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CS92PROD
Biochemistry

CHEM 383
Fall 2020
Section: 01   02   03   04   05  
Crosslisting: MB&B 383
Course Cluster and Certificates: Health Studies, Planetary Science, Planetary Science Minor

This introductory course to the principles and concepts of contemporary biochemistry presents both the biological and chemical perspectives. The major themes will be the structure of proteins and the basis of enzymatic activity, cellular metabolism and the generation and storage of metabolic energy, and general principles of the biosynthesis of cellular components.
The course will be taught in a "flipped" modality where students will learn content outside of class and use class time to use that knowledge and work on problem sets in small groups. Discussion section will be used to apply content to real world situations and learn how to use online biochemistry tools.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM CHEM
Course Format: LectureGrading Mode: Student Option
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: CHEM252 AND MB&B208
Fulfills a Major Requirement for: (BIOL)(CHEM-MN)(CHEM)(CHEM-Track A)(CIS)(MB&B)(MOBI-MN)
Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89%

Last Updated on MAR-29-2024
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