Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Courses

BIOC 101. General Biochemistry . 4 crs. An introduction to the structure, chemistry and physiology of biomolecules. Special emphasis is placed on catabolism and fidelity of information transfer. Prereqs.: Organic Chemistry. 

BIOC 170. General Biochemistry. 7 crs. The structure, function, and metabolism of the important classes of biochemicals are discussed. This includes a discussion of the biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, hormones, coenzymes, and the processes of signal transduction. Biochemical clinical correlations are also discussed. 

BIOC 182. Clinical Biochemistry. 3 crs. Clinical and Toxicological correlation of various biochemical parameters measured in blood, urine, and other body fluids under a variety of abnormal conditions. Prereq.: Biochemistry BIOC 170 or equivalent; or with permission of the instructor. 

BIOC 186. Physical Techniques in Biochemistry. 3 crs. Discussion of physical techniques in the elucidation of biochemical structures and characterization of macromolecules. 

BIOC 201. Seminar in Biochemistry. 1 cr. Presentations of scientific works of general biochemical interest. Students give oral presentations. 

BIOC 203. Biochemistry Laboratory. 3 crs. Instruction in biochemical techniques and instrumentation. Prereq.: 1 year (or equivalent) general biochemistry or concurrent registration in BIOC 170 or permission of coordinator. 

BIOC 204. Neurochemistry. 3 crs. The role of neurohumoral agents and other aspects of metabolism pertinent to the nervous system. 

BIOC 205. Directed Research. 1-9 crs. Advanced laboratory research conducted under the supervision of a member of the faculty of the department. Limited to biochemistry/molecular biology majors. 

BIOC 208. Protein Structure and Function. 3 crs. Correlation of the three-dimensional structure of proteins with biological functions. 

BIOC 210. Orientation to Research in Biochemistry. 3 crs. Students are introduced to and participate in the research of selected faculty members. Limited to biochemistry/molecular biology majors. 

BIOC 211. Orientation to Research in Biochemistry. 3 crs. Continuation of BIOC 210. 

BIOC 213. Advanced Biotechniques Laboratory. 6 crs. Extension of BIOC 203. 

BIOC 215. Practical Biochemistry. 1 cr. Lectures and seminars concerning technical strategies, economic considerations and administrative procedures. (Restricted to M.S. Biotechnology students.) 

BIOC 216. Practical Biochemistry. 1 cr. Continuation of BIOC 215. 

BIOC 220. Biochemistry of Cell Membranes. 3 crs. Methods for the study of the structure and function of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates of cell membranes are examined. The mechanisms of transport, signal propagation and transduction, as well as other membrane associated processes are studied. Prereq.: BIOC 170 or consent of instructor. 

BIOC 250. Biochemistry Internship. 1- 8 crs. Practical experience conducting research under the supervision of a member of the faculty of the Department of Biochemistry. 

BIOC 251. Biochemistry Internship. 1- 8 crs. Continuation of BIOC 250 with a different supervisor. 

BIOC 252. Biochemical Technical Reports. 2 crs. A lecture and seminar course taken concurrently with BIOC 251. Analysis of scientific reports, exercises in precise expression and writing of summaries of work done in courses BIOC 250 and BIOC 251. 

BIOC 200-01. Research for M.S. Candidates. 1 cr. 

BIOC 200-02. Research for M.S. Candidates. 2 crs. 

BIOC 200-03. Research for M.S. Candidates. 3 crs. Students register for the above courses while engaged in their M.S. thesis research project. Prereq: completion of the curriculum for the first year of study for the M.S. degree. 

BIOC 240. Advanced Enzymology. 3 crs. Analysis of methods used to study the mechanism of enzyme action and inhibition, the relationship of the structure of these proteins to their catalytic activity, and the biotechnological application of enzymes. Prereq.: Calculus, Physical Chemistry (thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, catalysis) or consent of instructor. 

BIOC 260. Biochemistry of Cancer. 3 crs. Examination of the etiology and underlying biochemical mechanisms of cancer. Emphasis is on individual study. 

BIOC 270. Molecular Biology. 3 crs. Current topics in molecular biology, including methodology are discussed using original research papers. The objective is to critically evaluate the literature and to design experiments in molecular genetics. A general background in molecular genetics, including a knowledge of biochemistry and the properties of nucleic acids is required. 

BIOC 271. Special Topics in Biochemistry. 3 crs. Current, important research topics in biochemistry discussed. Topics vary yearly. 

BIOC 235. Metabolic Regulation. 3 crs. The control of rate- limiting steps in intermediary metabolism by covalent modification of enzymes and chemical messengers. Selected metabolic disorders arising from derangements in these mechanisms are discussed. 

BIOC 300-01. Research for Ph.D. candidates. 1 cr. 

BIOC 300-02. Research for Ph.D. candidates. 2 crs. 

BIOC 300-03. Research for Ph.D. candidates. 3 crs. 

BIOC 300-06. Research for Ph.D. candidates. 6 crs. 

BIOC 300-09. Research for Ph.D. candidates. 9 crs. Students register for the above courses while they are engaged in their Ph.D. dissertation research project.