BIOL 471
Biochemistry I
Catalog Entry
BIOL 471
Biochemistry I
Three hours lecture.
Prerequisite: BIOL 105, BIOL 111, BIOL 131, or BIOL 132; and CHEM 112; and CHEM 301.
Cross-Listed: CHEM 471
Introduces students to the fundamental building blocks of biomolecules, biopolymers, membranes, supramolecular structure, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, biological equilibria and thermodynamics, and cellular metabolism.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
An outline of the topics covered:
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
BIOL/CHEM 471 is a lecture course with students encouraged to participate with comments and questions. The course uses a standard biochemistry textbook that the students are expected to use to guide the study of each of the topics covered. The content described above will be introduced and reinforced through practice problems and assignments. Molecular visualization and modeling software will be used to enhance the understanding of biomolecular structure and function.
Student Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of Biochemistry I, the student will:
Assessment Measures
Assessment of the student’s success in the course is based on examinations, a cumulative final examination, and other assignments which may include homework, in-class assignments, and/or quizzes.
Other Course Information
The students in Biochemistry at Radford University are mainly Chemistry and Biology majors and the course is designed to meet their needs and interests to the greatest extent possible. The course can also be of value to any other students, particularly those training for health-related fields, who might have an interest in the molecular basis of life and the necessary background to participate.
Review and Approval
July 28, 2009
April 15, 2024