BIOC 302 General Biochemistry builds on principles of biochemistry explored in BIOL 206. The biosynthesis of lipids, amino acids and nucleotides will be discussed. DNA, RNA and protein metabolic pathways will be explored, along with regulatory mechanisms. The laboratory component uses techniques introduced in BIOL 206 to study the fundamental components of cellular function.
Prerequisites: BIOL 204, BIOL 206, CHEM 212 and CHEM 213 or equivalent all with a minimum grade of 60%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 90 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Predict how regulation effects metabolic and anabolic pathways
- Integrate the biosynthesis pathways of biological molecules
- Evaluate the role of DNA and RNA in regulator pathways
- Analyze the major metabolic pathways and predict consequences of disturbing these pathways
- Employ problem-solving and scientific reasoning skills
Teaching and Learning Approach
Lectures in combination with journal club student presentations will be used in this course. There will also be
hands on activities in the lab.Learning Resources
Required:
Nelson, D. & Cox, M. (2021). Principles of Biochemistry (8th ed.). New York, NY: W.H. Freeman and Company.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. 1. Review of Foundations
2. 2. Biological Membranes and Transport
3. 3. Biosignaling
4. 4. Principles of Metabolic Regulation
5. 5. Amino acid Oxidation and the Production of Urea
6. 6. Biosynthesis of Amino Acids, Nucleotides, and Related Molecules
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7. Fatty Acid Catabolism and Lipid Biosynthesis
8. 8. Hormonal Regulation and Integration of Mammalian Metabolism
9. 9. Genes and Chromosomes
10. 10. Genes and Chromosomes
11. 11. DNA Metabolism
12. 12. RNA Metabolism
13. 13. Protein Metabolism
14. 14. Regulation of Gene Expression
15. 15. Exam:
Assessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Midterm tests (2 @ 17.5% each) | 1-5 | 35% |
| Term project | 4,5 | 10% |
| Lab | 5 | 20% |
| Final Exam | 1-5 | 35% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.