BIOC 241 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry KCC AA/DP

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): MATH 25 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: High school science. BIOC 241 focuses on the fundamentals of general, inorganic, and bioorganic chemistry as they apply to living systems. Upon successful completion of BIOC 241, the student should be able to: Use the metric system and scientific notation. Understand modern theories of atomic structure and radioactivity. Understand the periodic table and how it is used to predict chemical reactivity. Understand modern concepts of chemical bonding. Write chemical formulas and names. Use kinetic molecular theory to explain chemical phenomena. Perform calculations using the mole concept. Write and balance chemical equations. Perform calculations in stoichiometry. Understand the concept of equilibrium. Understand acid-base theory and pH. Understand solution chemistry and the behavior of dissolved substances. Name the basic types of organic molecules. Explain the physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons. Explain the physical and chemical properties of the major organic functional groups.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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