The minor in biochemistry introduces students to the principles of chemistry and biochemistry. Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes of living systems and focuses on the structure, properties, and function of important biomolecules, such as proteins, DNA/RNA, and carbohydrates. Students pursuing the biochemistry minor will take courses in general chemistry, organic chemistry, quantitative analysis, and biochemistry.
| Code and Title | Hours |
| CH 101 or | General Chemistry | 4 |
| CH 117 | Honors General Chemistry |
| CH 102 or | General Chemistry | 4 |
| CH 118 | Honors General Chemistry |
| CH 223 | Quantitative Analysis | 4 |
| CH 231 | Elem Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 232 | Elem Organic Chem II | 3 |
| CH 237 | Elem Organic Chem Lab | 2 |
| CH 461 | Biochemistry I | 3 |
| Total Hours | 23 |
Courses required for the Biochemistry minor may not also be used to satisfy the requirements of the Chemistry minor or Chemistry major.
Grade Point Average
A 2.0 grade point average in the minor is required. Please see the Grades and Grade Point Average (GPA) section of this catalog for an explanation of grade point average calculations.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites for all CH courses at the 300- and 400-level must be passed with a minimum grade of C-.
Upper-level Residency
A minimum of six hours in the minor must be earned on this campus, including three hours in 300- and 400-level chemistry courses.
Additional Minor Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have met all University, College, major and minor requirements. However, each student must meet with an adviser in the major department for academic planning and to be approved for registration each semester. College advisers are also available for additional assistance with minor, College and University requirements.
