B.S. in Chemistry:: Biochemistry Track
Students
are often interested in learning about the interface between chemistry and
biology. The BS in Chemistry (biochemistry option) offers an interdisciplinary
program of study whereby students gain a molecular understanding of the
biological processes that take place in the world around us. Students pursuing
the BS in Chemistry (biochemistry option) complete a series of courses in
chemistry, biochemistry, and biology (with possible electives in biomedical
engineering), as well as other technical and free electives that compliment
their training. Graduates typically pursue careers in medicine, continue their
study at the graduate level in the biological or chemical sciences, or take
positions in industry or governmental organizations. This degree is certified
by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Typical Program of Study:
1st
Year
|
CHEM
1211K (4) |
CHEM
1212K (4) |
2nd
Year
|
CHEM
2211 (3) |
CHEM
2312 (3) |
3rd
Year
|
CHEM
3411 (3) |
CHEM
3412 (3) |
4th
Year
|
BCHM
Elective** (3) |
BCHM
Elective (3) |
TOTAL = 120 Plus 2 Hours for HPS
*Core Electives
Note that most core electives are 3 credits with the exception of HPS 1040.
HPS 1040 (2)
CS 1301, 1315, or 1371 (3)
Humanites electives (6 hours required)
Social science electives (9 hours required)
History / constitutional / legislative elective (3): HIST 2111, HIST 2112, POL
1101, INTA 1200, PUBP 3000
(Creidt not allowed for both INTA 1200 and POL 1101)
**BIOCHEMISTRY ELECTIVES
Note: At least one of the biochemistry electives chosen must contain a
laboratory component (e.g. BIOL 3380+3381, CHEM 4582, etc). Electives include:
CHEM 4521, 4582, BIOL 3450/3451, 3380/3381, 4340, 4418, 4401, 4440, 4464, 4478,
4570, 4608, 4668, 4765, CHEM 4803 (with permission of UG coordinator).
Note: BIOL 3450 or 3380 may be
taken as a lecture only course. However, if enrolled in BIOL 3451 or 3381, you
must be enrolled in the corresponding lecture course (BIOL 3450 or BIOL 3380)
in the same semester.