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BCHM 270 Biochemical Basis of Health and Disease

BCHM 270  Biochemical Basis of Health and Disease  Units: 3.00  

This course will introduce general biochemical concepts that will allow for an understanding of the biological and chemical principles underlying human physiology, health and disease. The course will provide self-paced learning and utilize evidence-based teaching principles, small group learning, peer-learning and guided-independent learning methodologies to provide an inclusive learning environment. Students will gain an enhanced appreciation of general applications of biochemistry as applied in day to day healthy life and during the disease states, diagnosis and clinical management of metabolic disorders.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
NOTE This introductory biochemistry online course is intended for prospective students in Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Commerce, and general science programs.
NOTE May not be taken for credit towards the Plan requirements of the BCHM or LISC Specialization or Major Plans.

Learning Hours: 126 (66 Online Activity, 60 Private Study)  
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing and [(PHGY 170/3.0) or (BIOL 102/3.0 and BIOL 103/3.0)], or permission of the instructor. One-Way exclusion May not be taken with or after BCHM 310/6.0; BCHM 315/3.0.  
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  

Biochemistry – Major (Science) – Bachelor of Science (Honours)

https://www.queensu.ca/academic-calendar/arts-science/schools-departments-programs/biochemistry/biochemistry-major-science-bs-honours/

Subject:  Administered by the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences. Plan:  Consists of 72.00 units as described below. Program:  The Plan, alone, or in combination with a Minor in another subject, and with sufficient electives to total 120.00 units, will lead to a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree.

Biochemistry – Specialization (Science) – Bachelor of Science (Honours)

https://www.queensu.ca/academic-calendar/arts-science/schools-departments-programs/biochemistry/biochemistry-specialization-science-bs-honours/

Subject:  Administered by the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences. Plan:  Consists of 84.00 units as described below. Program:  The Plan, together with sufficient electives to total 120.00 units, will lead to a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree.