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CHEM 381M

Fundamentals of Biochemistry

Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Course Description

This course provides a foundation for chemistry and biochemistry majors in the fundamentals of biochemistry. Topics include: chemical and physical forces in biological systems; structure and chemistry of biomolecules; DNA/RNA polymerization, metabolism, and transcription; protein translation, structure, and modification; lipid structure and function; metabolism.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Recommended

Concurrent enrollment in or completion of Chem 352M recommended. For Biochemistry majors, concurrent enrollment in Chem 384 recommended.

Note

For chemistry and biochemistry majors only.