School:
College of Science
Department:
Interdisciplinary
Student Type:
Undergraduate
Program:
Biochemistry/Molecular Biology
Faculty:
Edward L.Ferroni, Ph.D.
Director
Cheyl M. Mascarenhas, Ph.D.
Chemistry Department
Edward M. Winkler, Ph.D.
Chemistry Department
Niina Ronkainen, Ph.D.
Chemistry Department
Timothy Marin
Chemistry Department
Preston Aldrich, Ph.D.
Biology Department
Allison Wilson, Ph.D.
Biology Department
Donald Taylor, Ph.D.
Biology Department
LeeAnn Smith, Ph.D.
Biology Department
Tim Comar, Ph.D.
Math Department
Peter Nelson, Ph.D.
Physics Department
Objectives:
The biochemistry/molecular biology major is designed to:
1. Prepare students for graduate studies in cellular/molecular biology, biochemistry or genetics/genomics;
2. Prepare students for entry level research and/or careers in biotechnology and industry;
3. Prepare students for studies in medical or allied health related fields;
4. Expose students to the latest techniques in cell and molecular biology and biochemical research through courses and labs; and
5. Provide opportunities for a capstone research experience.
Requirements - Major:
Requirements for a Biochemistry/Molecular Biology Major:
The BMB major must complete with a grade of "C" or better the following courses: BIOL-C108(3), 250(3), 251(1), 260(1), 340(3), 342(1), 371(3), 372(2); CHEM-C113(3), C123(3), 242(3), 244(1), 247(3), 249(1); BCHM-361(3), 362(1), 365(3); NTSC-C151(1.5), C152(1.5); PHYS-C205(1), C206(1), C211(4), C212(4), 323(3), 324(1); MATH-207(1), 208(1), C220(4), 221(3). BMB majors must also complete 6 hours in physics, chemistry, computer science, mathematics or biology courses numbered 200 or above excluding all research, teaching and internship courses. Students interested in M.D. or M.D. / Ph.D. programs are advised to seek course recommendations from their advisor. Three hours of research credit which will result in an original research project, thesis and seminar must also be completed for a total of three credit hours [in BCHM, BIOL, CHEM, CMSC, MATH and/or PHYS].
A student may have only one major in the biochemistry/molecular biology, biology, environmental science, and health science programs.
Other Information:
Why study biochemistry/ molecular biology (BMB) at Benedictine?
When you choose to major in BMB at Benedictine University, you will have the opportunity to:
1)Pursue a degree in an interdisciplinary major that emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills
2)Pursue an investigative-orientated approach to science
3)Use advanced research instrumentation and techniques in modern laboratories
4)Participate in a highly productive and nationally recognized undergraduate research program that has received external funding from federal agencies and the private sector
5)Have the opportunity to use the extensive facilities in our Birck Hall of Science, and the possibility of facilities at such off-campus sites as BP Amoco, Argonne National Laboratory or Nalco, among others
6)Prepare students to study systems biology by exposing students to the disciplines and tools of bioinformatics, genomics, and proteomics
7)Publish and present your research findings at local, regional and national symposia
8)Have the confidence of participating in a program that follows the guidelines of the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
What careers are available with a BMB degree?
Unlike the traditional biology or chemistry major, the biochemistry/ molecular biology program is focused on interdisciplinary education in the natural sciences. This intensive and research-oriented training prepares students for specific graduate programs that are often unavailable to the traditional science major. These include graduate or health-career programs in biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology and biotechnology.
The BMB major also prepares students for entry-level research and development careers in biotechnology and industry. With biotechnology the fastest-growing field of study in the natural sciences and the University's location in the heart of the research and development corridor of metropolitan Chicago, a market exists for highly-trained undergraduates with a bachelor of science in biochemistry/ molecular biology.
How does the program work?
As a biochemistry/ molecular biology major you will acquire a broad base of knowledge, represented by the university's core courses required of all students, which are invaluable to your future career development and daily interactions as citizens of your community. Within the BMB major, you will obtain proficiency in biocalculus, university physics, general biology and general and organic chemistry. Additional lecture courses in biochemistry, intermediary metabolism, biophysics, genetics, molecular and cellular biology will be reinforced with a consecutive series of laboratory courses in recombinant DNA, protein chemistry and genomics/bioinformatics to complete the major.
The information contained on this page is from the 2005-2006 Undergraduate Catalog and is valid until August 1, 2006.
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