CHM 220 — Biochemistry
Introduces the chemical and physical properties of all classes of biological molecules and their assemblies including small molecules, macromolecules and processes found in living organisms. Includes structures of amino acids, nucleotides, lipids and sugars as well as their corresponding macromolecular structures, i.e., proteins, nucleic acids, membranes and polysaccharides as related to their biological functions; kinetics and mechanisms of enzymatic reactions, the central metabolic pathways and the genetic code. Introduces current biochemical techniques and the proper use of laboratory tools and equipment utilized in a biochemistry lab. Prerequisite: CHM 122 with a grade of C or better AND either CHM 201 or CHM 204 with a grade of C or better, or consent of the instructor.
Prerequisites: CHM 122, CHM 201, CHM 204