The following courses are required for the BS Biochemistry degree.
This degree is approved by the American Chemical Society Committtee for
Professional Training. Physics and Calculus, including Differential
Equations, are also required for certification by the ACS.
For a sample schedule, click here.
Course Lec Hr Lab Hr Credit
Chem 121 or 131. General Chemistry I 3 3 4
Chem 122 or 132. General Chemistry II 3 3 4
Chem 190. Introduction to Research 0 2 1
Chem 221. Organic Chemistry I 3 3 4
Chem 222. Organic Chemistry II 3 3 4
Chem 230. Quantitative Analysis 3 4 4
Chem 315. Biochemistry I 4 0 4
Chem 316. Biochemistry II 3 0 3
Chem 317. Biochemistry Lab 0 3 1
Chem 321. Physical Chemistry I 4 3 5
Chem 322. Physical Chemistry II 4 3 5
Chem 421. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 0 3
Chem or Bio 495. Special Problems (research) 0 6 2
Bio 171. Unity of Life 3 3 4
Bio 270. Genetics 3 3 4
Bio 450 or Bio 460 3 3 4
Total 56