Introduction to Biophysics

Catalog description

(cross-leveled with PHYSCS 7520 ). This course introduces the study of biological systems from the perspective of a physicist. Students will learn how to relate the structure of a particular system and its constituents to its function. The treatment of molecular and cellular phenomena will be based on physical principles quantified through the necessary analytical tools. Prominent biophysical methods and their fundamental operating principles will also be discussed. Graded on A-F basis only. Credit Hour s : 3 Prerequisites: PHYSCS 1220 or PHYSCS 2760 or instructor's consent