ML 126 - Bio-Organic Chemistry

Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to organic chemistry including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic structures, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids, anhydrides, esters and amides. We will study the biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on the structures of molecules, nomenclature, mechanisms of reactions, and metabolic pathways.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Compare and contrast features of organic functional groups. (C, TL II, PC 5)
Determine reactivity of a compound based on its functional group. (C, TL II, PC 5)
Rank molecules based on increasing or decreasing physical properties (melting and boiling point, intermolecular forces). (C, TL III, PC 5)
Recognize organic functional groups present in biomolecules. (C, TL I, PC 5)
Describe reactions of organic compounds and biomolecules. (C, TL I, PC 5)
Relate structures of biomolecules to their roles in the body. (C, TL II, PC 5)

P = Psychomotor (skills)	TL I - Taxonomy Level I - Knowledge
C = Cognitive (knowledge)	TL II -Taxonomy Level II - Application
A = Affective (behavior)	TL III - Taxonomy Level II - Problem Solving
PC = Program Competencies

Prerequisites: CH 180, CH 181, BI 147, BI 148
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