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Republic of the Philippines

Central Luzon State University
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija 3120

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

COURSE SYLLABUS

CHEM 2221 – Biochemistry for BSPsychology

A. UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

1. Vision of the University

Central Luzon State University (CLSU) as a world-class national research University for science
and technology in agriculture and allied fields.

2. Mission of the University

CLSU shall develop globally competitive, work-ready, socially-responsible and empowered

human resources who value life-long learning, and to generate, disseminate, and apply
knowledge and technologies for poverty alleviation, environmental protection, and sustainable
development.

3. Quality Policy Statement

a. Excellent service to humanity is our commitment.

b. We are committed to develop globally–competent and empowered human resources, and to
generate knowledge and technologies for inclusive societal development.
c. We are dedicated to uphold CLSU’s core values and principles, comply with statutory and
regulatory standards and continuously improve the effectiveness of our quality management
systems.
d. Mahalagaanginyongtinigupanghigitnamapahusayangkalidad ngaming paglilingkod.

4. Goals of the College of Arts and Sciences

In line with the mission of the University, the goals of the College of Arts and Sciences are:

a. To equip students with basic knowledge and skills needed in the pursuit of more advanced and
specialized field of endeavor;
b. To develop civic consciousness of students and train them for active involvement in
environment concern and agro-industrial development;
c. To mold students into humane individual through exposure to the arts and participation in
various forms of artistic activities.

5. Objectives of the Department of Psychology

a. To train students to become psychologist competent in research, training and extension.
b. To develop biologist proficient in utilization of indigenous resources and practices.
c. To strengthen linkages for technological advances in the biological sciences.

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B. PROGRAM INFORMATION

1. Name of Program: Bachelor of Science in Psychology

2. BOR Approval: BOR Resolution No. 43-2018
3. Date of Approval: September 13, 2018
4. Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives Mission

Three to five years after graduation:
1. The graduates are licensed practicing professionals in the field of human
√
resources management and psychological assessment.
2. The graduates are using psychological knowledge and skills in creating
appropriate research designs and methodologies required to successfully √
perform their task in accordance with ethical norms and standards.
3. As professionals, the graduates are facilitating the use of psychological
knowledge and skills to make the science of psychology personally and √
socially relevant.
4. The graduates are communicating effectively their psychological
knowledge and skills, working well either individually or as part of a team
√
and continuously adopting personal and professional growth and
development as a way of life.
5. The graduates are providing practical solutions to personal, social, cultural
and community problems and needs in collaboration with professionals √
and experts in other fields.
6. The graduates are leading in designing, implementing and assessing
culturally and ethically appropriate programs which are cognizant and √
responsive of human diversity.

5. Program Outcomes and Its Relationship to Program Educational Objectives

Program Outcomes Program

Educational
After graduation, students of the program have the ability to: Objectives
1 2 3 4 5
Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze the major
A √ √ √ √ √
theories and concepts in psychology (knowledge in psychology)
B Demonstrate and apply the methods of psychological inquiry in
building knowledge on local and culture and context √ √ √ √ √
(psychological research)
C Demonstrate and apply psychological theories and methods in
√ √ √ √ √
personal and professional setting (application of psychology)
D Demonstrate capability for self-reflection and independent learning
in graduate education or in a professional context (independent √ √ √ √ √
learning)
E Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in research and
√ √ √ √ √
practice in Psychology (ethics)
F Demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relationship with
colleagues, clients and others (interpersonal skills) in diverse √ √ √ √ √
cultural setting
G Demonstrate the ability to conduct psychological assessments and
√ √ √ √ √
evaluation (psychological assessment)

C. INSTRUCTOR/PROFESSOR INFORMATION:

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1. Name of Instructor/Professor: ROSALIE R. RAFAEL

2. Office Address: Department of Chemistry
CAS Annex Building
3. Telephone Number: 0977-136-7615
4. Email Address: rosalie.rafael@clsu2.edu.ph

5. Consultation Hours:

D. COURSE INFORMATION:

1. Course Code: Chem 2221

2. Course Title: BIOCHEMISTRY

3. Course Description: The course deals with the structure, properties, and functions of
biomolecules in the living organisms; explanation of the
building-up and breaking down of these biomolecules. It also
deals with regulation of these processes in the system
including the commercial, research, food, aquaculture and
medical applications of these biomolecules.

