Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ((BIOL 2020 OR BIOL 2021) AND (CHEM 1220 OR CHEM 1221) AND (MATH 1180 OR MATH 1220)).
Requirement Designation:
Quantitative Intensive BS
Description
Meets with BIOL 3551. Principles from physics and chemistry are explored in the context of biological processes, especially at the molecular and cellular level. Topics covered include random walks, thermodynamics, molecular recognition, dynamic processes, optics and spectroscopy. Quantitative treatments are emphasized and computer simulation and applications are used extensively. Recommended: PHYS 2020 or PHYS 2120 or PHYS 2220 or PHYS 3220