BIOCHEM 100 introduces students to the biochemistry discipline, department, faculty research, university resources, and career paths.
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BIOCHEM 299
Independent Study
1–3 creditsBIOCHEM 299 is an independent study course where students conduct research under the direct guidance of a Biochemistry faculty member.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026BIOCHEM 375
Special Topics
1–4 creditsBIOCHEM 375 is a variable-content course examining special topics in biochemistry, with specific themes determined by the instructor and semester.
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The course was rated as having low difficulty by one historical reviewer.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleCovers the chemistry, nutrition, and metabolism of biological systems.
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The course involves four noncumulative exams requiring significant memorization of cycles and pathways. Some reviewers find their specific sections dense and difficult, particularly those focusing on catabolism, while others note that exams are fair if students study practice problems.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026BIOCHEM 551
Biochemical Methods
4 creditsBIOCHEMICAL METHODS introduces modern biochemical laboratory techniques and current literature through lab experiments and student seminars.
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Historical reviews of Lynne Prost: Reviewers report that lectures move too fast to take notes and lab grading criteria are unclear. The lab work is described as tedious and repetitive for those with prior experience, while exams are considered easy.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026BIOCHEM 729
Advanced Topics
1–3 creditsBIOCHEM 729 covers specialized subjects of current interest in biochemistry.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026BIOCHEM 799 is a practicum providing instructional orientation, direct teaching experience, and evaluation analysis for biochemistry teaching at the higher education level.
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