CHEM 4401
Physical Aspects of Biochemistry
Chemistry, structure and function of nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. Thermodynamics of biological systems, chemical mechanisms and organic transformations. Intended for Chemistry Majors.
2026
Topics
- Understand and utilize the appropriate scientific vocabulary to effectively communicate biochemistry
- concepts covered in the course.
- Understand and analyze the regulation of these metabolic pathways, their integration under different
- Communication, Professionalism, and Metacognition
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with peers to
- successfully address biochemistry-related problems and complete a term project.
- their knowledge of biochemistry and/or study methods.
- Demonstrate professional behavior by completing all course requirements on time; attending and
- being punctual at all required course activities; honestly completing course evaluations without
Prerequisites & course information
Precludes additional credit for BIOC 2200 , BIOL 2200 , BIOC 3101 , CHEM 3401 (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2103 and CHEM 2204 . Lectures three hours a week.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027
- CHEM 4401- Outlines Fall 2026 ↗2026