BIOC Courses for Spring 2024
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BIOC 220 L04 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 220 - L04 |
Title: |
Cell Biology with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
Examines structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. We will explore the operation and regulation of molecular mechanisms that carry out processes central to life. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental approaches for investigating the following topics: protein structure and function, biological membranes and transport, cytoskeletal assembly and function, protein biogenesis and trafficking, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and intercellular interactions. Laboratory investigations will provide students with experience in classical and modern approaches to examine and quantify cellular processes. Students must attend lab during the first week in order to continue in the course. |
Prerequisite(s): |
One of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, or BISC 112Y) and two units of college chemistry; or BISC 116 and CHEM 116 and one unit of college chemistry. Not open to First-Year students. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
BISC 220 L04 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Leah Okumura |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 304 Biology Teaching Lab - F 12:45 PM - 4:15 PM |
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BIOC 220 L03 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 220 - L03 |
Title: |
Cell Biology with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
Examines structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. We will explore the operation and regulation of molecular mechanisms that carry out processes central to life. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental approaches for investigating the following topics: protein structure and function, biological membranes and transport, cytoskeletal assembly and function, protein biogenesis and trafficking, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and intercellular interactions. Laboratory investigations will provide students with experience in classical and modern approaches to examine and quantify cellular processes. Students must attend lab during the first week in order to continue in the course. |
Prerequisite(s): |
One of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, or BISC 112Y) and two units of college chemistry; or BISC 116 and CHEM 116 and one unit of college chemistry. Not open to First-Year students. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
BISC 220 L03 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Julie Roden |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 304 Biology Teaching Lab - W 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
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BIOC 220 L02 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 220 - L02 |
Title: |
Cell Biology with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
Examines structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. We will explore the operation and regulation of molecular mechanisms that carry out processes central to life. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental approaches for investigating the following topics: protein structure and function, biological membranes and transport, cytoskeletal assembly and function, protein biogenesis and trafficking, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and intercellular interactions. Laboratory investigations will provide students with experience in classical and modern approaches to examine and quantify cellular processes. Students must attend lab during the first week in order to continue in the course. |
Prerequisite(s): |
One of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, or BISC 112Y) and two units of college chemistry; or BISC 116 and CHEM 116 and one unit of college chemistry. Not open to First-Year students. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
BISC 220 L02 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Julie Roden |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 304 Biology Teaching Lab - T 12:45 PM - 4:15 PM |
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BIOC 220 L01 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 220 - L01 |
Title: |
Cell Biology with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
Examines structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. We will explore the operation and regulation of molecular mechanisms that carry out processes central to life. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental approaches for investigating the following topics: protein structure and function, biological membranes and transport, cytoskeletal assembly and function, protein biogenesis and trafficking, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and intercellular interactions. Laboratory investigations will provide students with experience in classical and modern approaches to examine and quantify cellular processes. Students must attend lab during the first week in order to continue in the course. |
Prerequisite(s): |
One of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, or BISC 112Y) and two units of college chemistry; or BISC 116 and CHEM 116 and one unit of college chemistry. Not open to First-Year students. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
BISC 220 L01 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Julie Roden |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 304 Biology Teaching Lab - M 1:45 PM - 5:15 PM |
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BIOC 220 01 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 220 - 01 |
Title: |
Cell Biology with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
1.25 |
Description: |
Examines structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. We will explore the operation and regulation of molecular mechanisms that carry out processes central to life. Considerable emphasis is placed on experimental approaches for investigating the following topics: protein structure and function, biological membranes and transport, cytoskeletal assembly and function, protein biogenesis and trafficking, cell communication and signaling, the cell cycle, and intercellular interactions. Laboratory investigations will provide students with experience in classical and modern approaches to examine and quantify cellular processes. Students must attend lab during the first week in order to continue in the course. |
