CHEM 160 - Fundamentals of Health-Science Chemistry
Credit Hours: 4
Billable Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites: CHEM 150 or CHEM 151
MTA Natural Sciences Satisfier Y
Session Cycle: FWSU
A study of organic and biochemistry as it applies to the health sciences. The course is designed for majors in occupational programs relating to the health sciences that require a basic understanding of organic and biochemistry. Course requires laboratory work.
Notes: Science Mathematics Division
Theory Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 45
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify and draw organic substances and reactions in terms of functional groups and families.
2. Utilize molecular, structural, and condensed formulas to represent organic molecules.
3. Identify and draw organic substances and reactions in terms of nomenclature.
4. Identify organic substances and reactions in terms of physical and chemical properties.
5. Explain organic substances and reactions in terms of structure and bonding.
6. Identify, categorize, and draw the biomolecules of life.
7. Identify the chemical and physical properties of the biomolecules.
8. Define the concept of optical activity and the role of optical isomerism in physiological activity.
9. Define and explain the anabolism and catabolism of biomolecules.
10. Utilize analytical laboratory techniques to differentiate physical and chemical properties of organic functional groups and families.
11. Perform organic preparations and operations in the laboratory including simple analysis of products.
12. Demonstrate proper handling and assembling of laboratory equipment.
13. Utilize analytical laboratory techniques to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of biomolecules.
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