Chemistry & Physics

Biochemistry Program

Biochemistry Major

The biochemistry major is intended to prepare students for advanced study in areas such as biochemistry, biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, and the health sciences including medical school. It is also excellent preparation for students interested in careers in the area of cell and molecular biology and medical research.

A biochemistry major consists of a series of required courses in chemistry and biology plus at least six hours of biology and chemistry electives. Students planning to pursue advanced study are strongly encouraged to participate in research projects and to consider additional electives in their area of interest. Supporting courses in mathematics and physics are also required.

Required: (Hours)

  • Chem 101/102 Bonds & Structure I/II (8)
  • Chem 201/202 Organic Chemistry I/II (8)
  • Chem 301 Physical Chemistry I (3)
  • Chem 330 Biochemistry (3)
  • Chem 330L Cellular Biochem Lab (same as Biol 334L) (1)
  • Biol 111 Principles of Biology II (4)
  • Biol 334 Cell Biology (3)
  • Biol 360 Molecular Genetics (4)
  • Biol/Chem 370 Biochemistry Seminar (1.5)
  • Biol/Chem 398 Independent Research (1)

36.5

5-8 hours of electives selected from:

  • Biol 225 Human Physiology OR Biol 251 Microbiology
  • Biol 285 Developmental Biology
  • Chem 205 Quantitative Analysis
  • Chem 307 Instrumental Analysis
  • Biol/Chem 398 Independent Research
  • Biol 340 Immunology
  • Biol/Chem 290/390 Special Topics (must be department approved) 5-8

Biology/Chemistry Total 41.5-44.5

Required Supporting Courses: (Hours)

  • Phys 151/152 Principles of Physics I/II OR Phys 191/192 General Physics I/II (8)
  • Math 151 Calculus I *(4)
  • Math 135 Elementary Statistics (3)

15

*Students planning on attending graduate school should plan to take BOTH Math 151 and Math 152.

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Last Updated: 4/17/10