Biochemistry (BIOC)

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BIOC 545. Biochemistry I3 Units

Term Typically Offered: Fall Only

Description: Chemistry of amino acids, protein structure and function; metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and amino acids.

Note: Credit may not be earned in both BIOC 545 and BIOC 645.

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BIOC 547. Advanced Biochemistry II3 Units

Term Typically Offered: Spring Only

Prerequisite(s): BIOC 545 Biochemistry of nucleotides and nucleic acids; RNA, DNA and protein biosynthesis, biomembrane phenomena, enzyme properties, kinetics, and control mechanisms; ligand binding.

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Note: Credit may not be earned in both BIOC 547 and BIOC 647.

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