Minor Requirements
Why minor in biochemistry?
Biochemistry is an important tool for various disciplines in the biological sciences. Ecologists apply molecular methods to survey endangered species. Plant physiologists isolate and characterize photosynthetic pigments. Reproductive endocrinologists use high performance liquid chromatography to separate and quantify peptide hormones from serum samples. Microbiology examines microbial metabolism; animal scientists study the biochemical basis of nutrition. A minor in biochemistry will provide a molecular understanding for many different biological sciences and is excellent preparation for graduate school and for professional programs in medicine, veterinary science and dentistry.
General description of a minor option.
A minor may be earned in any undergraduate discipline in the university in which permission to do so can be arranged by the student in consultation with his or her major advisor. A minor consists of 20 semester credits with a C or better in courses which the advisor in the minor discipline approves. Courses taken pass/fail may not be used toward a minor. No more than eight credits used by the student to satisfy curriculum requirements in his or her major may be used toward a minor. The student should declare an intent to earn a minor as early as possible and no later than the end of his or her junior year.
General Information
The student must have the minor approved by his or her major advisor and by the advisor of the minor discipline. The student will then present the application to the College Dean for approval. The Dean will take action and transmit the approval to the Registrar. The minor will then be allowed, provided any necessary courses being taken in the final semester are completed with grades of C or better.
Biochemistry Minor Course Requirements
13 credits |
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Courses in the Physical, Mathematical or |
7 credits |
