BC368 - Biochemistry of the Cell II
Instructor: Kevin Rice (Keyes 313, x5763, kprice@colby.edu)
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BC368 Learning Goals
- To apply understanding of the fundamental chemistry of biomolecules to the intricate molecular phenomena of living systems.
- To understand how chemical reactivity, thermodynamics, and kinetics are responsible for life.
- To sharpen problem-solving skills of both a qualitative and quantitative nature and to solve problems that involve the integration and synthesis of new knowledge.
- To enhance written and oral communication skills and build confidence in oral expression in a group setting.
Approximate Lecture and Discussion Schedule
Week of: | Probable topic: | Textbook chapter(s): | Discussion materials: |
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2/7 | Membranes & Transport | 11 | |
2/12 | Biosignaling | 12 | |
2/19 | Bioenergetics | 13 | |
2/26 | Glycolysis | 14 | |
3/5 | Citric Acid Cycle | 16 | |
3/12 | Oxidative Phosphorylation | 19 | |
3/19 | Photosynthesis | 20 | |
4/2 | Gluconeogenesis | 14, 15 | |
4/9 | Glycogen Metabolism | 15 | |
4/16 | Fatty Acid Catabolism | 17 | |
4/23 | Fatty Acid Biosynthesis | 21 | |
4/30 | Nitrogen Metabolism | 18, 22 | |
5/7 | Integration of Metabolism | 23 |
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