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Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and Energy Metabolism and Its Regulation

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CHEM XL 153C

This course is a continuation of the biochemistry series and is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students. It covers metabolism at a cellular, organ, and organismal level.

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What you can learn.

Understand enzyme-catalyzed reactions in metabolic pathways
Gain a broad understanding of carbohydrate, amino acids, and lipid metabolism
Understand the regulation and integration of metabolic pathways
Explore the resulting pathophysiological states from a mis- or dysregulation of metabolic pathways
Read and comprehend primary literature articles related to metabolism

About This Course

This course discusses the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids, amino acids and lipids. Additionally, the course covers photosynthetic metabolism and assimilation of inorganic nutrients. Finally, the course covers the regulation of these processes. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites

LIFESCI 2 and LIFESCI 3 (or LIFESCI 7A, 7B and 7C), LIFESCI 23L, and CHEM 153A with a grade of "C" or better.

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Pre-Medical and General Science Studies

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Pre-Medical and General Science Studies

certificate Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

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