Most of the emphasis will be on bacterial pathogens of mammals, but there will be some discussion of viral and protozoan pathogens. The course will focus on model microbial systems which illustrate mechanisms of pathogenesis. This course for upper division and graduate students will explore the molecular and cellular basis of microbial pathogenesis. Prerequisites: C100A, 102 or consent of instructor. MCB C103: Bacterial Pathogenesis (3 units Syllabus cross-listed with PH C102 and PMB C103 ) (F,Sp,Su)Ĭheck out information about our 102 tutoring program here. Recommended: a course in physical chemistry.Ĭredit Restriction: Students will receive no credit for 102 after taking 100B or C100A/Chemistry C130 or Chemistry 135.Ī comprehensive survey of the fundamentals of biological chemistry, including the properties of intermediary metabolites, the structure and function of biological macromolecules, the logic of metabolic pathways (both degradative and biosynthetic) and the molecular basis of genetics and gene expression. Prerequisites: Biology 1A, Chemistry 3B or an equivalent course. MCB 102: Survey of the Principles of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (4 units Syllabus Fall / Spring) Lectures will cover major principles in the biochemistry of metabolism and also highlight selected topics including signaling, transport, metabolic engineering, and human diseases related to metabolic dysfunction. The course is designed for majors in the biochemistry and molecular biology, genetics and development, or immunology emphases. (Sp) This course surveys cellular metabolism with a focus on the underlying bioenergetics, mechanisms, and chemistry. MCB 100B: Biochemistry: Pathways, Mechanisms, and Regulation (4 units Syllabus) Tutoring is available for MCB C100A, information will be given in class. Electrochemical potential, membranes, and ion channels.
Bioenergetics, energy transduction, and motor proteins.
Molecular distributions, reaction kinetics, enzyme kinetics. Thermodynamic and kinetic concepts applied to understanding the chemistry and structure of biomolecules (proteins, DNA, and RNA). Prerequisites: Chem 3A or Chem112A, Math 1A, Bio 1A/1AL. MCB C100A: Biophysical Chemistry: Physical Principles and the Molecules of Life (4 units Syllabus Cross-listed with Chem C130) Please note: Syllabi change from semester to semester and therefore, please only use them as a guide and not a definitive list of topics covered by a course in future semesters.Ĭourse tutoring: The department hires a few undergraduate tutors for select MCB courses, interested students should contact Katie Carson (Assistant Director of Student Services) to inquire about opportunities and timelines. Check Fall and Spring Courses for current offerings.