Courses
W&M Courses Taught
CHEM 103: General Chemistry I
For science majors and pre-health science students. A study of the nature of atoms and molecules, the periodic table, chemical bonding and reactions, thermochemistry, states of matter, solutions, and equilibrium.
CHEM 314: Biochemistry
The molecular basis of living processes; the chemistry of important constituents of living matter, biosynthesis, metabolism, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics, metabolic control, transport mechanisms. Section 01 primarily for life science majors; 02 for physical science majors.
CHEM 314C: Biochemistry at the Bar
With the recent sequencing of the human genome, increasing prevalence of various diseases and disorders including cancer, Alzheimer’s, etc., and advancing sophistication of numerous biotechnologies, new social and ethical responsibilities fall upon the scientist. This 1-credit supplement AND Biochemistry 314 course fulfills the COLL 200 requirement, and aims to “reach-out” beyond the science and put the responsibilities of the biochemist on trial. Through the integration science with the fields of philosophy, law, and government, this course aims to produce a “global scientist.” Drawing from multiple sources including film, current events, and guest lectures students will be afforded a holistic perspective on science in society and the implications of biochemical research
CHEM 415/515: Advanced Biochemistry
A continuation of the study of biological processes on a molecular level begun in Chemistry 314. Biosynthesis, metabolism, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics, metabolic control, transport mechanisms.