CHEM 560 Essentials of Biochemistry
Organic chemistry of carboxylic acids, amines, and their derivatives; biochemistry of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; metabolism and the regulation of metabolic processes. For students in life sciences, dietetics, and medical technology. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory session weekly. Prerequisite: CHEM 231 or equivalent. Not applicable to MS or MA degree programs in chemistry. Not open to students who have credit in CHEM 360 or 463 or 563.