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Biochemistry Minor

The Biochemistry Minor is recommended for students planning to go directly into professional fields of biochemistry, for students planning to attend graduate school in biochemistry, molecular biology or pharmacology, and for students planning to enter professional schools.

Required Courses
BIOL 310FUNDAMENTALS OF GENETICS5
CHEM 480BIOCHEMISTRY5
CHEM 481INTERMEDIARY METABOLISM5
CHEM 482INTEGRATED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS3
CHEM 483BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY 12
CHEM 484BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY 22
Total Credits22
Students who earn a Biochemistry Minor from EWU should be able to:
  • demonstrate understanding of core concepts in chemistry;
  • use modern instrumentation and techniques to analyze chemicals;
  • demonstrate effective communication skills as related to the field of biochemistry;
  • demonstrate knowledge of safe practices in handling chemicals;
  • demonstrate skills in biochemistry problem solving in preparation for graduate studies or professional employment.