BIOMG 3300

Principles of Biochemistry, Individualized Instruction

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Thirteen units that cover protein structure and function, enzymes, basic metabolic pathways, DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, and an introduction to recombinant DNA techniques. No formal lectures, auto-tutorial format.

Prerequisites REF-FA25/Corequisites REF-FA25 one majors-level biology course and one year general chemistry and any of the following organic chemistry courses: CHEM 1570, or CHEM 3530, or CHEM 3570, or CHEM 3590, or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Corequisites: None.

Forbidden Overlaps REF-FA25 BIOMG 3300, BIOMG 3310, BIOMG 3330, BIOMG 3350, NS 3200

Distribution Requirements (BSC-AG, OPHLS-AG), (BIO-AS)

Last 4 terms offered (None)

Outcomes REF-FA25

• After taking BIOMG 3300, students should be able to: -Discuss and describe in writing: The structure and function of biologically important macromolecules, the general catalytic and regulatory mechanisms of enzymes, the energetics, organization, and regulation of metabolic pathways, the mechanisms underlying DNA replication, DNA repair, transcription and its regulation, and translation (protein synthesis), the techniques used to study proteins, membranes, and nucleic acids.
• Think analytically and use quantitative reasoning to solve biochemical problems.
• Formulate conclusions based on the analysis of biochemical experimental results.
• Students should recognize that the advancement of knowledge is facilitated by collaboration between individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and beliefs.

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