Biochemistry & Molecular Bio. 320 - Elementary Biochemistry

An elementary course not for Biochemistry majors. Survey of the structure and function of biological molecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Emphasis on relation to other life sciences. Topics include bioenergetics, enzymology, pathways in energy metabolism, and metabolic regulation. Prerequisite: 1 semester of organic chemistry.

Pre Req: CHEM 250,261or265w/C- Priority will be given to students with majors in Animal Science, Pre-vet, Food Science, Human Nutrition, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Kinesiology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, or Public Health.

Students cannot take both Biochem 320 and Biochem 423 for credit.

Students who require assistance enrolling in this course should email bmbprogram@biochem.umass.edu.