CHE 3321 - Biochemistry I

Credits: 4
This course provides an exploration of cellular function on a molecular level. The major focus of the course is on protein chemistry; topics include protein structure, folding, synthesis, and function. Skills such as technical writing, database information retrieval, data analysis, and critical thinking are highlighted. The laboratory is research-based and will primarily explore the relationship between protein misfolding and human disease. Techniques include protein purification, electrophoresis, and spectroscopic characterization.
Course includes a 4-hr laboratory.
Prerequisite(s) CHE-2217 and BIO-1111
Co-requisite CHE-3021