Introduction to Biochemistry

Part a: 12 units (4-0-8); Part b: 9 units (3-0-6) | first, second terms

Lectures and recitation introducing the molecular basis of life processes. In the first term, topics will include the structure and chemical properties of biological macromolecules, molecular biology methods, and biological catalysis. The second term will cover an overview of metabolism and the biochemistry behind the transmission of genetic information.