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HLTH 217 - Biochemistry for Health Sciences
This course will cover several fundamental concepts in biochemistry including structure and function of each of the biochemical molecules: proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; metabolic and enzymatic pathways for energy production; regulatory processes; as well as an introduction to the processes of the central dogma. Course content will focus on direct connections to health using clinical examples and applications.
Prerequisites
BIOL130, CHEM120 or CHEM121; Level at least 2A.
Corequisites
None
Antirequisites
KIN217
Offerings
Fall 2025 [1259]
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Time | Days | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | 3157 | 238 / 245 | 10:00 - 11:20 | M,W |
Fall 2001 [1019]
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UW Flow Ratings
Liked: 70.83%
Easy: 38.46%
Useful: 75.00 %
HLTH 217 leads to
HLTH 340 - Environmental Toxicology and Public Health
HLTH 341 - Principles of Pathobiology
KIN 346 - Human Nutrition and Metabolism
KIN 446 - Physiological and Biochemical Aspects of Nutrition and Health