What This Document Is
These are lecture notes from the first week of Intro Biochemistry (BIOCB 500) at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), taken on January 9th and 11th, 2018, by student Hannah Pipes. The notes cover introductory material, syllabus details, and the beginning of Chapter 1.
Why This Document Matters
These notes are valuable for students enrolled in or considering enrolling in this specific biochemistry course. They provide a student-generated overview of key syllabus points emphasized by the instructors, Dr. Brenda Blacklock and Dr. Andrew Kusmierczyk, and initial concepts from the course material. They are particularly useful for understanding course expectations, exam dates, and available resources.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a *student’s* notes, not an official course document. It represents one individual’s interpretation and recording of the lecture and syllabus information. It should not be considered a substitute for attending lectures or reviewing the official syllabus.
What This Document Provides
The notes include: details regarding required prerequisite coursework (Organic Chemistry), recommended textbook editions, exam dates (Exam 1: 02/06/2018, Exam 2: 03/06/2018, Exam 3: 4/12/2018, Final: 05/01/2018), policies on missed exams, information about online homework, contact information for a teaching assistant (Cameron Peck), and resources for student success (tutoring, Twitter updates @IUPUIBiochem). It also touches on the fundamental question of what biochemistry is, and introduces the three domains of life: Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya, along with the basic molecules required for life. This preview *does not* include detailed explanations of biochemical processes, specific molecular structures, or the full content of Chapter 1.