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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Minor

University Park, Eberly College of Science (B M B)

PROFESSOR PHILIP W. MOHR, in charge

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology minor provides a foundation in traditional biochemistry and an exploration of the current understanding of molecular biology. The fields of biochemistry and molecular biology are extensively interconnected and are taught in the context of the biology of the cell. Stated another way, the B M B minor is a substantial treatment of life processes at the molecular and cellular levels. The minor requires coursework in general biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology. A required laboratory course exposes students to the basic techniques and instrumentation used in modern biochemistry and molecular biology laboratories. Students considering this minor should be comfortable with the study of chemistry.

A grade of C or better is required for all courses in the minor.

Scheduling Recommendation by Semester Standing given like (Sem: 1-2)

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MINOR: 18-20 credits

PRESCRIBED COURSES: (17 credits)
B M B 251(3), B M B 252(3), B M B 442(3) (Sem: 3-4)
B M B 400(2-3), B M B 401(2), B M B 402(3) (Sem: 5-6)

SUPPORTING COURSES AND RELATED AREAS: (1-3 credits)
Select 1-3 credits of B M B courses at the 400-level (Sem: 7-8)

Last Revised by the Department: Fall Semester 2001

Review Date: 8/11/03

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