3. Pre-requisite: Chem 1115

4. Co- requisite: None
5. Credit: 5 units (3 units lecture, 2 units laboratory)
6. Class Hours: 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory
7. Class Schedule: 1-2:30 TTh; 7-8:30 WF

8. Course Outcomes (COs) and Relationship to Program Outcomes

Program outcomes addressed by the course outcomes:

PO code*
At the end of this course, the student must be able to:

a b c d e f g

CO1 Discuss the CLSU mission, vision and the goals and D
objectives of CAS and the Department of Chemistry
and relate these to the study of Biochemistry
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of
CO2 D D D
biochemistry and the molecules of life, organization of
living organisms, the properties of water, the
molecules of life and major classes of biochemical
reactions
CO3 Demonstrate an understanding of the major classes D D D
of proteins by relating the structure to their functions
and the changes that they undergo in the behavior of
human beings.

CO4 Discuss the classes of enzymes, the reactions they D D D

catalyze, their mode of actions, how they are inhibited
and their applications

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CO5 Explain the basic chemical structure of nucleic acids, D D D D D

their function and the flow of genetic information

CO6 Describe and explain the sources, structure, D D D D D

functions and applications of the different classes of
carbohydrates and their derivatives in psychology

CO7 Discuss the major classes of lipids, their sources or D D D D

occurrences, structure, functions and application in
psychology.

CO8 Explain the role of vitamins and cofactors and give D D D D

examples of each

CO9 Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of D D D D

catabolic and anabolic reactions.

CO10 Discuss the catabolic and anabolic processes on D D D D

carbohydrate metabolism.

CO11 Demonstrate an understanding of lipid metabolism by D D D D

explaining how lipid biomolecules are synthesized and
degraded

*Level: I – Introductory; E – Enabling; D – Demonstrative

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9. Course Coverage:

Teaching and Learning Activities

Course
Week Topics Learning Outcomes Teaching Learning Activities Assessment
Outcomes
Activities
1 A. Introduction
Survey on the
CO1. Discuss CLSU Mission, Vision and Explain the philosophy of CLSU and Group Explain in their awareness and
the CLSU the CAS and Department of relate the vision, mission, goals, and dynamics own attainment of the
mission, vision Chemistry Goals and objectives of the Institution and IGS to understanding the VMGO of the
and the goals Objectives this philosophy VMGO and relate Institution and the
and objectives to these to the College
of College of Relate the VMGO to regional, national study of
Arts and Course Orientation goals and to Biochemistry biochemistry
Sciences, Reaction paper
Department of
Psychology and
relate these to
Biochemistry.

CO2.
A. The Molecules and 1. define “biochemistry.” Quiz 1.
Demonstrate an
the Chemical 2. explain how the chemical Written report on Short quiz on the
understanding of Lecture with
Reactions of Life properties of water make it differences functions of the
the role of visuals/
the ideal biological solvent. between plant and cells’ organelles,
biochemistry powerpoint
3. describe the organization of a animal cells. classes of
and the 1. Introduction to presentation
eukaryotic (nucleus- biomolecules and
molecules of life, Biochemistry
containing) cell, and compare biological reactions,
organization of 2. The Cell
it to the organization of a Case study on and properties of
living organisms, 3. Major classes of
prokaryotic (non-nucleated) conserving water water
the properties of biomolecules
water, the 4. Classes of cell. in sustaining life
molecules of life Chemical 4. name the major classes of on earth
and major Reactions of Life biomolecules, and identify the Stem cell research:
classes of 5. Water atoms most commonly found Submit a critique
biochemical in each class. . paper on stem cell
reactions 5. Identify the major classes of research in
biochemical reactions medicine.

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2-3 CO3. Describe B. Simple and 1. describe the chemical

and explain the Complex structures of a simple Video
sources, Carbohydrates carbohydrate (sugar) and a conferencin Peer teaching on Quiz on writing the
structure, complex carbohydrate g thru Zoom writing linear structures of
functions and 1. Monosaccharides, (polysaccharide). meeting cyclic structures of disaccharides and
applications of disaccharides and 2. explain how polysaccharides monosaccharides polysaccharides
the different Oligosaccharides are synthesized from simple
classes of 2. Stereoisomers and six-carbon sugars.
carbohydrates Stereochemistry 3. describe the roles of Classify Submit a written
and their 3. Biologically structural polysaccharides carbohydrates and report about sugar
derivatives in important and storage polysaccharides, identify their and the brain.
veterinary monosaccharides, and explain how slight biological Explain the
medicine. disaccharides differences in their chemical functions and mechanisms
4. Carbohydrate structures enable them to applications in involved and relate
derivatives and fulfill their different roles. relation to your to behavior and
their biological 4. define “glycoprotein,” and courses. thinking.
importance explain the roles
5. Polysaccharides glycoproteins play in vivo.
Group dynamics
6. Glycoproteins, 5. describe a proteoglycan, and
on carbohydrate
Proteoglycans, and explain its function.
derivatives and
Ionic their biological
Polysaccharides FIRST TERM
functions. Relate EXAM
the structure to
their functions.
4-5 CO4. Discuss C. Lipids and
the major Membranes
classes of lipids, 1. identify the different classes Seatwork on Quiz on Structure
their sources or of lipids. Computer - structure writing writing of a fat or oil
occurrences, 1. Lipid Classification 2. describe the properties of assisted of simple and and a phospholipid.
structure, and Structure lipid aggregates. lecture compound lipids
functions and 2. Micelles, Bilayers, 3. describe the structure of and writing Biochemical
application in and Liposomes biological membranes. equations on connection:
veterinary 3. Biological 4. define “lipoprotein,” and saponification and Submit a term
medicine. Membranes explain the structure and synthesis of fats paper on
4. Lipoproteins functions of lipoproteins. and oils lipoprotein, their
5. Transport through 5. discuss the dynamic nature of classification,
Membranes membranes, and describe structure and
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some membrane transport function. Submit

mechanisms. your explanation to
this and cite
references.
6-7 CO3. D. Amino Acids and 1. Identify and draw the
Demonstrate an Proteins structure of the twenty
understanding of common amino acids and Lecture Recitation/ Drawing a
the major 1. Amino Acids classify them based on their boardwork on the polypeptide chain
classes of 2. Proteins—Primary functional groups structure and given the amino
proteins by Structure 2. explain how amino acids are classification of acids (20 pts)
relating the 3. 3-D Structure of joined and draw how the amino acids
structure to their Proteins I— peptide bond is formed
functions and Secondary 3. describe the primary structure
Seatwork –
the changes that Structure of proteins
Writing a Biochemical
they undergo in 4. 3-D Structure of 4. draw structures of simple
polypeptide chain connection: Term
the behavior of Proteins II— peptides and give their
human beings. Tertiary and names paper on proteins
Quaternary 5. describe how the of the mind and
Structures physicochemical properties of behavior. Explain
5. Protein Folding and the amino acids determine the mechanism and
Protein Dynamics the three-dimensional cite references.
6. Functions of structure of a protein.
Proteins 6. Describe the secondary
structure of a protein and
identify the forces that
maintain them
7. Describe the structure,
shape, and functions of
fibrous proteins
8. Describe the tertiary and
quaternary structures of
proteins
9. Identify the group interactions
that maintain protein
conformation
10. Describe the structure,
shape, and functions of
globular proteins
11. List examples of proteins that
require prosthetic groups, and
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explain how they function

12. Explain the importance of the
three-dimensional structure
of a protein to its biological
function using an example
13. list the diverse roles proteins
play in biological systems.
14. Discuss the roles of
myoglobin and hemoglobin
15. Explain how physical and
chemical factors affect the
three-dimensional structure of
protein (denaturation)
16. Identify and differentiate the
essential and non-essential
amino acids
8-9 CO4. Discuss E. Enzymes
the classes of
enzymes, the 1. Enzymes and 1. define “enzyme” and Quiz:
reactions they Coenzymes “coenzyme,” and explain the
catalyze, their 2. Structural and relationship between the two. Identify enzymes in
mode of actions, Computer
Functional 2. Discuss the features of the aided the digestive
how they are Seatwork:
Organization of enzyme structure and lecture system and how
inhibited and Enzyme functional organization they function.
their 3. Enzyme 3. describe the classification Identify the class
applications Classification and and nomenclature of of enzymes
Nomenclature enzymes. catalyzing a given
reaction. Assignment on the
4. Mechanism of 4. explain the specificity of role of enzymes as
Enzyme Action enzymes. markers for
5. Regulation of 5. list the types of chemical Assignment on
diseases of the
Enzyme Activity reactions involved in enzyme specific examples
nervous system.
6. Enzyme Inhibition catalysis. catalyzed by the
7. Allosteric 6. Explain enzyme inhibition groups of
Regulation of and allosteric regulation enzymes
Enzymes 7. Enumerate enzyme
8. Multiple Molecular application in medicine
forms of Enzymes SECOND TERM
9. Practical EXAM
Application of
Enzymes
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10- 11 CO5. Explain

