Biochemistry Track
The Biochemistry Track in the Chemistry Major provides students with a broad background in chemistry with an emphasis on biochemistry. It is the track of choice for students who are interested in living systems at the molecular level. This track provides excellent preparation for students who intend to pursue graduate study in biochemistry or professional studies in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy and other health sciences.
Biochemistry Track Required Courses
The following courses are required for a B.S. degree in chemistry:
| CHEM 111-112 | General Chemistry I and II |
| CHEM 211 | Analytical Chemistry |
| CHEM 251-252 | Organic Chemistry I and II |
| CHEM 251L-252L | Organic Chemistry Laboratory I and II |
| CHEM 301-302 | Biochemistry I and II |
| CHEM 301L | Biochemistry I Laboratory |
| CHEM 331 | Physical Chemistry I |
| CHEM 356 | Introduction to Senior Seminar |
| CHEM 357 | Senior Seminar |
| BIOL 111-112 | General Biology I and II |
| BIOL 305 | Cell Biology |
| PHYS 201-202 or 211-212 | General or University Physics I and II |
| MATH 201-202 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I and II |
One course from among the following is required:
| CHEM 305 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry |
| CHEM 311 | Instrumental Methods of Analysis |
| CHEM 332 | Physical Chemistry II |
| BIOL 300 | Genetics |
Biochemistry Track Typical Course of Study
| Biochemistry Track Typical Course of Study | |||
| Freshman | S.H. | Junior/Senior | S.H. |
| CHEM 111 (General Chemistry I) | 5 | CHEM 331 (Physical Chemistry I) | 4 |
| MATH 201 (Calculus with Analytic Geometry I) | 4 | Core (Social Science) | 3 |
| BIOL 111 (General Biology I) | 5 | Core (Religious Studies) | 3 |
| ENGL 101 (Critical Thinking & Writing) | 3 | Core (History) | 3 |
| ACSU 100 (SXU Seminar) | 1 | Elective | 3 |
| Total: | 18 | Total: | 16 |
| CHEM 305 (Advanced Inorganic Chemistry) OR | |||
| CHEM 112 (General Chemistry II) | 5 | CHEM 311 (Instrumental) OR | |
| MATH 202 (Calculus with Analytic Geometry II) | 4 | CHEM 332 (Physical II) OR | |
| ENGL 102 (Research & Writing) | 3 | BIOL 300 (Genetics) | |
| BIOL 112 (General Biology II) | 5 | PHIL 150 (The Examined Life) | 3 |
| Total: | 17 | Core (Social Science) | 3 |
| Core (Religious Studies) | 3 | ||
| Total: | 12-13 | ||
| Sophomore | Junior/Senior | ||
| CHEM 251 (Organic Chemistry I) | 3 | CHEM 301 (Biochemistry I) | 3 |
| CHEML 251 (Organic Chemistry I Lab) | 2 | CHEML 301 (Biochemistry I Lab) | 1 |
| CHEM 211 (Analytical Chemistry) | 5 | CHEM 356 (Intro to Senior Seminar) | 0 |
| PHYS 201 (General Physics I) OR | 4 | CHEM 351 (Intro to Research I)* | 1-3 |
| PHYS 211 (University Physics I) | 5 | Core (Literature/Fine Arts) | 3 |
| Total: | 14-15 | Core (Social Science) | 3 |
| Core (History) | 3 | ||
| CHEM 252 (Organic Chemistry II) | 3 | Total: | 14-16 |
| CHEML 252 (Organic Chemistry II Lab) | 2 | CHEM 302 (Biochemistry II) | 3 |
| PHYS 202 (General Physics II) OR | 4 | CHEM 352 (Intro to Research II)* | 1-3 |
| PHYS 212 (University Physics II) | 5 | CHEM 357 (Senior Seminar) | 1 |
| COMM 101 (Speech Fundamentals) | 3 | BIOL 305 (Cell Biology) | 4 |
| Core (Literature/Fine Arts) | 3 | Core (Philosophy) | 3 |
| Total: | 15-16 | Total: | 13-15 |
| Refer to the Academic Catalog for course descriptions, prerequisites, and a detailed listing of program and University requirements. | |||
| * Courses are highly recommended but not required for the Biochemistry Track | |||