Class Description

This is the first semester of a two-semester biochemistry sequence that will introduce the student to the rapidly changing subject area of biochemistry as it relates to eukaryotic cells. We will begin with a brief introduction to biochemistry, followed by an indepth look at the structure, function, kinetics, and regulation of enzymes. After developing an appreciation for these molecular machines, we will begin to explore complex cellular metabolic processes and their interconnection into tightly regulated physiological networks. 

The second semester we will study disease as it relates to biochemistry. We will look at abnormal biochemical processes in human disease. The two courses can be taken independently of one another.

Taken together, the two semesters are a year-long course and are designed to meet the ‘G’ requirement in the CA ‘A-G’ requirements. Please check with your charter school or other to ensure that they will accept this.

Course Objectives: 

• Introduce the student to the language of biochemistry.

• Illustrate how the chemical principles learned in chemistry apply to biological situations, thus marrying together chemistry and biology.

• Bring each student to a general understanding of and appreciation for the major biomolecules.

• Have an understanding of the major metabolic pathways and their regulation and interaction.

• Develop an awareness of how biochemical principles apply to various cross disciplinary areas of research

Additional Information

Class size: 4-10 students

Supplies:

Text: (Optional - required material will be posted online): Textbook of Biochemistry with Clinical Correlations 7th Edition, Devlin 2010.

ISBN-10: ‎ 0470281731                 ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0470281734

*Can be found on Amazon used. Other years and editions will work.

Required Class Materials: Textbook (optional), internet access, access to Google Classroom, pen or pencil, notebook

Class tags:
A-G & HS Electives Biochemistry Biology General Life Science