OPT-7101 Biochemistry and Genetics
The course is separated into two components. The fist component is genetics and we will look at the basics of DNA, RNA, and proteins examining their structures and how they are synthesized. We will discuss mutations and how they are repaired. We will examine the different inheritance patterns and be able to predict the likely phenotypic and genotypic outcomes from indicated alleles. During the biochemistry portion of this course we will examine cells and some of their biochemical functions. We will examine the structure, function, and metabolism of the three major macromolecules; carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. In addition, we will see how vitamins play an important role in these processes. And finally, we will learn the basics of enzymology.