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Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Course Descriptions

CHE-125General Chemistry ICredits: 5
A study of the fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry and their relations to representative elements and their compounds. The laboratory includes some inorganic qualitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHE-110 with grade of "C" or better; Math SAT 440 or above, SAT I 480 or above, ACT 21 or above, AND high school chemistry (1 year). Co-requisite: CHE-125L.
CHE-126General Chemistry IICredits: 5
A study of the fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry and their relations to representative elements and their compounds. The laboratory includes some inorganic qualitative analysis. Prerequisite: CHE-125. Co-requisite: CHE-126L.
CHE-235Organic Chemistry ICredits: 4
A study of all the major classes of carbon compounds. First-semester emphasis is on structure and nomenclature with an introduction to elementary reactions and reaction mechanisms. Second-semester emphasis is on reactions, synthesis, and analysis. Prerequisites: CHE-125 and CHE-126. Co-requisite: CHE-235L.
CHE-330Inorganic ChemistryCredits: 3
A more advanced course which explores the properties of the transition elements. Topics will include the Schrodinger wave equation, states of atoms, crystal field/molecular orbital theory, coordination chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE-236.
CHE-350Analytical ChemistryCredits: 4
An introduction to the theory and methods of chemical separations and quantitative determinations. An emphasis is placed on understanding chemical equilibria of all forms. The laboratory includes gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental techniques. Prerequisites: CHE-125 and CHE-126. Co-requisite: CHE-350L.
CHE-430Biological Chemistry ICredits: 3
A study of the chemistry of life processes. Topics will include proteins, enzymes, and major metabolic pathways. Designed for chemistry and biology majors who intend to do graduate work related to this area. Prerequisite: CHE-236 or permission of instructor.
CHE-432Biological Chemistry IICredits: 4
A continuation course which builds on the fundamental concepts from Biological Chemistry I. Topics will include biosynthesis of nucleotides and DNA with emphasis on protein synthesis and gene regulation. Prerequisite: CHE-430. Co-requisite CHE-432L.
CHE-440Physical Chemistry ICredits: 3
An introduction to thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and the properties of gases and solutions. Prerequisites: PHY-222, MAT-254, and CHE-126.
CHE-490Chemistry Senior SeminarCredits: 1
This course is intended to help science majors to synthesize, integrate, and apply their scientific understanding. The course will focus on advanced topics and on the ethical and social implications of science. Some emphasis will be given to research and to written and oral communication skills as used in the sciences. The Major Field Achievement Test in chemistry may be administered as a part of this course. The course is required of all majors. Prerequisite: Senior standing, science major, and completion of at least one course in the major at or above the 300 level.
BIO-495Research in BiologyCredits: 1- 3
This laboratory-based course is designed for biology majors who plan on graduate-level work in biology or other related medical sciences. Each student will participate in a faculty-led research project in his/her area of interest. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
CHE-495Research in ChemistryCredits: 1- 3
Students will engage in original research under the direction of a faculty member. This course may be repeated. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
MAT-112General StatisticsCredits: 3
An introduction to elementary concepts in descriptive statistics and inferential statistics using applications from various disciplines and supplementing with statistical software. Topics include data collection and summarization, random variables and probability distributions, linear correlation and regression, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: Math SAT above 460 (Math ACT above 18) or a grade of "C" or above in MAT-104.
BIO-351Cellular BiologyCredits: 3
An in-depth study of the anatomy and function of animal and plant cells. The elegance and complexity of God's design for this smallest living unit will be revealed through lectures, in-class activities, and various assignments. Prerequisites: BIO-125, CHE-125 and CHE-126.
BIO-432Molecular BiologyCredits: 4
Significantly emphasizing laboratory techniques, this course is designed to follow either CHE-432 or BIO-351. Biomedical research topics that will be discussed and accompanied by hands-on laboratory experiments include recombinant DNA technology/genetic engineering, cloning, and basic bioinformatics.
MAT-253Calculus ICredits: 4
An introduction to differential and integral calculus of a single variable using polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric elementary functions. A study of the concepts of limit, continuity, derivative, and integral using interdisciplinary applications and computer software. Prerequisite: MAT-120 or equivalent or permission of the Division.
MAT-254Calculus IICredits: 4
Differential and integral calculus with applications in area, volume, and surfaces. Additional topics of study include techniques of integration, parametric equations and polar coordinates, and infinite series representation of functions. Prerequisite: MAT-253 or equivalent.
PHY-221University Physics ICredits: 4
Calculus-based introductory physics covering kinematics, dynamics, statics, introductory rational motion, waves, harmonic motion, and basic heat and thermodynamics. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MAT-253 or equivalent. Co-requisite: PHY-221L.
PHY-222University Physics IICredits: 5
Calculus-based introductory physics covering electricity, magnetism, optics, and topics in modern physics. PHY-221 or equivalent. Co-requisite: PHY-222L.