the basic F. Nucleotides and
chemical Nucleic Acids 1. identify the basic chemical
structure of structures of the nucleic acid Writing and
nucleic acids, 1. DNA and RNA— bases, of nucleotides and of naming
their function Lecture Quiz on protein
Chemistry and nucleosides (both ribo- and nucleotides synthesis and
and the flow of Structure deoxyribo- forms).
genetic structure writing
2. DNA Replication 2. identify the standard Advanced
information and Repair— abbreviations for the readings about the Medical
Information Storage substances listed in topics for Perspective:
3. RNA Replication— Objective 1, above. discussion in class Submit a report on
Information 3. define the terms
1. Molecular
Transmission “chromosome,” “gene,”
genetics and
4. Genetic Code “virus,” and “plasmid.”
detection of genetic
5. Ribosomes and 4. name the three types of RNA.
disorders in
Protein Synthesis 5. Explain the difference
human/animals.
6. Posttranslational between DNA and RNA.
2. Epigenomics:
Covalent 6. describe the flow of genetic
Consequences of
Modification information (DNA →
defects in DNA
7. Mutation and repair proteins).
mechanism 7. Describe DNA replication
8. Describe transcription and
translation
9. use the genetic code to
translate mRNA sequences
into (protein) amino acid
sequences.
10. explain the difference
between a “codon” and an
“anti-codon.”
11. describe the role of the
ribosome and tRNA in protein
synthesis.
12. explain how eukaryotic
protein synthesis is
controlled.
13. Discuss mutation and the
process of repair

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12 CO8. Explain G. Vitamins and Cofactors 1. define “vitamin” and Biochemical

the role of 1. Water Soluble Vitamins “cofactor.” connection: Vitamin
vitamins and 2. Fat Soluble Vitamins 2. describe the function of Lecture A. Explain the
cofactors and 3. Minerals vitamins and cofactors, and chemistry of vision
give examples provide examples of each
of each group.

13 CO9.Demonstra A. Metabolic
te an Pathways
understanding of 1. explain the meaning of the
the importance Introduction to Metabolism term anabolism and Computer- Independent
of catabolic and 1. ATP- Cellular catabolism assisted learning through
anabolic energy currency 2. identify the chemical lecture web- animated
reactions. Identify at least five
2. Catabolism: reactions occurring during version of biological effects of
Overview catabolism and anabolism. metabolism disorders of the
-Stage I: 3. Explain why ATP is called the citric acid cycle’
Hydrolysis of cellular energy currency Identify the
Dietary 4. Discuss the citric acid cycle chemical reactions
Macromolecules and its importance during catabolism
- Stage II. 5. Describe how the citric acid and anabolism.
Conversion of cycle is regulated Medical
Monomers into 6. describe the synthesis of ATP Perspective: What
completely Explain what is are the health
by oxidative phosphorylation.
oxidized forms the role of implications of a
7. Explain how amino acids are
-Stage III. mitochondria in deficiency of the
degraded and relate this to
Complete energy production. enzyme, pyruvate
the urea cycle
oxidation of Do mitochondria decarboxylase?
8. Describe how the citric acid
nutrients to ATP have their own
cycle substances becomes
3. Anabolism: genetic
sources of biosynthetic
Overview information?
intermediates
4. Citric Acid Cycle 9. explain the deamination of
and Regulation amino acids, and describe the
5. Oxidative fate of the removed amino
Phosphorylation: group.
Respiratory/ 10. describe the variety of
Electron Transport catabolic paths for the non-
Chain nitrogen portions of an amino
(NADH/FADH2 – acid.
ATP) 11. list some of the uses of amino
6. Degradation of acids as biosynthetic
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Amino Acids precursors.

