Course information

Biochemistry covers the composition of living cells (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and water); water and its importance in life; osmosis and osmotic behavior of cells; and movement of molecules in living cells. Genetics introduces students to Mendelian genetics, gene expression and sex determination. Practical work will include: behavior of cells in solutions (isotonic, hypertonic, hypotonic solutions), examining cells under a microscope, testing for carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, pH, etc.