WN 2020 | BIOLCHEM 515 - Introductory Biochemistry

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BIOLCHEM 515 - Introductory Biochemistry

Winter 2020, Section 001

Instruction Mode: Section 001 is In Person (see other Sections below)

Subject: Biological Chemistry (BIOLCHEM)

Department: MED Biological Chemistry

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Credits:

4 (Non-LSA credit).

Requirements & Distribution:

Waitlist Capacity:

Enforced Prerequisites:

Graduate.

Advisory Prerequisites:

One semester of organic chemistry.

BS:

This course counts toward the 60 credits of math/science required for a Bachelor of Science degree.

Repeatability:

May not be repeated for credit.

Undergrad and Grad
Meet Together Classes:

BIOLCHEM 415 - Biochem-Intr, Section 001

Primary Instructor:

Ninfa,Alexander J

Instructor:

Lamanna, Allison C

Description

BIOLCHEM 515 provides a broad introduction to the fascinating field of biochemistry. This course is taught by medical school faculty and emphasizes the relevance of biochemistry to health, disease, physiology and medicine. Students will explore the molecular basis and chemical principles pertinent to living systems, including eukaryotes, bacteria, and viruses. The structures and functions of the four major molecules of life (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids) and their biosynthetic pathways will be examined. Students will learn the fundamental biological processes including energetics, metabolism, protein structure and enzyme function. The transmission of information within and between cells will be studied including signal transduction and the genetic processes of replication, transcription, and translation. Students will also learn the biochemical roles of vitamins, enzyme cofactors, hormones, drugs, antibiotics, and toxins. The biochemical basis of several diseases will be explored including cancer, diabetes, neurodegenerative disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic and genetic syndromes. In all of these topics, we stress the integration of metabolism and the various modes of regulation that are vital to biological processes and physiology. Techniques and technologies used to study biochemistry and their relevance to understanding biology will be illustrated.

Course Requirements:

Graduate students are required to write an analysis of a primary research paper to receive graduate level credit.

Intended Audience:

BIOLCHEM 515 provides a broad survey of biochemistry in 1 semester for graduate students. This course is excellent preparation for students considering careers in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, medicine, genetics, dentistry, pharmacy, medicinal chemistry, nutrition, public health, bioengineering, environmental studies, and other healthcare-related fields.

Class Format:

BIOLCHEM 515 is a 3 cr course with 3, 1 hr lectures/week. Instructors hold weekly office hours & GSIs help students learn the material. Learning is enhanced through multiple activities including lectures, online videos and learning aides, discussion sessions, and active learning exercises. Students are provided with the lecture slides as well as BlueReview audio and video recordings of the lectures. Problem sets and discussions facilitate learning and enhance test-taking skills.

Schedule

BIOLCHEM 515 - Introductory Biochemistry

Section

Class Instruction Mode

Class
Number

Enrollment
Status

Open
Seats

Open Restricted Seats

Waitlist

Day/Time Location

Start/End Date

Schedule Listing

Section:

001 (LEC)

Instruction Mode:

In Person

Class No:

18646

Enroll Stat:

Open

Open Seats:

127

Open Restricted Seats:

Wait List:

Meeting Day/Time/Location:

MWF

9:00AM - 10:00AM

140 LORCH

1/8/20 - 4/21/20

Section:

002 (DIS)

Instruction Mode:

In Person

Class No:

30231

Enroll Stat:

Open

Open Seats:

Open Restricted Seats:

Wait List:

Meeting Day/Time/Location:

10:00AM - 11:00AM

2710 FSSC

1/8/20 - 4/21/20

Section:

003 (DIS)

Instruction Mode:

In Person

Class No:

30232

Enroll Stat:

Open

Open Seats:

Open Restricted Seats:

Wait List:

Meeting Day/Time/Location:

11:00AM - 12:00PM

2710 FSSC

1/8/20 - 4/21/20

Section:

004 (DIS)

Instruction Mode:

In Person

Class No:

30233

Enroll Stat:

Closed

Open Seats:

Open Restricted Seats:

Wait List:

Meeting Day/Time/Location:

1:00PM - 2:00PM

2710 FSSC

1/8/20 - 4/21/20

Section:

005 (DIS)

Instruction Mode:

In Person

Class No:

30234

Enroll Stat:

Open

Open Seats:

Open Restricted Seats:

Wait List:

Meeting Day/Time/Location:

2:00PM - 3:00PM

2710 FSSC

1/8/20 - 4/21/20

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