CH 109 - Introductory Organic and Biochemistry for the Health Sciences [SCII] [LAB]

Offered Fall: Yes Offered Winter: Yes Offered Summer: No Offered Other: No

4 Credits
Hours (Lecture - Discussion - Lab): 3-1-2
General Education: Scientific Inquiry (SCII) and Laboratory Science University Requirement (LAB)
Prerequisites: Math placement recommendation of MA 100 or a “C-” or better in MA 090 and proficiency in basic chemistry as determined by placement test.

An introduction to the different classes of organic molecules and their reactions which are applicable to biochemistry. Basic biochemical concepts including acid/base chemistry, structure and function of biomolecules and metabolic pathways which are involved in producing energy.