Courses

At my arrival at Monmouth University in Fall 2013, I builded the courses Biochemistry I and Biochemistry II. This year-long biochemistry course is specifically designed for chemistry major students (juniors and/or seniors).

I also teach General Chemistry I and II as well as their associated Laboratories.

Below are the Course Descriptions taken from the Monmouth University Undergraduate Catalog

Biochemistry I - CE-331

An introduction to biochemistry with a molecular biology and chemistry focus. It is centered on the relationships between structure and function of biological molecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and lipids and their chemistry in living systems. It also includes the principle of bioenergetics, metabolic pathways, protein-ligand interactions and enzyme kinetics. Prerequisite: Chemistry 242.

Biochemistry II - CE-332

A continuation of Biochemistry I (CE 331). Focus will be on metabolism, biological oxidation and reduction processes, and biosynthetic pathways in the cell. Also covers molecular aspects of DNA replication, transcription, and protein translation, and molecular basis of genetic regulation. In addition, some diseases related to defects in these metabolic pathways will be discussed. Prerequisite: Chemistry 221.

General Chemistry I - CE-111

The first of two lecture courses which, taken together, provide a preparation for subsequent courses in chemistry. Principles and theories of chemical problem solving, stoichiometry and chemical reactions, states of matter, periodic properties of the elements, atomic and molecular structure, introductory quantum mechanics, thermochemistry, and the properties of gases are covered. Prerequisite: Score of 2 or higher on the Mathematics Placememt Exam or Mathematics 050 passed with a minimum grade of "C-" or higher. Corequisite: Chemistry 111L.

General Chemistry I Laboratory- CE-111L

Laboratory work to complement the class work of Chemistry 111 and 112; review of mathematical fundamentals; experiments involving observation and interpretation of chemical and physical changes; experimental studies of gas laws, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, qualitative analysis, and molecular mass determination. Three hours per week. Corequisite: Chemistry 111.

General Chemistry II - CE-112

The second of two lecture courses which, taken together, provide preparation for subsequent courses in chemistry. Properties of liquids and solutions, chemical kinetics and equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry. Prerequisites: Chemistry 111, 111L, and a score of 3 or higher on the Mathematics Placement Exam or Mathematics 101, 109 or 115; all passed with a grade of "C-" or higher. Corequisite: Chemistry 112L.

General Chemistry II Laboratory- CE-112L

Laboratory work to complement the class work of Chemistry 111 and 112; review of mathematical fundamentals; experiments involving observation and interpretation of chemical and physical changes; experimental studies of gas laws, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, qualitative analysis, and molecular mass determination. Three hours per week.