BICH 601 Fundamentals of Biochemistry I (3-0) Credit 3 Basic biochemical concepts pertaining to the structure of the major biomolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids); the relationship of structure to function of these molecules; structure and action of enzymes; and principles of bioenergetics. Prerequisite: 1 year of organic chemistry. Offered during fall semester.
BICH 602 Fundamentals of Biochemistry II (3-0) Credit 3 Major metabolic pathways for carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, protein, and nucleic acids, emphasizing oxidative processes and the biosynthesis of RNA, DNA, and protein; and regulation of cellular metabolism. Prerequisite: BICH 601. Offered during spring semester.
BICH 603 General Biochemistry I (3-0) Credit 3 The biochemical properties of macromolecules found in living matter; proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids. Prerequisites: BICH 410 or 601, and CHEM 228 and 323. Offered during fall semester.
GENE 626 Gene Expression (0-3) Credit 1 The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students with experience in working with RNA and DNA and with the theories behind the use of molecular biology in research. Prerequisites: Radiation Safety training and BICH 412, 413, 414, 432, or approval of instructor. Offered during fall semester.
NUTR 641 Nutritional Biochemistry I (3-0) Credit 3 Mechanisms of nutrient digestion,absorption, transport assimilation, and utilization in the normal and diseased state. Prerequisite: BICH 411 or 604. Offered during fall semester.
NUTR 642 Nutritional Biochemistry II (3-0) Credit 3 Mechanisms through which specific nutrients modulate intracellular signal transduction and gene expression; molecular mechanisms by which nutrition modulates disease states such as atherosclerosis, cancer, and arthritis. Prerequisites: BICH 411 or equivalent. BICH 431 or equivalent is recommended. Offered during spring semester of even numbered years.
