In accordance with Senate's Policy Regarding Inactive Courses, the course descriptions for courses which have not been offered in the previous three academic years and which are not scheduled to be offered in the current academic year have been removed from the following listing. For information about any of these inactive courses, please contact the Head of the Department.
Biochemistry courses are designated by BIOC.
1430
Biochemistry for Nurses
is an introduction to the chemistry and structure-function relationships of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. It will examine the basic metabolism of carbohydrates and fats, with emphasis on the biochemical fluctuations that occur in human health and disease, and will include a brief introduction to molecular genetics. Prospective fast-track program students should consult with the School of Nursing concerning admission to this course.
CR: the former BIOC 2430
LC: 4
PR: Level 3 Chemistry or Chemistry 1010 or Chemistry 1810 or equivalent, and acceptance to Bachelor of Nursing (Collaborative)
UL: may not be used for credit to fulfil the requirements for a major in the Department of Biochemistry
2000
Principles of Food Science
enables one to gain an understanding of the scope of Food Science as a discipline. Topics include introductions to chemistry, processing, analysis, microbiology, packaging, product development, sensory evaluation and quality control as they are related to Food Science.
LH: one period per week
2005
Food, Food Safety, and Health
introduces the concepts of the composition of foods, and how the processing of food affects sensory appeal, shelf life and nutrient composition. Common food and water-borne illnesses (risks and prevention) are covered in the course content. Students will also be introduced to food biotechnologies, including genetically modified organisms, nutriceuticals and the development of functional foods.
2010
Introductory Foods I
is an introduction to the science of food and food preparation. Topics covered include fats and oils, simple and complex carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables, cereals and starches. Laboratory work applies scientific principles and theories to practical problems in food preparation.
LH: 3
2011
Introductory Foods II
is an introduction to the science of food and food preparation. Topics covered include proteins - dairy products, eggs, meats and fish, legumes, gelatin and flour proteins, batters and doughs, meal management and menu planning. Laboratory work applies scientific principles and theories to practical problems of food preparation.
LH: 3
2100
Introduction to Molecular Biology and Genetics
will cover the heritability of simple traits from phenotype to genotype; the discovery of DNA as the molecule of heredity; the structure and function of DNA; the elucidation of the genetic code; and the manipulation of DNA for recombinant DNA technology and biotechnology.
CO: BIOC 2101, Chemistry 2401, Physics 1021 or 1051. Students may replace the co-requisite Chemistry 2401 with Chemistry 2440 as a prerequisite. Chemistry 2440 may not be taken as a co-requisite of 2100
LH: 3 on alternate weeks
PR: BIOC 2101, Chemistry 2401, Physics 1021 or 1051. Students may replace the co-requisite Chemistry 2401 with Chemistry 2440 as a prerequisite. Chemistry 2440 may not be taken as a co-requisite of 2100
2101
Introduction to Biochemistry
is an introduction to the major organic substances of living organisms, proteins, carbohydrates and lipids: their structure, analysis and biochemical function. Other topics will include: enzymes; the biochemistry of membranes, including the plasma membrane and specialized intracellular membranes; and the biochemistry of selected differentiated cells.
CR: Pharmacy 2004, or the former Pharmacy 3110
LH: one three-hour laboratory period on alternate weeks
PR: Chemistry 2400 and 2401, or Chemistry 2440; and Physics 1020 or 1050, and 1021 (or 1051). Chemistry 2401 and Physics 1021 or 1051 can be done concurrently
2600
Introduction to Human Nutrition
gives an overview of human nutrition with an emphasis on topics of current interest. Students will gain an understanding of nutrition in the context of health maintenance across the life span. Topics covered will include nutrition during pregnancy, nutrition for infants, Canadian Recommended Nutrient Intakes / Dietary Reference Intakes, weight loss and weight gain, nutriceuticals and ergogenic aids.
CR: HKR 2600 or the former Kinesiology 2600
CR: cannot receive credit for BIOC 2600 if completed subsequent to BIOC 3200 or 3201
UL: BIOC 2600 may not be counted among the 60 credit hours in Biochemistry courses required for Honours in Biochemistry, Honours in Nutrition, or Honours in Dietetics
3052
Food Microbiology
- inactive course.
3054
Fundamentals of Food Microbiology
is an introduction to the basic principles of microbiology with an emphasis on the study of microorganisms that are found in foods. The role of microbes in food and food spoilage, and the role of food-borne pathogens in human illness and disease will each be discussed. Nutritional aspects of food-borne microorganisms will also be studied.
