Biochemistry (B.S.) Articulation with Ivy Tech Community College, Requirements & 2-Yr Plan

Program Requirements

1. Completion of the A.S. degree from Ivy Tech Community College.
2. Earned a course grade of “C-” or better in every course accepted for transfer, and has a 2.0 or greater cumulative GPA based on a 4-point scale.
3. Student was admitted to PFW.
4. Student must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better for graduation. Student must earn a minimum grade of C- or better in all CHM courses for credit towards their degree. Classes below a C- may be retaken for a qualifying grade as needed.
5. All students in the Biochemistry (B.S.)  program are expected to meet the same student learning outcomes and program requirements. Additional program requirements exist for all students in the degree.
6. Student is recommended to work closely with Chemistry’s lead advisor and the College of Science’s advisor to be sure they are satisfying the graduation requirements for the degree and adhering to all academic policies.  

Supporting Courses: Credits 19

• BIOL 21800 - Genetics And Molecular Biology Cr. 4.
• BIOL 43700 - General Microbiology Cr. 4.
• BIOL 53700 - Immunobiology Cr. 3.
• PHYS 22000 - General Physics Cr. 4.
• PHYS 22100 - General Physics Cr. 4.

Biochemistry Courses

2-Year Plan

This plan is an example only.  Please see your advisor to develop your individualized plan. Course rotation and course offerings are subject to change based on faculty availability and enrollment minimums. 

Fall 3rd Year:

• CHM 19400 - Freshman Chemistry Orientation Cr. 1.  (optional)
• CHM 24100 - Introductory Inorganic Chemistry Cr. 4.
• CHM 28000 - Chemical Literature Cr. 1.
• CHM 32100 - Analytical Chemistry I Cr. 4.
• PHYS 22000 - General Physics Cr. 4.

Spring 3rd Year:

• BIOL 21800 - Genetics And Molecular Biology Cr. 4.
• CHM 33300 - Principles Of Biochemistry Cr. 3.
• CHM 33500 - Biochemistry Lab Cr. 1.
• PHYS 22100 - General Physics Cr. 4.
• Elective course  Cr. 3.

Fall 4th Year:

• BIOL 43700 - General Microbiology Cr. 4.
• CHM 37200 - Physical Chemistry Cr. 4.
• CHM 49600 - Senior Seminar I Cr. 0.
• CHM 49900 - Special Assignments Cr. 1-5.  Research with a Faculty Member  Cr. 1.
• CHM 53300 - Introductory Biochemistry Cr. 3.
• Elective course  Cr. 3.

Spring 4th Year:

• BIOL 53700 - Immunobiology Cr. 3.
• CHM 49700 - Senior Seminar II Cr. 1.
• CHM 53400 - Introductory Biochemistry Cr. 3.
• CHM 53500 - Biochemistry Laboratory Cr. 1.

Total Program Credits (AS+BS): 120