Chemistry (SGC100) – Foundations of Chemistry
Credit hours: 3
Course fee: $750
Chemistry I is a three-credit, eight-week introductory course to introduce the fundamental concepts of chemistry. The course will emphasize the physical and chemical principles of chemistry relating to matter and its transformations including measurement, atoms and molecules, nuclear chemistry, ions, the mole, reaction stoichiometry, gases, solutions, and acids and bases.
Biochemistry (SBC100)
Credit hours: 3
Course fee: $750
SBC100 (Biochemistry) is a three-credit, 8-week introductory biochemistry course designed to build on knowledge acquired in SGC100. In SBC100, students will learn the fundamental concepts of biochemistry as it pertains to the human body. The focus of this course is on the structure and metabolism of macromolecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. Essential biochemistry concepts including glycolysis, protein synthesis, enzymes, the citric acid cycle, the electron transport chain and ATP synthesis are thoroughly investigated.
The application of biochemistry to naturopathic principles is integrated throughout the course; providing students with a unique opportunity to learn biochemistry within the context of naturopathic medicine. Incorporation of a virtual laboratory component enhances and re-enforces course material and allows the student to experience a practical application of biochemistry while maintaining the convenience of online learning. SBC100 provides the necessary pre-requisite knowledge required for the ND program.
Prerequisites
SGC100 is a prerequisite for SBC100.
Chemistry II is a three-credit, seven-week introductory course to introduce the fundamental concepts of organic chemistry and biochemistry. The course will emphasize the application of organic chemistry and biochemistry principles to the human body and human health, including functional groups of organic chemistry, carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids and proteins, metabolic pathways and energy production.
Prerequisites
There is no prerequisite for SGC101 or 102; however, students should expect a minimum of 10 hours per week per course to complete the online modules, assessments, and tutorials.
Organic Chemistry SOC100
Credit hours: 3
Course fee: $750
Note: only required for Boucher campus students.
Organic Chemistry is a three-credit, 8-week introductory course designed to build on knowledge acquired in SGC100. In SOC100, students will learn the fundamental concepts of organic chemistry. The nomenclature and properties of organic compounds including hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, ethers, thiols, amines and amides will be studied in detail. The chemistry of these compounds and their physical properties are examined in depth.
The application of organic chemistry to naturopathic principles is integrated throughout the course; providing students with a unique opportunity to learn organic chemistry within the context of naturopathic medicine. Incorporation of a virtual laboratory component enhances and re-enforces course material and allows the student to experience a practical application of organic chemistry while maintaining the convenience of an online chemistry course. SOC100 provides the necessary prerequisite knowledge required for the ND program.
Prerequisites
General Chemistry (SGC100) or an equivalent course from a recognized university is a prerequisite for Organic Chemistry, SOC100.