7. Urea Cycle 12. describe the biochemical
8. Citric acid cycle as process that reduces
source of elemental nitrogen to
biosynthetic ammonia.
intermediates

14 CO10. Discuss Carbohydrate Metabolism

the catabolic
and anabolic 1. Glycolysis ( Glucose → 1. describe the three stages of Explain why
processes on Pyruvate) glucose catabolism. Computer- Independent glucose delivery is
carbohydrate 2. explain how the energy assisted learning through essential to health:
metabolism. 2.Fermentation released when glucose is lecture web- animated The Impact of
3. Pentose Phosphate oxidized through the TCA version of Diabetes.
Pathway cycle is chemically “stored.” carbohydrate
4. Gluconeogenesis 3. explain the major metabolism Medical
5. Glycogen synthesis and mechanisms by which the Perspective:
degradation three stages of glucose Pentose phosphate
6. Aerobic respiration: Citric metabolism are regulated. pathway and
acid Cycle and 4. explain what glycogen is, and hemolytic anemia.
Bioenergetics describe how it is synthesized Explain the
and degraded. relationship.
5. Compute the number of ATPs
generated on complete Identify one
oxidation of glucose. Glycogen storage
diseases and
explain the
pathway affected.

Quiz. Compute the

no. of ATPs derived
from eating 100 g
of rice (as glucose)
CO11..
Demonstrate an B. Lipid Metabolism
understanding of
lipid metabolism 1. Lipid metabolism in Computer- Independent
by explaining Animals: Digestion, assisted learning through
1.Discuss the digestion, absorption Medical
how lipid absorption and lecture web- animated Perspective:
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biomolecules Film Viewing

are synthesized Storage and storage of dietary lipids. of version of Carnitine: A fat
and degraded 2. Fatty Acid “Lorenzo’s carbohydrate mover. Explain the
Degradation and Oil” : A metabolism mechanism of
2. explain how lipids are degraded to
bioenergetics. case study action of carnitine
acetyl-CoA in vivo.
(Lipids → Acetyl- on Lipid in losing weight?
Recitation
CoA) metabolic (5 pts)
3.describe how and why ketone disorder.
3. Ketone Bodies— bodies are produced. Independent
The Fate of Quiz. Compute the
learning through
Unused Acetyl-CoA amount of ATP
4.explain how fatty acid chains are web- animated
4. Fatty Acid produced from
synthesized in vivo. version of lipid
Biosynthesis complete oxidation
metabolism
5. Cholesterol of 5 g of tripalmitin.
6. Integration of the 5.explain how cholesterol metabolism
metabolic pathways is regulated.

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10. Course Evaluation

Student performance will be rated based on the following:

Course Lecture (100%)
Outcome Assessment Task Weight (%)
CO1 Survey on the awareness and attainment of the VMGO of the Institution 1
and the College

Reaction Paper 1
CO2 Stem cell research: Submit a critique paper on stem cell research in 2
medicine.

Short quiz on the functions of the cells’ organelles 3

CO3 Quiz on writing the structures of disaccharides and polysaccharides 2

Submit a written report about sugar and the brain. Explain the
mechanisms involved and relate to behavior and thinking. 2

Product development: fat replacers from starch 1

FIRST TERM EXAM 15
CO4 Quiz on Structure writing of a fat or oil and a phospholipid. 2

Biochemical connection:
1. Prostaglandin and leukotrienes. Why should we eat more salmon? 3
2. Identify life saving lipids and explain how they perform their functions.
3. Steroids and the treatment of heart disease.
4. Explain the liposome delivery system.
Submit you explanation to this and cite references.
CO5 Drawing a polypeptide chain given the amino acids (20 pts) 2
Biochemical connection: Term paper on immunoglobulins: Proteins that
defend the body. Explain the mechanism and cite references. 3
CO6 Quiz. Identify the class of enzymes catalyzing a given reaction. 2
Assignment on the role of enzymes as markers for diseases.
Oral report on the role of enzymes in medicine. 3

2
SECOND TERM EXAM 15
CO7. Quiz on protein synthesis and structure writing 2
Medical Perspective: Submit a report on
1. Molecular genetics and detection of genetic disorders in 4
human/animals.
2. Epigenomics: Consequences of defects in DNA
CO8 Biochemical connection: Vitamin A. Explain the chemistry of vision 2
CO9 Identify at least five biological effects of disorders of the citric acid cycle. 3
Medical Perspective: What are the health implications of a deficiency of
the enzyme, pyruvate decarboxylase?
2
CO10 Explain why glucose delivery is essential to health: The Impact of 2
Diabetes.
Medical Perspective: Pentose phosphate pathway and hemolytic anemia.
Explain the relationship. 2
Identify one Glycogen storage diseases and explain the pathway affected.
Quiz. Compute the no. of ATPs derived from eating 100 g of rice (as
glucose)

