Biochemistry, B.S.

HEGIS Number: 0414

Curriculum Code: U0387

Requirements for a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Biochemistry

Liberal Education Curriculum

Refer to the Liberal Education Curriculum Bulletin for specific requirements.

Core Requirements: 72 Credits

CP 2120 - Principles of Chemistry I Credits: 3
CP 2121 - Principles of Chemistry Lab I Credits: 1
CP 2130 - Principles of Chemistry II Credits: 3
CP 2131 - Principles of Chemistry Lab II Credits: 1
CP 3300 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 3
CP 3302 - Organic Chemistry Lab I Credits: 2
CP 3310 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 3
CP 3312 - Organic Chemistry Lab II Credits: 2
CP 3400 - Analytical Chemistry Credits: 5
CP 4700 - Physical Chemistry I Credits: 3
OR
CP 4710 - Physical Chemistry II Credits: 3
CP 5920 - Seminar I Credits: 1
CP 5921 - Seminar II Credits: 1
CP 4510 - Biochemistry I Credits: 3
CP 4515 - Biochemistry II Credits: 3
CP 4520 - Biochemistry Lab Credits: 2
BS 2400 - Basic Biology I Credits: 3
BS 2410 - Basic Biology II Credits: 3
BS 4400 - Cell Biology Credits: 4
BS 4460 - Genetics Credits: 4
BS 4560 - Molecular Biology Credits: 4
CP 2220 - Structure of Physics I Credits: 3
OR
CP 2240 - General Physics I Credits: 3
CP 2221 - Structure of Physics I Laboratory Credits: 1
OR
CP 2241 - General Physics I Laboratory Credits: 1
CP 2230 - Structure of Physics II Credits: 3
OR
CP 2250 - General Physics II Credits: 3
CP 2231 - Structure of Physics II Laboratory Credits: 1
OR
CP 2251 - General Physics II Laboratory Credits: 1
MA 2310 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry I Credits: 4
MA 2320 - Calculus & Analytic Geometry II Credits: 4

Electives: 4-9 Credits

(at least 2 of the following)

BS 3400 - Vertebrate Physiology Credits: 4
BS 3450 - Plant Biology Credits: 4
BS 4420 - Microbiology Credits: 4
BS 4461 - Immunology Credits: 4
BS 4500 - Cell and Molecular Neurobiology Credits: 4
BS 4550 - Cancer Cell Biology Credits: 4
BS 6750 - Biological Pharmacology Credits: 3
CP 3230 - Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences Credits: 3
CP 3450 - Inorganic Chemistry Credits: 3
CP 4320 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Credits: 3
CP 4700 - Physical Chemistry I Credits: 3
CP 4710 - Physical Chemistry II Credits: 3
CP 4720 - Physical Chemistry Lab Credits: 2
CP 4800 - Advanced Chemical Methods Credits: 5
CP 5500 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry Credits: 3
CP 5900 - Research Credits: 2‑4
CP 9900 - Independent Study in Chem./Phys Credits: 2-4

General Electives

In consultation with Academic Advisor

Total Credits Required: 120

Requirements for a B.S. Degree in Biochemistry with American Chemical Society Certification

To be eligible for ACS Certification, students must complete all requirements for the B.S. Degree in Biochemistry with the added requirements of completion of Inorganic Chemistry (CP 3450 ) Physical Chemistry II (CP 4710 ) and Advanced Chemical Methods (CP 4800 ). Research (CP 5900 ) may not substitute for any requirements for purposes of ACS certification.

Middle Childhood and Adolescence Education Option

Middle Childhood and Adolescence Education degrees are available for students planning a career teaching chemistry. By completing all requirements listed under School of Education in this catalog, students majoring in Chemistry satisfy all requirements for New York State initial certification in either Middle Childhood Education (grades 5-9) or Adolescence Education (grades 7-12). Students must secure an advisor in both School of Education and Chemistry. (Refer to “Advisement” section under School of Education.)