Learning Objectives

The BMB curriculum has been carefully designed to ensure that students meet the following learning objectives:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of information storage and flow, energy requirements and transfer, and structure and function in the context of biological molecules and cellular systems
  • Integrate chemical principles to explain biological processes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels
  • Effectively find, read, evaluate, and communicate scientific information
  • Demonstrate knowledge of current topics in biochemistry and molecular biology
  • Discuss and implement standards for responsible conduct of research
  • Design, conduct and evaluate laboratory experiments in biochemistry and molecular biology with adherence to safe laboratory practices
  • Work collaboratively and productively as a member of a team
  • Engage in authentic research to gain new knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology