CH 223 - Biochemistry

• Identify and name different types of biomolecules, DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, etc.
• Understand the structures and functions of the biomolecules, DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and establish the structure-function relationship for the different biomolecules
• Manipulate basic structural and functional concepts about biomolecules and biopolymers like nucleic acids, carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes and lipids
• Translate the genetic code and understand the importance of single, double or multiple mutations in a genome
• Analyze and apply the interrelationship of biochemistry reactions with those of the human body and metabolic processes essential to body functions
• Participate in scientific conversations about biochemistry, using correct terminology, ask relevant questions in a seminar or colloquium with confidence and take part in science activities (presentations and meetings) individually or as a team member
• Use proper and accurate basic biochemistry laboratory techniques and handle the biochemicals appropriately under a variety of circumstances
• Handle and dispose all biochemical materials safely

• Positive and negative ions, amines, amides, carboxylic acids, acid derivatives, nucleophiles, electrophiles

• Proteins-structures, assembly, functions and applications (6 classes)
• Enzymes-structures and functions (2 classes)
• Nucleic acids-structures, functions, and applications (4 classes)
• Genetic code, translation, gene expression (4 classes)
• Carbohydrates-structures, functions and roles in metabolism (2 classes)
• Lipids, steroids and hormones (2 classes)
• Biochemistry leading to biotechnology (1 class)
• Biochemistry seminar by guest speaker (1 class)

• Introduction to the properties of proteins
• Introduction to carbohydrates and their qualitative analysis
• Introduction to the properties of lipids
• Modeling the Nucleic Acids: Nonbonding Interaction
• Modeling the Nucleic Acids: Replication and transcription
• Modeling the Nucleic Acids: Translation and Mutation
• Blood Typing HIV (simulating) Test
• Chromatography of Amino Acids
• Sugars