Biophysical Chemistry. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours

Catalog description

Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in BCH 3303 or BCH 3313 (or CHE 3313 in previous catalogs), CHE 2214 , CHE 3643 , MAT 1213 (or MAT 1214 in previous catalogs), PHY 1963 or PHY 1623 , and PHY 1971 or PHY 1631 . Fundamental aspects of the physical principles that drive biological processes, particularly as applied to proteins. Topics covered include protein structure, molecular thermodynamics, structure simulation, basic statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. This course cannot be used as an upper-division chemistry elective by students pursuing a B.S. in Chemistry. (Formerly CHE 3854. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 4354 and CHE 3854.) Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.