Introduction to Organic & Biochemistry w/Lab
5 credits | Fully Online with Virtual Lab | Self-Paced (28 days–6 months)
Course Overview
This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry as they relate to biological systems and health sciences. Students will explore the structure, properties, reactions, and functions of organic molecules, with emphasis on biomolecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids.
Topics include chemical bonding, functional groups, reaction mechanisms, metabolism, and the role of biomolecules in cellular processes.
The accompanying laboratory component reinforces lecture concepts through virtually simulated experimentation, data analysis, and scientific reporting. Students develop practical laboratory skills, apply chemical principles to biological systems, and practice safe and ethical laboratory techniques.
$630 (Includes registration, textbook, and technology fees)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Explain fundamental principles of organic chemistry, including bonding, molecular structure, and functional groups.
Identify and describe the structure, properties, and reactions of major classes of organic compounds.
Describe the structure and function of biologically important molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Explain basic biochemical processes, including enzyme activity, metabolism, and energy transfer in living systems.
Perform common laboratory techniques used in organic and biochemistry experiments safely and accurately.
Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data using appropriate scientific methods.
