Biophysics, Minor
Bridging the biological sciences and the physical sciences, Biophysics is concerned with physical and chemical explanations of living processes, especially at the cellular and molecular levels. Detailed molecular descriptions are emerging for genetic elements and for the mechanisms that control their propagation and expression. Biophysical studies include the investigation of protein structure, nucleic acid structure, enzyme mechanisms, the phenomena underlying cellular behavior, excitable phenomena in nerve, muscle and visual cells, and integrative neural phenomena.
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| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| Cell Biology | ||
| BIOL 2010 | Cell Biology | 1 |
| Biophysics | ||
| PHYS 2280 | Physical Models of Biological Systems | 1 |
| or BCHE 2280 | Physical Models of Biological Systems | |
| Chemistry | ||
| CHEM 1011 | Introduction to General Chemistry I | 1 |
| or CHEM 1151 | Honors Chemistry I | |
| CHEM 1021 | Introduction to General Chemistry II | 1 |
| or CHEM 1161 | Honors Chemistry II | |
| CHEM 1101 & CHEM 1102 | General Chemistry Laboratory I and General Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| Math | ||
| MATH 1400 | Calculus, Part I | 1 |
| Select one of the following: | 1 | |
| Calculus, Part II | ||
| Calculus, Part II with Probability and Matrices | ||
| Honors Calculus | ||
| MATH 2400 | Calculus, Part III | 1 |
| or MATH 2600 | Honors Calculus, Part II | |
| Physics | ||
| Select one of the following Options: | 3 | |
| Option 1: | ||
| Principles of Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion | ||
or PHYS 0170 | Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion | |
| Principles of Physics II: Electromagnetism and Radiation | ||
or PHYS 0171 | Honors Physics II: Electromagnetism and Radiation | |
| Option 2: | ||
| Principles of Physics I (without laboratory) | ||
| Principles of Physics II (without laboratory) | ||
| Laboratory Electronics | ||
| Total Course Units | 11 | |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.