function
Learning Outcome
Relate the structure of a macromolecule to its biological function
Title
Structural Information for Biological Macromolecules
Learning Outcome
Describe how X-ray crystallography, nuclear magnetic resonance, cryogenic electron microscopy, and circular dichroism techniques give structural information for biological macromolecules
Title
Communicate Orally and In Writing
Learning Outcome
Communicate scientific ideas (e.g. structure-function relationships) clearly and concisely to others orally and in writing, and use ethical standards in oral and written presentations
Title
Work With Peers
Learning Outcome
Work with peers to answer scientific questions
Title
Motifs and Symmetries in Macromolecular Structures
Learning Outcome
Identify motifs and symmetries in macromolecular structures and chemical interactions that maintain structural integrity