Prerequisite(s): |
One of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, or BISC 112Y) and two units of college chemistry; or BISC 116 and CHEM 116 and one unit of college chemistry. Not open to First-Year students. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
BISC 220 01 - Cell Biology with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
John Goss |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center Hub 305 Classroom - TF 9:55 AM - 11:10 AM |
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BIOC 223 L03 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 223 - L03 |
Title: |
Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
This course brings together the fundamental multidisciplinary concepts governing life at the molecular level and opens a gateway to advanced biochemistry offerings. Grounded in an understanding of aqueous equilibria, thermodynamic, kinetic, and spectroscopic principles, the course will emphasize the structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. The laboratory introduces modern laboratory techniques for the study of biomolecules and develops experimental design and critical data analysis skills. The laboratory component can be of particular value to students planning or engaged in independent research and those considering graduate level work related to biochemistry. This course counts toward Chemistry or Biochemistry major requirements. Enrollment in this course is by Permission of the Instructor only. Interested students should fill out this Google Form to request registration for both lecture and lab. |
Prerequisite(s): |
(CHEM 205 or CHEM 120) and CHEM 211 and one of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, BISC 112Y, BISC 116, CHEM 212), and permission of the instructor. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 223 L03 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Mona Hall |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 300 Chemistry Teaching Lab - F 1:05 PM - 4:35 PM |
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BIOC 223 L02 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 223 - L02 |
Title: |
Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
This course brings together the fundamental multidisciplinary concepts governing life at the molecular level and opens a gateway to advanced biochemistry offerings. Grounded in an understanding of aqueous equilibria, thermodynamic, kinetic, and spectroscopic principles, the course will emphasize the structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. The laboratory introduces modern laboratory techniques for the study of biomolecules and develops experimental design and critical data analysis skills. The laboratory component can be of particular value to students planning or engaged in independent research and those considering graduate level work related to biochemistry. This course counts toward Chemistry or Biochemistry major requirements. Enrollment in this course is by Permission of the Instructor only. Interested students should fill out this Google Form to request registration for both lecture and lab. |
Prerequisite(s): |
(CHEM 205 or CHEM 120) and CHEM 211 and one of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, BISC 112Y, BISC 116, CHEM 212), and permission of the instructor. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 223 L02 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Mona Hall |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 300 Chemistry Teaching Lab - R 2:20 PM - 5:50 PM |
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BIOC 223 L01 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 223 - L01 |
Title: |
Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
This course brings together the fundamental multidisciplinary concepts governing life at the molecular level and opens a gateway to advanced biochemistry offerings. Grounded in an understanding of aqueous equilibria, thermodynamic, kinetic, and spectroscopic principles, the course will emphasize the structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. The laboratory introduces modern laboratory techniques for the study of biomolecules and develops experimental design and critical data analysis skills. The laboratory component can be of particular value to students planning or engaged in independent research and those considering graduate level work related to biochemistry. This course counts toward Chemistry or Biochemistry major requirements. Enrollment in this course is by Permission of the Instructor only. Interested students should fill out this Google Form to request registration for both lecture and lab. |
Prerequisite(s): |
(CHEM 205 or CHEM 120) and CHEM 211 and one of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, BISC 112Y, BISC 116, CHEM 212), and permission of the instructor. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 223 L01 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Mona Hall |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 300 Chemistry Teaching Lab - W 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM |
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BIOC 223 01 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 223 - 01 |
Title: |
Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
1.25 |
Description: |
This course brings together the fundamental multidisciplinary concepts governing life at the molecular level and opens a gateway to advanced biochemistry offerings. Grounded in an understanding of aqueous equilibria, thermodynamic, kinetic, and spectroscopic principles, the course will emphasize the structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. The laboratory introduces modern laboratory techniques for the study of biomolecules and develops experimental design and critical data analysis skills. The laboratory component can be of particular value to students planning or engaged in independent research and those considering graduate level work related to biochemistry. This course counts toward Chemistry or Biochemistry major requirements. Enrollment in this course is by Permission of the Instructor only. Interested students should fill out this Google Form to request registration for both lecture and lab. |
Prerequisite(s): |
(CHEM 205 or CHEM 120) and CHEM 211 and one of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, BISC 112Y, BISC 116, CHEM 212), and permission of the instructor. |
