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Introductory Biochemistry
Bioch 200
Course Outline and Objectives
Biochemistry 200Introductory Biochemistry
Section A3
TR 12:30-1:50 amTelus 150
Dr. Jonathan Parrish
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How to contact your instructor
Dr. Jonathan Parrish
Department of Biochemistry
Room 5-79 MSB
780-492-2866
Office Hours:
Wednesday 10:00am-12:00noon
Other ContactsDr. A. Wright
Biochemistry 200 Course Coordinator5-81A Medical Sciences [email protected]; 492-8065
Ms. Shannon Swan Biochemistry Student Services
5-81 Medical Sciences [email protected]; 492-5006
Prerequisites
CHEM 101: Introductory University Chemistry I
CHEM 164 or 261: Organic Chemistry I
Check your registration, contact Shannon Swan if you have concerns regarding your registration status.
The add/withdraw deadline for Winter term is September 21!
Course Content1. Introduction
2. Biomolecules
3. Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids
4. Protein Structure and Function
5. Enzymes
6. Biological Membranes
7. Introduction to Metabolism
8. Glucose Metabolism
BIOCH 200: Course Objectives
A one-term overview of the scope of biochemistry.
An introduction to the subject’s extensive terminology.
Emphasis on relevance to other fields (medicine, nutrition, athletic performance).
A foundation for further study in diverse subjects (medicine, pharmacy/pharmacology, kinesiology, nutrition, agriculture).
Who takes Bioch 200?
Who wants to take Bioch 200?
Support Materials Textbook “Essential Biochemistry”
by Charlotte W. Pratt & Kathleen Cornely
Practice Questions Recommended from the textbook Problem Sets
Posted on WebCT Exam Questions
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Learning Objectives Posted on WebCT and in PowerPoint lectures
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Exam Schedule: BIOCH 200 Midterm I – October 7th
20%
Midterm II – November 10th
20%
Final Exam – December 22nd
55% (Cumulative) Consolidated exam
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Introductory Biochemistry
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Regulations Pertaining to Deferred Examinations
Do not miss exams. Medical excuse required. See Dr. Wright for permission to write
deferred exams. All deferred midterm examinations will
occur on December 9th. Deferred exams are short answer, not
multiple choice.
How to do well in this course
Attend class. Review learning objectives and make sure
you can meet them all. Do the practice questions. Read the text and do the recommended
exercises.
Study!
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Fundamentals of Biochemistry
1. IntroductionWhat is Biochemistry?
What is Biochemistry?
The scientific discipline that seeks to explain life at the molecular level.
A means for determining how organisms “work” using the tools and terminology of chemistry.
A practical science with wide-ranging applications in a range of life science subjects, in treatment of diseases, and in industry.
Levels of Organization in Organisms
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
1. IntroductionBiomolecules
Elements in Biological Systems
Biomolecules
simple molecules H2O, CO2, NH3, O2, N2
building blocks amino acids, carbohydrates, nucleotides, lipids
polymers proteins, polysaccharides, nucleic acids
supra-molecular assemblies ribosomes, chromatin, membranes, etc.
organelles
cells
tissues, organs
The Four Major Classes of Biomolecule
amino acids
carbohydrates
nucleotides
lipids
Representing Biomolecules
Functional Groups and Linkages
Table 1.1
Table 1.1
Biopolymers
Biopolymers
Functions of Biopolymers
Biopolymer Encode Information
Metabolic Reactions
Store Energy
Cellular Structures
Proteins No Yes Somewhat Yes
Nucleic Acids Yes No No No
Polysaccharides Somewhat No Yes Yes
Introductory Biochemistry
1. IntroductionWater
Water
Water
Van der Waal’s Interactions
Bond Strength in Biological Molecules
The Electronegativity of Atoms
Groups That Can Make H Bonds
Solubility in Water: Hydrophilic Interactions
The Hydrophobic Effect
The Hydrophobic Effect
Amphiphilic molecules experience hydrophilic interactions and the hydrophobic effect.
Amphiphilic molecules experience hydrophilic interactions and the hydrophobic effect.