CHE 105 - Introduction to Biochemistry

(2 credits)

30 lecture hours
Prerequisites: MAT 086 ; REN 092 or ELI 082G and ELI 082W , or satisfactory ACCUPLACER or ACCUPLACER-ESL scores
The basics of organic chemistry and biochemistry are surveyed. Topics include the nature of organic compounds, functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, vitamins, hormones, drugs, and nucleic acids. This course is primarily for students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program but is open to others. This course does not have a laboratory component.