Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionThis course will provide a detailed introduction to the principles, concepts and terminology of biochemistry, with an emphasis on the structure and function of biological molecules, the role of metabolism in energy production and common biochemical laboratory techniques. Topics include the fundamental structures, chemistry, and properties of four groups of biological macromolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids) and their building blocks. This course will also present protein structure and function, enzyme catalysis, and the details of the central metabolic pathways (glycolysis, glycogenosis, the citric acid cycle, electron transport, and oxidative phosphorylation) including their regulation and integration. Throughout the course the organizing principles of biochemistry and the distinctive characteristics of the living state will be emphasized. The laboratory exposes the students to a variety of biochemical techniques and how they are used to evaluate biomolecules and systems. These techniques include electrophoresis, spectroscopic analysis, spectrophotometry, fractional distillation, various types of chromatography including paper, thin layer, and molecular exclusion and enzyme assays. This course prepares students for careers in physical and biological sciences, pharmacy, medical and dental professions, veterinary and agricultural sciences, nutrition and food chemistry, and related fields. (GE Areas � IGETC: 5A, 5C; CSU GE: B1, B3)Usually HeldWed 1:15pm–4:25pm 