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Feb 19, 2025
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2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog
Biochemistry Major
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Gretchen M. Adams |
Assistant Professor of Chemistry |
Christopher Kadrich |
Chemistry Lab Coordinator/Chemical Safety Officer |
Tanya Katzman |
Assistant Professor of Chemistry |
Kevin McMahon |
Chair, Department of Computational and Physical Sciences; Associate Professor of Chemistry |
Joseph J. Piatt |
Chair, Department of Life Sciences; Professor of Chemistry and Environmental Science |
Michael D. Schuder |
Professor of Chemistry |
Erin L. Taylor |
Assistant Professor of Biochemistry |
Gail M. Vojta |
Associate Professor of Chemistry |
The Biochemistry Program is approved by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society. This approval means that the program has the faculty, curriculum and instrumentation necessary to provide a quality education for undergraduate students.
Learning Outcomes for Biochemistry
Upon successful completion of the biochemistry major, students will:
- Understand the basic definitions, concepts and relationships of chemistry.
- Develop experience in evaluation of chemical literature.
- Understand the theoretical basis of fundamental laboratory analyses.
- Perform quantitative and qualitative scientific analyses.
- Use computers for chemical applications including technical writing, collecting and processing experiments, and database searching.
- Prepare effective written scientific reports and/or oral presentations for professional audiences.
- Learn to anticipate, recognize, and respond properly to hazards of chemical use, transport, storage, and disposal.
- Work cooperatively in problem solving situations.
- Be aware of multiple career pathways available.
- Prepare an effective resume and cover letter.
- Understand the benefits and problems of modern chemistry for society.
Recognizing the individuality of students and that chemistry can be a strong preparation for a variety of careers, the program offers two majors, chemistry and biochemistry, each with multiple emphases. Each of these majors offers courses in the basic areas of inorganic, organic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry, and can be supplemented by special opportunities such as industrial internships and independent research. Modern scientific instrumentation is available and incorporated into all courses of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to consult with chemistry and biochemistry faculty about the various emphases and opportunities associated with each. Students must complete core courses, required support courses and the requirements for the emphasis.
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Core Courses (34 credits)
Required Support Courses (12 credits)
Choose one of the three emphases below:
Students must complete all core requirements and one of the emphases below. Bachelor of Science Requirements
Note:
Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major |
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