Advanced Biochemistry Option
This option is offered within the following major(s):
Advanced Biochemistry is a Track-One option in the BS chemistry degree approved by the American Chemical Society. It is designed for students continuing their chemistry education in graduate or professional schools or seeking careers directly in the chemistry workforce. Knowledge and skills are developed in organic, analytical, physical, inorganic chemistry, and biochemistry. Six advanced laboratory courses are required, and students have a choice of electives that support their career goals with an opportunity to explore minors in other areas. Undergraduate research is strongly encouraged.
Option Code: 519
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BB 345 | PYTHON FOR MOLECULAR BIOLOGISTS | 3 |
| BB 490 | BIOCHEMISTRY 1: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION | 3 |
| BB 491 | BIOCHEMISTRY 2: METABOLISM | 3 |
| BB 492 | BIOCHEMISTRY 3: GENETIC BIOCHEMISTRY | 3 |
| BB 493 | BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY MOLECULAR TECHNIQUES 1 | 3 |
| BB 494 | BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY MOLECULAR TECHNIQUES 2 | 3 |
| CH 411 | INORGANIC CHEMISTRY | 3 |
| or CH 412 | INORGANIC CHEMISTRY | |
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II | ||
| ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II | ||
| ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II | ||
| ^EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II | ||
| Career-supportive electives (CSE) 1 | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 33 | |
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Writing Intensive Course (WIC)
- 1
Courses approved by the advisor by the end of the winter quarter of the junior year
Option Code: 519