3105
Physical Biochemistry
examines topics such as: types of intermolecular forces in biomolecules; the folding of biomolecules and the role of water; pH, buffers, and ionisation of biomolecules; thermodynamics: equilibria, coupled reactions, transport across membranes and redox reactions; and ligand binding. Other topics will include: size and shape of biomolecules; isotopes in biochemistry; and, spectroscopy of biomolecules.
OR: a two hour problem-solving class
3106
Metabolism
examines the catabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and amino acids. Other topics will be: mitochondria, chloroplasts and ATP synthesis; biosynthesis of carbohydrates and lipids; metabolic specialization of differentiated cells and tissues; and, integration of metabolism.
CR: the former BIOC 3102 or Pharmacy 3111
LH: one three-hour laboratory or one-hour tutorial per week
OR: one-hour tutorial or one three-hour laboratory per week
PR: BIOC 2101
3107
Nucleic Acid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
examines the structure, function and biochemistry of DNA and RNA and the biochemical processes in the flow of information from the gene to protein. These will include: DNA replication, recombination and repair processes; transcription of RNA and RNA splicing; and protein synthesis. The regulation of gene expression will also be covered at an introductory level. The course will also include an introduction to cloning methodology.
LH: up to four hours per week which will normally consist of one three hour laboratory period plus one additional hour on the following day.
3108
Molecular Biochemistry of the Cell
focuses on the molecular biochemistry of intracellular regulation, including advances in topics such as signal transduction, apoptosis and cancer. Other topics will include protein processing and sorting, cyclins, G-protein structure, function and regulation, cell adhesion molecules and the structure of the extracellular matrix.
311A/B
Human Physiology
covers the properties of nerve and muscle cells, the special senses, blood and body fluids, and the nervous, cardiovascular, digestive, immune, respiratory, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems. Integration of the body's systems in maintaining homeostasis is emphasized. Priority for entry into this course is given to Biochemistry, Nutrition, Dietetics, and other students who are interested in experimental science.
CO: BIOC 2101
CR: Medicine 310A/B
LH: to be specified
PR: BIOC 2101
3200
Basic Human Nutrition I
studies the nutrients essential to human health and well-being with emphasis on carbohydrates, proteins and lipids, - chemistry, dietary source, dietary requirements, metabolism, and physiological importance.
3201
Basic Human Nutrition II
studies the vitamins, minerals and trace elements essential to human health and well-being - chemistry, dietary source, dietary requirements, physiological role, and deficiency syndromes.
3202
Community Nutrition
examines nutritional assessment, nutrition education, and the role of community agencies and individuals in the dissemination of nutritional information. Survey methods and results will be discussed.
CO: BIOC 3201, and either BIOC 311B or Medicine 310B
CR: the former BIOC 4302
PR: BIOC 3200
3402
Food Chemistry
examines the following topics: water structure and the role of water in chemical reactions and mechanical properties of foods; chemistry and physical properties of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids; food dispersions; pigments and natural colorants; food flavour; enzyme properties and applications; vitamins and minerals; chemistry of enzymic and non-enzymic browning; characteristics of: muscle tissue, milk, eggs, bread and edible plant tissue; food additives; and, chemical changes in foods during processing.
LH: one period per week
PR: BIOC 2000 or 2005; BIOC 2101; Chemistry 2440 or Chemistry 2401
4002
Biochemical Regulation
examines metabolic regulation at the cellular and multicellular level. Topics will include: control theory; hormones: their biosynthesis and mechanism of action; signal transduction; and, endocrine coordination of metabolic processes. Principles will be illustrated by the use of case studies from the medical and veterinary literature.
LC: two to three hours per week, together with assigned reading and case studies
4101
Proteins
will review the history of protein research and the general properties of proteins and include other topics such as: strategy and methods for purification; chemical structure, properties, modification and determination of the protein amino acids; sequencing strategy, chain cleavage methods and end group analysis; folding of the protein main chain and techniques to determine structure; and, the relationship between structure and function: protein filaments, motors and regulators. It will also cover disease-related proteins and other examples from the current literature.
LC: two to three hours per week, together with assigned reading
PR: BIOC 3105
4102
Current Topics in Biochemistry
is a seminar course in which faculty and students will discuss topics of current interest in the biochemical literature. Students will be responsible for reading and critically assessing recent literature.
PR: Honours Biochemistry students in their final year or permission of the Head
4103
Prokaryotic Gene Regulation
is a detailed and up-to-date treatment of the mechanisms of genetic regulation found in bacterial cells. The course will develop topics based on the evidence of bacterial genetics and modern molecular biological experiments. Topics may include: theory of mutations, RNA transcription, positive and negative regulation of transcription; regulation of protein synthesis; control of DNA replication; bacterial operons and regulons; developmental molecular biology in bacterial systems; and evolution and molecular biology of organelles.
