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Apr 26, 2024
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2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Biochemistry - Major
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This Bachelor of Science program in Biochemistry is designed for students interested
in a strong chemistry
background but with specific emphasis to biological systems at the
molecular level. The goal of this program is to prepare students for a
career in medicine, dentistry and other health professions; graduate
studies in biochemistry and other medical science areas; or immediate
employment in industrial laboratories requiring expertise in
biotechnology techniques.
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Chemistry Core
All students majoring in a program of the Department of Chemistry take the following
courses:
Required Courses for Biochemistry Majors
In addition to the 56 credit core listed above, all Biochemistry majors are required
to take the following courses.
Elective Courses for Biochemistry Majors seeking American Chemical Society approval
Students may elect to take CHM 445 and CHM 446L along with one additional course
and laboratory in order to obtain
American Chemical Society approval. Students with significant
summer research experience may use this to satisfy some upper division
requirements subject to department chair approval.
Environmental Chemistry Requirement
Students seeking American Chemical Society approval take:
Elective Courses
Students select one course and a laboratory:
Chemistry Senior Experience
This course seeks to integrate the technical aspects of chemistry with
the ability to communicate scientific information effectively. To
achieve this goal, students are assigned a topic of current scientific
interest that combines chemistry with other disciplines in order to
answer some fundamental question. Students demonstrate their ability to
independently research and communicate their findings in a professional
manner to an audience of their peers and faculty.
Sample Program for Biochemistry Major
Sophomore Year
As well as: Junior Year
- Perspectives I Credits: 12
- Perspectives II Credits: 3
As well as: Senior Year
- Perspectives II Credits: 3
- Elective Credits: 3
- Liberal Arts Elective Credits: 9
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