Introduction to Biological Chemistry is a one-semester course with lecture, recitation, and laboratory components designed for non-science and science majors. This course covers the fundamental concepts of general chemistry integrated with the essential features of organic and biochemistry. Topics covered include matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, energy, molecular and intermolecular bonding, chemical reactions, the structure, properties, and behavior of simple organic molecules, polymers, food, household chemicals, and the molecular features of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids.  The relationship between molecular structure and macroscopic properties is emphasized.