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Generic Course Syllabus
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Course Course
Prefix Number
CHM
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229
Course Name
Biochemistry (nonlaboratory course)
Credit Lecture
3
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Lab
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Prerequisites:
CHM 207 and CHM 122, or CHM 224, or CHM 222, with minimum grade of C
in all courses, or consent of instructor. BIO 101 or higher BIO course is
recommended.
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Course (Catalog) Description
Course introduces molecules, macromolecules, and processes found in living
organisms. Content includes structures of amino acids, nucleotides, lipids, and
sugars; corresponding macromolecular structures, i.e., proteins, nucleic acids,
membranes, and polysaccharides as related to their biological functions; kinetics
and mechanism of enzymatic reactions, the central metabolic pathways, the
genetic code and developments in biotechnology.
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Learning Objectives
A. Analyze the properties of biomolecules, which are the unifying features
common to all living things from the simplest bacterium to the human being.
B. Evaluate the relationship of structure to function for proteins.
C. Evaluate the specificity of enzymes (biochemical catalysts) and the chemistry
involved in enzyme action.
D. Evaluate the relationship of structure to function of biological membranes.
E. Assess the role of nucleic acid molecules as the genetic material.
F. Summarize in detail the central dogma of molecular biology.
G. Analyze the structure and function of carbohydrates in living systems.
H. Summarize the various metabolic pathways involved in cellular metabolism.
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Academic Integrity and Student Conduct
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to
demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of Academic Conduct.
This code prohibits:
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cheating,
plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
helping others to cheat,
unauthorized changes on official documents,
pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy.
Oakton’s policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is
made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum
penalty is failure on the assignment, and a disciplinary record will be established
and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period
of 3 years.
Please review the Code of Academic Conduct and the Code of Student Conduct,
both located online at www.oakton.edu/studentlife/student-handbook.pdf.
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Outline of Lecture Topics
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The Context of Biochemistry
The Organization of Cells
Water, Hydrogen Bonding, pH, and Buffers
The Molecules of Life
Amino Acids and Peptides
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Energy Requirements for Life: Thermodynamics
The Three-Dimensional Structure of Proteins
The Behavior of Proteins: Enzymes
The Dynamics of Membrane Structure
Metabolism and Electron Transfer
Glycolysis: Anaerobic Oxidation of Glucose
The Citric Acid Cycle
Electron Transport and Oxidative Phosphorylation
Lipid Metabolism
The Metabolism of Nitrogen
Summary of Metabolism
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S. The Structure of Nucleic Acids
T. Biosynthesis of Nucleic Acids
U. The Organization and Biosynthesis of Proteins
VII. Methods of Instruction
 Lectures which may be supplemented with classroom discussion, use of
molecular models, use of multimedia, and/or use of computer based materials
at the discretion of the instructor.
 Student Reports
 Individual and/or Group Problem Solving
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Participation in discussion
Preparation of reports
Completion of reading, problem solving, and report assignments
Course may be taught as face-to-face, hybrid or online course.
Instructional Materials
Textbook: Biochemistry, 8th edition (2015) by Mary Campbell (ISBN: 9-78128542-910-6 or comparable text.
Note: Current textbook information for each course and section is available on
Oakton’s Schedule of Classes.
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
Depending upon the instructor, any combination of the following assessments
may be used to evaluate student progress and determine the course grade.
 Quizzes, tests, and/or examinations which may include essay, short answer,
multiple choice, true/false, and/or problem solving questions
 Individual and/or group written reports
 Individual and/or group oral reports
 Individual and/or group problem solutions
XI.
Other Course Information
A. Reading the text ahead of class sessions is expected.
B. Attendance at all sessions is expected.
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C. Class policies on make-up of exams and accepting of late work will be
determined by the individual instructor.
D. Support services include the availability of open computer laboratories, the
college library, and the availability of free tutoring through the Learning
Center and/or office hours with the course instructor.
E. If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you
may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To
request accommodations or services, contact the Access and Disability
Resource Center at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus. All students are
expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive
any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.
F. Any student who is unable, because of his or her religious beliefs, to attend
classes or participate in any required exam, study, or work on a particular day
shall be excused from that exam, study, or work requirement and shall be
provided with an opportunity to make up any requirement that he or she may
have missed on that day, provided that he or she notifies the faculty member
or instructor well in advance of any anticipated absence or conflict between a
scheduled class and the religious observance, and provided that the make-up
exam, study, or work does not place an unreasonable burden upon the
institution.
Oakton Community College is committed to maintaining a campus environment
emphasizing the dignity and worth of all members of the community, and
complies with all federal and state Title IX requirements.
Resources and support for
 pregnancy-related and parenting accommodations; and
 victims of sexual misconduct
can be found at www.oakton.edu/title9.
Resources and support for LGBTQ+ students can be found at
www.oakton.edu/lgbtq
Effective beginning term:
Syllabus prepared by:
Reviewed by Dept./Prog. Chair:
Approval by Dean:
Summer 2016
Kalpa Patel,
Gary Mines
Gary Mines
Nancy
Prendergast
Ending Term:
Summer 2021
Date:
10/2015
Date:
10/2015
Date:
10/2015
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