BIO-221: Principles of Biochemistry

Course Description

A study of the major chemical constituents of cells including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Structure and function will be emphasized. Enzyme kinetics, regulation of enzyme activity, and metabolic pathways will also be covered. Laboratory activities include isolation of biological molecules from different biological samples using a variety of common biochemistry techniques with subsequent analysis and characterization. Three class hours, three laboratory hours.

Prerequisites

BIO 155 with a grade of C or higher and CHE 151 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of Instructor.

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BIO-221 Sections for Fall 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

1 Section Offered

BIO-221, Section 105

CRN #11743
Traditional (In-Person)

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 134
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 07, Room 325
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Wednesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 134
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 07, Room 325
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
2:00 pm - 4:50 pm