CHE 270 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry

Institution:

Reading Area Community College

Subject:

Chemistry

Description:

Biochemistry introduces the structural components of living things and the physical and chemical properties of biological compounds. This course will focus on specific biological macromolecules including but not limited to carbohydrates, amino acids, nucleic acids, and lipids. The structures, functions, and impacts these macromolecules have on a living system will be examined. Students will learn important processes occurring within a biological system and the impact these biomolecules have on that system. Biochemistry lab introduces the fundamental techniques and approaches involved in the study of biochemistry, including protein purification, DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, identification of biomolecules, and quantification and data analysis.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(BIO 140 or BIO 150) and CHE 150

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

A Grade of C or Higher is Required for all Listed Prerequisite Courses.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.racc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 372-4721

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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