Biomolecular science explores the interface between the traditional disciplines of biology and chemistry. Students who meet the requirements of the concentration have the opportunity to have their degree accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Overview of the Concentration
The concentration in biomolecular science will appeal to any student who is seeking an understanding of the core sciences of biology and chemistry but wishes to pursue an integrated selection of upper-level courses or to apply the study of biology and chemistry to a different major. The quarter-credit course, BMOLS 201 Explorations in Biomolecular Science (0.25), introduces concentrators and other interested students to the breadth of this scientific area. An experiential learning component takes biomolecular science out of the traditional classroom and enables students to explore its applications in the laboratory.
Requirements for the Concentration
Course List | Code | Title | Credits |
| BIO 150 | Evolutionary Foundations of Biodiversity | 1.00 |
| BIO 227 | Cell Biology 1 | 1.00 |
| BIO 233 | Intermediate Genetics | 1.00 |
| BMOLS 201 | Explorations in Biomolecular Science (0.25) | 0.25 |
| CHEM 125 | Structural Chemistry and Equilibrium 1, 2 | 1.00 |
| CHEM 126 | Energies and Rates of Chemical Reactions 1 | 1.00 |
CHEM 247
& CHEM 253 | Organic Chemistry I
and Synthesis Laboratory I (0.25) | 1.25 |
CHEM 248
& CHEM 254 | Organic Chemistry II
and Synthesis Laboratory II (0.25) | 1.25 |
CHEM 379
& CHEM 373 | Biochemistry I
and Experimental Biochemistry Lab (0.25) | 1.25 |
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| 2.00 |
| Principles of Bioinformatics | |
| Evolutionary Genetics | |
| Surviving/Thriving in Extreme Environments: Biochemistry of Adaptation | |
| Molecular Biology | |
| Developmental Biology | |
| Immunology | |
| Evolutionary Biology | |
| Selected Topics (when appropriate, by petition) | |
| Medicinal Chemistry | |
| Bioanalytical Chemistry | |
| Biochemistry II | |
| Selected Topics in Chemistry (when taught as Biophysical Chemistry) | |
Students are encouraged to consult with their advisor and the program director about the appropriate physics and mathematical sequences for their interests as well as appropriate complementary courses.
Experiential Learning Component
Participation in an experimentally based research experience or employment that takes biomolecular sciences beyond the traditional classroom is required of each concentrator. This can occur either on- or off-campus. This activity must be approved by the Biomolecular Science Director and presented to the biomolecular science community.
