Biochemistry
Office: 204 Houghton Hall
(716) 673-3287
Matthew A. Fountain, Coordinator
Email: biochemistry.program@fredonia.edu
Website: http://www.fredonia.edu/biochemistry/
Biochemistry is at the core of modern science, enabling fundamental advances in medicine, agriculture, industry and basic science. Indeed, biochemists conduct some of the most exciting research in science, and careers in biochemistry rank among the highest on almost every published list of “Best Careers.” Fredonia’s Bachelor of Science degree program in Biochemistry is administered jointly by the Department of Biology and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. With its emphasis on mastery of technical and analytical skills in biochemistry, Fredonia’s program is designed to prepare students for graduate school, medical school, or careers in biochemical research. It also provides a broad foundation in the liberal arts, enhancing graduates’ abilities to meet challenges in a shifting social climate. Fredonia’s program offers a unique flexibility in that students can choose between two tracks: one with a chemical emphasis for studying molecular structure and function, and one which enables students to apply a biochemical perspective to physiological problems. Course requirements of the degree program are listed below. Although not required, participation in undergraduate research in either biology or chemistry is encouraged.
Students who choose to double major in Biology and Biochemistry or Chemistry and Biochemistry must take the chemical track and biological track respectively. In addition, upper level electives cannot be counted for both majors. Students must earn a C- or higher in all Chemistry and Biology courses.
For course descriptions, students should see the listings under the appropriate departments; Biology and Chemistry.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry (78-83 credit hours)
Core Program (49 credit hours)
BIOL 131- |
Principles of Biology I & Lab |
BIOL 133- BIOL 134 |
Principles of Biology II & Lab |
CHEM 115/ CHEM 125 |
General Chemistry Lecture I & General Chemistry I Lab |
CHEM 116/ CHEM 126 |
General Chemistry Lecture II & General Chemistry II Lab |
BIOL 237- BIOL 238 |
Genetics & Lab |
CHEM 215/ CHEM 225 |
Organic Chemistry Lecture I & Organic Chemistry I Lab |
CHEM 216/ CHEM 226 or CHEM 230 |
Organic Chemistry Lecture II & Organic Chemistry Lab II or Honors Organic Lab |
BIOL 333- BIOL 334 |
Biochemistry & Lab |
CHEM 317/ CHEM 327 |
Analytical Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis & Analytical Chemistry I Lab |
BIOL 397/ CHEM 397 |
Biochemistry Seminar I |
BIOL 436 |
Molecular Biology |
CHEM 465/ BIOL 465 |
Advanced Experimental Biochemistry |
CHEM 475/ BIOL 475 |
Advanced Biochemistry |
CHEM 497/ BIOL 497 |
Biochemistry Seminar II (Capstone experience) |
Track I - Chemical Emphasis (32 credit hours)
MATH 122- MATH 123 |
University Calculus I & II |
PHYS 230/ PHYS 232 |
University Physics I & Lab |
PHYS 231/ PHYS 233 |
University Physics II & Lab |
CHEM 315/ CHEM 325 |
Introduction to Physical Chemistry & Lab |
CHEM 316/ CHEM 326 |
Advanced Physical Chemistry & Lab |
6 credits of approved upper-level electives in Biology or Chemistry
Track II - Biological Emphasis (29-34 credit hours)
MATH 122- MATH 123 |
University Calculus I & II |
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PHYS 121/ PHYS 123 |
College Physics I & Lab |
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PHYS 122/ PHYS 124 |
College Physics II & Lab |
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PHYS 230/ PHYS 232 |
University Physics I & Lab |
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PHYS 231/ PHYS 233 |
University Physics II & Lab |
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BIOL 336- BIOL 337 |
Mammalian Physiology & Lab |
CHEM 315 |
Physical Chemistry I |
9 credits of approved upper-level electives in Biology or Chemistry. Three credit hours must be Chemistry electives.
Approved Chemistry Electives
CHEM 318/ CHEM 328 |
Analytical Chemistry II, Instrumental Analysis & Lab |
CHEM 395 |
Introduction to Research |
CHEM 391/ CHEM 491 |
Independent Lab Research |
CHEM 407 |
Organometallics |
CHEM 412 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry |
CHEM 417 |
Polymer Chemistry |
CHEM 462 |
Inorganic Chemistry |
CHEM 473 |
Environmental Aquatic Chemistry |
CHEM 481 |
Special Topics in Chemistry* |
*must be approved by coordinator
Approved Biology Electives
BIOL 336 |
Mammalian Physiology |
BIOL 338 |
Microbiology |
BIOL 419 |
Genes and Genomes |
BIOL 435 |
Developmental Biology |
BIOL 440 |
Undergraduate Research |
BIOL 443 |
Plant Physiology |
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BIOL 450-451 |
Modern Concepts in Biology (special topics courses): |
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Molecular Basis for Disease |
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Biomembranes |
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Eukaryotic Gene Expression |
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Hormone Mechanisms |
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Microbial Genetics |
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Radiation Biology |
Note: No more than 3 credit hours of BIOL 440 or CHEM 391/CHEM 491 can be used to satisfy BIOL/CHEM electives.
