BIOCHEMISTRY
Professor Gail Steehler, Coordinator; Assistant Professor Addington
Biochemistry is one of the most important interdisciplinary
fields in science today. Biochemistry is the study of the
chemical processes of living organisms, including the
molecular structures of biomolecules, their reactions (e.g.
metabolism, genetic expression), and regulation of those
reactions.The biochemistry curriculum at Roanoke includes
substantial curricular components from both the biology and
chemistry departments. Opportunities for Biochemistry
graduates include graduate study in biology, chemistry, or
biochemistry, employment in the biotechnology or
pharmaceutical industries, or pursuit of a professional degree
in a medical field. Biochemistry is one of the courses of study
available to students interested in medical school, veterinary
school, dental school, and other health professions.
The Biochemistry Major
Students earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree by
completing 12 units.The courses are:
CHEM 111 & 112 General Chemistry
BIOL 120 & 215 Introductory Biology:"Continuity
of Life" and "Components of Life"
CHEM 221 & 222 Organic Chemistry I and II
CHEM 341 & 342 Biochemistry I and II
BIOL 390 & 400 Advanced Biology:"Advanced Cell
Biology" and "Molecular Biology"
CHEM 331 Physical Chemistry
CHEM 280 & 480 Sophomore Seminar & Senior Seminar
(each 1 / 2 unit)
Math 121 and 122 and two units of general physics are
prerequisites for CHEM 331, which is required for all
biochemistry majors.
Additional coursework and undergraduate research
experiences are encouraged, in either Biology or Chemistry.
Faculty with current biochemistry research interests include
Dr. Booth, Dr. Gardner, Dr. Jorgensen, Dr.Oetgen, Dr. Pysh,
Dr. Ramesh and Dr. J. Steehler.