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CO11 Medical Perspective: Carnitine: A fat mover. Explain the mechanism of 3

action of carnitine in losing weight? (5 pts)
Quiz. Compute the amount of ATP produced from complete oxidation of 5
g of tripalmitin. 2
Final Examination 15

100
MINIMUM AVERAGE FOR SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE = 40

The final grades will correspond to the weighted average scores shown below:

Range Grade
93.34-100.00 1.00
86.68-93.33 1.25
80.01-86.67 1.50
73.34-80.00 1.75
66.68-73.33 2.00
60.01-66.67 2.25
53.34-60.00 2.50
46.68- 53.35 2.75
40.00-46.67 3.00
38.50-39.99 4.00
Below 40 5.00

12. References:

1. Lippincott Illustrated Review: Biochemistry, 7th ed. DR Ferrier, Wolster Kluwer, 2017.
2. General, Organic and Biochemistry, 9th edition, KJ Denniston, JJ Topping, DR Quirk Dorr,
and RL Caret, McGraw Hill Education, 2017.
3. The Manga Guide to Biochemistry, M Takemura, Kikuyaro, Office Sawa, No Starch Press,
Inc. and Ohmsha, Inc. 2011.
4. Biochemistry, 8th edition, MK Campbell and SO Farrell, Cengage Learning, 2010.
5. Biochemistry, 3rd ed., Garrett and Grisham, Brooks/Cole, 2005
6. Fundamentals of Biochemistry Life at the Molecular Level, 2nd ed. Voet, Voet and Pratt, John
Wiley and Sons, Inc. 2006
7. Biochemistry The Molecular Basis of Life, 4th ed., McKee and McKee, Oxford University
Press, 2008
8. Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry,8th ed. Hein, Best, Pattison, and Arena,
John Wiley and Sons, Inc. 2005
9. Essentials of General, Organic and Biological Chemistry, 4th ed., McMurry and Castellion,
Pearson-Prentice Hall, 2006
10. Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 5th ed., Nelson and Cox, W.H. Freeman and Co. New
York, 2008
11. International Journal of Biochemistry
12. Food Biochemistry ,RotinniAluko, ed.
13. Other Journals and Special Readings by the Professor

13. Course Materials Made Available

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a. Course Syllabus
b. Lecture Notes and Powerpoint (Presentations
c. e-books
d. Journal Articles

E. Others

1. Life-Long Learning Opportunities

(Note: learning activities for the students for them to continuously apply the subject even if they already
graduated). Students will be encouraged to learn on their own and further enhance their knowledge on
biochemistry and its application in Psychology.

2. Course Policies

a. University rules on attendance specially on cheating will be strictly implemented.

b. Each student is expected to come on time in the class.
c. Using cellular phones is not allowed during class hours.
d. Late laboratory reports, problem sets, and assignments are not accepted.
e. Observe proper conduct in the laboratory.
f. The rules on writing laboratory reports and presenting oral reports discussed in the class must
be followed.
3. Ethics
Ethics and research standards are a prime concern of BS Pschology program. CLSU adheres to
ethical standards and practice of honesty in research. The Colleges of Arts and Sciences and
Veterinary Science and Medicine ensure the integration of concepts and practices on the ethical
and responsible conduct of research.

4. Academic Integrity

This includes values such as avoidance of cheating or plagiarism; maintenance of academic

standards; honesty and rigor in research and academic publishing.

F. Revision History

Revision Date of Revision Date of Implementation Highlights of revision

Number
0 August 21, 2019 1st Semester 2019-2020 OBTL format

G. Preparation, Review and Approval

Name of Faculty Signature Date Signed

Prepared by: ROSALIE R. RAFAEL
Lecturer
REDEL L. GUTIERREZ
Member
Reviewed by:
JOEL R. SALAZAR
Syllabus Review
Member
Committee (SRC)
DANILA S. PARAGAS
Chairman, SRC
Approved by: JOEL R. SALAZAR
Department of Chemistry

EVARISTO A. ABELLA
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

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