CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 44
Lab Hours: 22
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: One-quarter course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for non-science majors, nursing, and environmental science students. Includes study of structure, nomenclature, and reactions of organic and biological compounds. Applications to living systems. Not recommended for students continuing chemistry beyond CHEM& 131. Lab included.

Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of C or higher (or placement into college-level English); and either placement into OR co-enrollment in OR completion of a college-level Math course with a grade of C or higher; and either CHEM& 121 or CHEM& 161 with a grade of C or higher.
Distribution Requirements:

Natural Sciences Distribution Requirement

Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Understand the structure, nomenclature, and reactions involved in organic and biological compounds.
Apply the above to living systems.
Develop an appreciation and respect for the scientific contributions of individuals from different cultural, ethnic, social, and geographic backgrounds, recognizing that diversity can be a positive source of creativity.
NATURAL SCIENCES: Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts in at least one scientific discipline.

Course Contents

Introduction to biochemistry
Carbohydrates
Carboxylic acids and derivatives
Lipid function in biochemical systems
Amines and amides
Protein structure and function
Enzyme catalysts
Carbohydrate metabolism
Metabolism and energy production
Introduction to molecular genetics

Instructional Units: 5.5