BIO115 Physiological Chemistry
This course provides a foundation in basic chemistry for students majoring in one of the health professions. Basic concepts are covered including: properties of matter, energy, atomic and molecular structure, isotopes, chemical bonding, chemical formulae and reactions (including enzyme catalyzed reactions) and basic cell structure and function. The behavior of gasses including blood gasses and their transport are discussed, along with their roles in cells. The properties of water and solutions are studied and will include topics on concentration, osmosis, physiological fluid, electrolyte balance, acid/base balance and pH. Concepts of organic chemistry are introduced including the structure and function of carbon and the properties of the major functional groups important in human biochemistry. Laboratory work will include experiments that complement the material covered in lecture.
Prerequisite
Reading proficiency or
RWR090 Reading Writing and Reasoning Minimum Grade of C or
ENG101 or higher Minimum Grade of C and Math Placement
Corequisite
MAT114 or higher with a Minimum Grade of C or Math Placement.