Biochemistry (For transfer to TWU, BS in Biochemistry)

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Program Available at:

Brookhaven
Cedar Valley
Eastfield
El Centro
Mountain View
North Lake
Richland

Transferrable to:

Texas Woman's University (TWU)

Catalog Year 2022-2023 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 Texas Woman's University (TWU) 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 bachelor's-level programs. 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.

This pathway fulfills the Dallas College Interstate Passport requirements. The Interstate Passport at Dallas College is awarded to students who have achieved lower-division general education learning outcomes in a set of approved courses that are recognized by all other colleges and universities participating. Please visit the Interstate Passport – Dallas College webpage for more information. Certain courses may not apply to the Passport block requirements. See your success coach for more information.

Visit www.dallascollege.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 pursue Biochemistry as a major at 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

ENGL 2311
MATH 2418
MATH 2415
PHYS 2425
PHYS 2426

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.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
Ask your success coach about your options for transferring to TWU to pursue the bachelor's degree.
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.

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

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.
Begin researching TWU where you would want to major in Biochemistry.

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.
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

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. This is not an eligible Dallas College Interstate Passport block course.
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 2022, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at TWU Fall 2023)
Check with your success coach for important deadlines and dates.

Total Hours: 15

SEMESTER 5

CHEM 2425 – Organic Chemistry II*

GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:

SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course. OR
SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking* This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE:

ANTH 2346 – General Anthropology* This is a Core course.
ECON 2301 – Principles of Macroeconomics* This is a Core course.
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 TWU portion of this pathway, contact the Academic Advising Office at advising@twu.edu. It is best to apply to TWU 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