Notes: |
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Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 223 01 - Fundamentals of Biochemistry with Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Mathew Tantama |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 240 Classroom - TF 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Science Center L Wing 240 Classroom - W 8:30 AM - 9:20 AM |
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BIOC 227 01 - Principles of Biochemistry
Course: |
BIOC 227 - 01 |
Title: |
Principles of Biochemistry |
Credit Hours: |
1 |
Description: |
A survey of the chemical foundations of life processes, with focus on theory and applications relevant to medicine. Topics include bioenergetics, metabolism, and macromolecular structure. Essential skills such as data analysis and understanding of the primary literature will be approached through in-class discussions and application to current biomedical problems. This course is suitable for students wanting an overview of biochemistry, but it will not contain the experimental introduction to biochemical methods and laboratory instrumentation required for the Chemistry and Biochemistry majors. |
Prerequisite(s): |
(CHEM 205 or CHEM 120) and CHEM 211 and one of the following (BISC 110, BISC 110P, BISC 112, BISC 112Y, BISC 116). Not open to students who have completed BIOC 223/CHEM 223. |
Notes: |
Does not count toward the minimum major in Chemistry. |
Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 227 01 - Principles of Biochemistry
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Instructors: |
Jacob Kress |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center E Wing 311 Classroom - MR 11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Science Center E Wing 311 Classroom - W 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
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BIOC 320 L01 - Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 320 - L01 |
Title: |
Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
0 |
Description: |
An intensive laboratory course offering a multiweek independent team research project and training in experimental applications of physical chemistry and biochemistry. Topics will include spectroscopy and chemical thermodynamics of biomolecules. This course will emphasize independent hypothesis development and experimental design skills as well as public presentation of results. Students will read primary literature, construct a research proposal, develop their own laboratory protocols manual, conduct experiments using a variety of instrumentation, and present their research. One class period per week plus one lab and mandatory weekly meetings with instructor. |
Prerequisite(s): |
BIOC 223/CHEM 223 |
Notes: |
Ann E. Maurer '51 Speaking Intensive Course. |
Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 320 L01 - Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Elizabeth Oakes |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 300 Chemistry Teaching Lab - M 1:50 PM - 5:20 PM |
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BIOC 320 01 - Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
Course: |
BIOC 320 - 01 |
Title: |
Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory |
Credit Hours: |
1 |
Description: |
An intensive laboratory course offering a multiweek independent team research project and training in experimental applications of physical chemistry and biochemistry. Topics will include spectroscopy and chemical thermodynamics of biomolecules. This course will emphasize independent hypothesis development and experimental design skills as well as public presentation of results. Students will read primary literature, construct a research proposal, develop their own laboratory protocols manual, conduct experiments using a variety of instrumentation, and present their research. One class period per week plus one lab and mandatory weekly meetings with instructor. |
Prerequisite(s): |
BIOC 223/CHEM 223 |
Notes: |
Ann E. Maurer '51 Speaking Intensive Course. |
Distribution(s): |
Natural and Physical Sciences Laboratory
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 320 01 - Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
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Instructors: |
Elizabeth Oakes |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 200 Active Learning Classroom - R 2:20 PM - 3:35 PM |
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BIOC 331 01 - Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems: The Fundamental Models of Biological Molecules and Processes
Course: |
BIOC 331 - 01 |
Title: |
Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems: The Fundamental Models of Biological Molecules and Processes |
Credit Hours: |
1 |
Description: |
Provides a survey of fundamental principles in physical chemistry and how they relate specifically to the study of biological molecules and processes. Emphasis is placed on empowering students to understand, evaluate, and use models as approximations for the biomolecular world. Models are mathematically represented and provide both qualitative and quantitative insight into biologically relevant systems. Commonly used experimental techniques such as spectroscopy and calorimetry are explained from first principles with quantum mechanical and statistical mechanical models, and computational applications such as protein structure prediction and molecular design are explained through physical models such as molecular mechanics and dynamics. |
Prerequisite(s): |
BIOC 223/CHEM 223 and MATH 116 or equivalent. |
Notes: |
Does not count toward the chemistry major but counts toward the biochemistry major and the chemistry minor. Students are strongly encouraged to complete one course in physics in addition to the stated prerequisites before enrolling. |
Distribution(s): |
Mathematical Modeling and Problem Solving
Natural and Physical Sciences |
Cross Listed Courses: |
CHEM 331 01 - Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems: The Fundamental Models of Biological Molecules and Processes
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Instructors: |
Mala Radhakrishnan |
Meeting Time(s): |
Science Center L Wing 240 Classroom - MR 11:20 AM - 12:35 PM
Science Center L Wing 240 Classroom - W 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM |
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