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2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Biochemistry - Major
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The Bachelor of Science program in biochemistry is designed for students interested in a strong chemistry background and with a specific emphasis on 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; for graduate studies in biochemistry and other medical science areas; or for 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 55 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 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. Inorganic 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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