Portage Learning

An introduction to biochemistry relative to the dynamic relationship between the structure and function of biomolecules and metabolism. Chemical and cellular foundations are explored including cell organization, organic chemistry, and aqueous systems. The structure and function of biomolecules, including amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, are examined. Finally, the metabolism and energy transformation of biomolecules is covered.

CREDITS: 3

Prerequisites: General biology and general chemistry or equivalent (recommended, but not required)

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Course Topics

Module 1: The amazing world of biomolecules

Module 2: Aqueous solutions: Water and buffers

Module 3: Amino acids, proteins, and enzymes

Module 4: Carbohydrates

Module 5: Lipids and membranes

Module 6: Nucleic acids

Module 7: Bioenergetics and the metabolic pathways of glycolysis, citric acid cycle, and lipid oxidation

Module 8: Metabolic processing of urea and the synthesis of ATP