Undergraduate Bulletin > Department of Biology > Concentrations > Biotechnology (B.S.)
B.S. in Biology with Concentration in Biotechnology
The concentration in biotechnology is designed for students with a strong interest in molecular biology and genetics. Courses will prepare students in both conceptual aspects of molecular biology and their practical application in biotechnology and genetic engineering. CHE 420 or 556 can be counted toward the required 30 semester hours of Biology needed for the major.
Basic requirements beyond the Biology Core
BIO 481, 494, 499 (at least 1 s.h.), BIO 535 (or CHE 420 or CHE 556), BIO 596 (at least 1 s.h.), BIO 597 (at least 1 s.h.)
Strongly recommended
BIO 424, 528, 583, 584, 595, and additional s.h. of BIO 499, 596, and 597
Note: Students will be expected to attend seminars covering biotechnology topics.