PR: BIOC 3107
4104
Eukaryotic Gene Regulation and Developmental Biology
details the cellular and molecular aspects of eukaryotic gene regulation and development. Topics to be covered will include the DNA content and organization of eukaryotes, mechanisms controlling the expression of eukaryotic genetic information at the transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels, and the methodologies used to define these mechanisms. Detailed consideration will be given to the cell-surface events which regulate nuclear gene expression and cell lineage specification. Developmental mechanisms operating in a number of model systems will be discussed.
4105
Immunology
is taught and administered by the School of Pharmacy. The course is an introduction to the molecular and cellular basis of immunity and hypersensitivity, and will include a discussion of the manipulation of the immune system in the management and treatment of disease.
CO: BIOC 2101, and either BIOC 311B or Medicine 310B
CR: Pharmacy 4105 and the former Pharmacy 3105
OR: tutorials
4200
Bioenergetics and Biological Oxidation
examines topics such as: respiration and electron transport; the functional organization of energy transducing membranes; the structure and function of flavoenzymes, cytochromes, iron-sulfur proteins and quinones; enzyme reduction of oxygen; and, free radicals in biological systems.
LC: two to three hours per week and assigned reading
PR: BIOC 3106
4201
Membranes - Structure and Function
examines the structure of model and biological membranes, the molecular interactions between membrane components and the effects of these interactions on the biophysical and functional properties of membranes. Other topics will include the structure-function of specialized membranous systems, such as lipoprotein, lung surfactant, and lipid rafts; membrane lipid composition in biochemical adaptation and function; and the role of membrane proteins in intracellular trafficking, receptor function, enzymatic activity and membrane-related diseases.
PR: BIOC 3105
4210
Biochemical Research Techniques I
is designed to familiarize students with methods used for the study of structural and molecular biology.
AR: attendance is required
LC: times as arranged
LH: times as arranged
4211
Biochemical Research Techniques II
is designed to familiarize students with methods used for the study of cellular and subcellular metabolism. This course may include a research project.
AR: attendance is required
LC: times as arranged
LH: times as arranged
PR: BIOC 3106
4220
Introduction to General and Autonomic Pharmacology
deals with the general principles of pharmacology (dose-response relationship, drug-receptor interaction, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion of drugs), and drugs that affect neuromuscular and autonomic neurotransmissin, the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and central nervous systems, and autacoids/prostanoids.
CO: BIOC 3106 or Pharmacy 3111
CR: Medicine 4300
LH: 3
PR: BIOC 311A/B or Medicine 310A/B or Pharmacy 2002/2003 (or the former Pharmacy 3201/3202)
4230-4239
Special Topics in Biochemistry
will be given for senior undergraduates, and will cover a range of topics in specialized fields in Biochemistry. They may be taught by visiting specialists when available.
PR: to be determined at the time of offering
4240-4249
Special Topics in Nutrition
will be given for senior undergraduates, and will cover a range of topics in specialized fields in Nutrition. They may be taught by visiting specialists when available.
PR: to be determined at the time of offering
4300
Advanced Nutrition
is a course in which current controversies and trends in human nutrition are presented and discussed using the scientific literature.
4301
Nutrition and Disease
is a course which addresses the scientific basis for nutritional intervention in chronic human disease.
4400
Food Analysis
- inactive course.
4502
Techniques in Nutrition Research
is a seminar course in which faculty and students will discuss concepts and methods used in the study of nutrition. Students will be responsible for reading and critically assessing recent literature.
PR: BIOC 4301
PR: Honours Nutrition students in their final year or permission of the Head
499A and 499B
Dissertation
is a two-semester linked course based on independent study of a problem in Biochemistry. The subject of study will be decided in consultation with Faculty advisors and must be approved in advance by the Department, or both Departments in the case of a Joint Honours degree. This dissertation is obligatory for Honours students in Biochemistry. The dissertation will be submitted as a formal written report accompanied by appropriate illustration before the end of the tenth week of the second semester. Before the end of his/her final semester the student will give an oral presentation of his/her research.
CH: 6
CR: BIOC 4999
PR: Honours students in their final year or permission of the Head
4999
Dissertation
is a 3 credit hour dissertation for Honours students in Dietetics and Nutrition. The dissertation will be based on independent study of a problem in Dietetics or Nutrition. The subject of study will be decided in consultation with Faculty advisors and must be approved in advance by the Department. The dissertation will be submitted as a formal written report accompanied by appropriate illustrations before the end of the semester.
CR: BIOC 499B
PR: Honours students in Dietetics and Nutrition in their final year or permission of the Head