Catalogue 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Biochemistry Program
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Director: Jennifer Kennell;
The interdepartmental program in biochemistry provides in-depth studies in biochemistry and molecular biology built upon a solid foundation in biology and chemistry. Experimental approaches to problems are emphasized throughout the program, with course laboratories, with the Senior Laboratory in Macromolecular Function (BIOC 377 ), and with ample opportunities for students to engage in independent research.
Major Advisers: Chemistry: Zachary Donhauser, Eric Eberhardtb, Teresa Garrett, Sarjit Kaur, Krystle McLaughlinb, Miriam Rossi, Christopher Smartab, Joseph Tanski;
Biology: Colin Aitkena, David Esteban, Jennifer Kennell, Nancy Jo Pokrywka, Jodi Schwarz, J. William Straus, Kathleen Susman.
a On leave 2019/20, first semester
b On leave 2019/20, second semester
ab On leave 2019/20
Major
Biochemistry
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BIOC 290 - Community-Engaged Learning
0.5 to 1 unit(s)
Course Format: INT -
BIOC 298 - Independent Research Semester Offered: Fall or Spring
0.5, 1 to unit(s)
The intensive experience can include an individual project, multiple students working on different aspect of the same project, group work on a single laboratory project, or an individual library project. The Department.
Course Format: INT -
BIOC 300 - Senior Thesis Semester Offered: Spring
1 unit(s)
The senior thesis involves the design and execution of a substantial independent original research project under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Students are expected to complete research work throughout their senior year (both Fall and Spring semesters are required). The project follows a set of defined deadlines for completion of the work. The project culminates in a substantial manuscript-style thesis submitted to the research mentor and a second reader from the Faculty, and an oral presentation. The Department.
Course Format: INT -
BIOC 326 - Biophysical Chemistry
1 unit(s)
Concepts of thermodynamics and equilibrium phenomena, chemical kinetics, spectroscopy, and structure determination as pertains to biological systems are discussed. The Department.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 244 and 245 , BIOL 272 /CHEM 272 .
This course will be offered in 2020/21.
Three 50-minute periods.
Not offered in 2019/20.
Course Format: CLS -
BIOC 356 - Biochemistry Senior Seminar Semester Offered: Fall
1 unit(s)
An intensive study of selected topics at the molecular, subcellular, and cellular level. Specific topics will vary. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and research with course material being drawn from the recent biochemical literature. The Department.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 106 or the equivalent, CHEM 125 or the equivalent, CHEM 244 and 245 , BIOL 272 /CHEM 272 .
This course will be offered in 2020/21.
Three 50-minute periods.
Not offered in 2019/20.
Course Format: CLS -
BIOC 377 - Senior Capstone Project Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
1 unit(s)
The intensive experience can include an individual project, multiple students working on different aspect of the same project, group work on a single laboratory project, or an individual library thesis under the supervision of a member of the Faculty. The Department.
Course Format: INT -
BIOC 399 - Senior Independent Research Semester Offered: Fall and Spring
0.5 to 1 unit(s)
Students perform independent biochemical research under the direction of a faculty member for Intensive credit. Attendance at regularly scheduled department seminars/events is required to satisfactorily complete the course. The Department.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Open only to seniors.
Course Format: INT
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