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Biochemistry (For transfer to TWU, BS in Biochemistry)
Program Available at:
- Brookhaven
- Cedar Valley
- Eastfield
- El Centro
- Mountain View
- North Lake
- Richland
Transferrable to:
- Texas Woman's University (TWU)
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Chemistry webpage and your success coach at your campus.
Biochemistry is involved in all human activities, from growing and cooking food to launching a space shuttle. Understanding at least basic chemistry is critical for medical fields, most science-related professions, and diverse careers from industry to government and academia. The guided pathway in Biochemistry will provide a foundation for you to move on toward a career in the fuel industry, toxicology labs, and education. An Associate of Science (A.S.) degree with courses in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor's degree that opens the door to a career in the medical field, engineering, research, industry, renewable energy and many more areas.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Biochemistry. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.S. degree, which will increase your chances of transfer to Texas Woman's University (TWU) to earn a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (ACS Certification). Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. Courses that complete the degree are noted below. See catalog for official degree requirements.
Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," then click on TWU to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to TWU.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PATHWAY REQUIREMENTS
The following are prerequisite courses for MATH 2413.
MATH 1314
MATH 1316
MATH 2412
Total Hours: 10
CONSIDER COMPLETING BEFORE TRANSFER
MATH 2415
PHYS 2425
PHYS 2426
CHEM 2425
ENVR 1401
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
EDUC 1300 – Learning Framework All college students with fewer than 12 semester credit hours of successful college credit (grade of “C" or above) must take a student success course in the first semester.
MATH 2413 – Calculus I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher. Prerequisites of MATH 1314, MATH 1316, and MATH 2412, prior to enrolling in the course.
CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I This is a Core course. Prerequisite of MATH 1314, or equivalent academic preparation, prior to enrolling in the course.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
- At the end of the semester, begin researching information at TWU to major in Biochemistry.
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Meet with your success coach to research your career options with a Biochemistry degree.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.
MATH 2414 – Calculus II
CHEM 1412 – General Chemistry II This is a Core course.
HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
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Ask your success coach about options to pursue the bachelor's degree at TWU.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 3
HIST 1302 – United States History II* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ARTS 1304 – Art History II* This is a Core course. OR
- DRAM 1310 – Theater Appreciation* This is a Core course. OR
- MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
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Begin applying to TWU.
Total Hours: 6
SEMESTER 4
CHEM 2423 – Organic Chemistry I*
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I*
GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.
PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ENGL 2332 – World Literature I* This is a Core course. OR
- PHIL 1301 – Introduction to Philosophy* This is a Core course. OR
- PHIL 2306 – Introduction to Ethics* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at a university Fall 2022)
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Check with your success coach for important deadlines and dates.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 5
BIOL 1407 – Biology for Science Majors II*
GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.
SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ANTH 2346 – General Anthropology* This is a Core course. OR
- ECON 2301 – Principles of Macroeconomics* This is a Core course. OR
- PSYC 2301 – General Psychology* This is a Core course. OR
- SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Associate of Science degree.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to TWU.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 13
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 62 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
Texas Woman's University
For questions about the Texas Woman's University portion of this transfer pathway, contact the Academic Advising Office at (940) 898-2551 or rsheardy@twu.edu. It is best to apply to Texas Woman's University a full semester before you plan to transfer. It will help if you submit a copy of this pathway with your application. See catalog for official degree requirements.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOCHEMISTRY (ACS Certification)
SEMESTER 1
CHEM 1001 – Horizons of Chemistry and Biochemistry I: Career Possibilities
CHEM 3223 & CHEM 3221 – Organic Chemistry II & Organic Chemistry II Laboratory II
PHYS 2153 & PHYS 2151 – General Physics I & General Physics Laboratory I
CHEM 3632 & CHEM 3633 – Biochemistry I and Biochemistry Laboratory
CHOOSE ONE:
- CHEM 4313 & CHEM 4311 – Instrumental Analysis and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory OR
- CHEM 4513 and CHEM 4511 – Inorganic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
CHEM 1101 – Horizons of Chemistry and Biochemistry II: Current Applications
PHYS 2163 & PHYS 2161 – General Physics II & General Physics Laboratory II
CHEM 3643 – Biochemistry II
CHEM 3333 & CHEM 3331 – Quantitative Chemical Analysis and Quantitative Chemical Analysis Laboratory
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 3
CHOOSE ONE:
- CHEM 4513 & CHEM 4511 – Inorganic Chemistry & Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory OR
- CHEM 4313 & CHEM 4311 – Instrumental Analysis and Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
CHEM 4981 – Undergraduate Research
CHEM 4981 – Undergraduate Research
CHEM 3413 & CHEM 3411– Physical Chemistry I & Physical Chemistry I Laboratory
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 4
CHEM 3713 & CHEM 3711 – Environmental Chemistry I & Environmental Chemistry I Laboratory
CHEM 4983 – Undergraduate Research
CHEM 4001 Research Presentations in Chemistry and Biochemistry
CHEM 4991 – Senior Thesis
CHEM 3421 & CHEM 3423 – Physical Chemistry II and Physical Chemistry II Laboratory
Total Hours: 13
Note: The additional semester credit hours required to complete the total of 120 semester credit hours for the Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry can be fulfilled through elective hours.
TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY PATHWAY TOTAL: 49 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
(Transfer Pathway Approved 12.8.2021 by Texas Woman's University)