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22 courses with the subject BMB, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

BMB 301Special Topics in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology3

4 Courses in selected special topics in biochemistry and molecular biology. 4 May be repeated for credit if course content differs. P - Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit if course content differs.
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 331Microbial Physiology3

A molecular study of how prokaryotes obtain the energy and nutrients required to live and reproduce amidst diverse environmental stressors, with an emphasis on structure-function relationships. Topics include molecular bioenergetics, central metabolism, macromolecule biosynthesis, and integration of metabolic events. P-BIO 370/BMB 370/CHM 370 or BIO 332.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 360Metabolic Diseases3

Explores genetic and biochemical pathways in the context of inborn errors of metabolism. P-BIO 370/CHM 370/BMB 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 367Molecular Virology3

Introduces molecular mechanisms of eukaryotic viral replication, viral-cell interactions, viral disease, and immune responses to viral infections . P- BIO 265 and BIO 370/BMB 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 370Biochemistry I: Macromolecules and Metabolism3

Introduces principles of biochemistry including structure, function, and biosynthesis of biological molecules, analysis of enzyme function and activity, bioenergetics, and regulation of metabolic pathways. Also listed t as BIO 370 and CHM 370. P-any two of the following with associated labs: CHM 122 (or CHM 123), CHM 280 or BIO 265.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 371LAdvanced Biochemistry Lab1.5

Emphasizes approaches for isolation and analysis of enzymes. Required for BMB major and the chemistry major with concentration in biochemistry. Recommended for research focused students. Also listed as BIO 371L and CHM 371L. Credit allowed for BIO 370L/CHM 370L, or BMB 371L/BIO 371L/CHM 371L, but not both. P or C-BMB 370/BIO 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 371L
BMB 372Advanced Molecular Biology3

Presents molecular mechanisms by which stored genetic information is expressed including the mechanisms for and regulation of gene expression, protein synthesis, and genome editing. Emphasizes analysis and interpretation of experimental data from the primary literature. Also listed as BIO 372. P-BIO 265 and BIO 370/BMB 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 372
BMB 372LAdvanced Molecular Biology Laboratory1.5

Introduces modern methods of molecular biology to analyze and manipulate expression of genes and function of gene products. Also listed as BIO 372L. P or C-BIO 372/BMB 372 or BMB 373/CHM 373.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 372L
BMB 373Biochemistry II3

Examines the structure, function, and synthesis of proteins and nucleic acids and includes advanced topics in biochemistry including catalytic mechanisms of enzymes and ribozymes, use of sequence and structure databases, and molecular basis of disease and drug action. Also listed as CHM 373. P-CHM 223 and BIO 370/BMB 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
CHM 373
BMB 376Biophysical Chemistry3

Fundamentals of physical chemistry applied to biological molecules, including thermodynamics, kinetics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. Emphasizes modern experimental approaches used to analyze biological systems. Also listed as CHM 376. P-CHM 280, BIO/BMB/CHM 370, PHY 114. P or C-MTH 112.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
CHM 376
BMB 381Epigenetics3

Studies the molecular mechanisms for inheritance of genome modifications. Uses primary literature to explore the environmental and developmental signals that influence epigenetic controls of gene expression and disease. Also listed as BIO 381. P-BIO 265 and BIO 370/ BMB 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 381
BMB 381LEpigenetics Laboratory1

Provides hands-on experiences with genome editing and molecular genetics to address the function and expression of genes. Also listed as BIO 381L. P or C-BIO 381 or prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 381L
BMB 382Molecular Signaling3

Examines the molecular and biochemical mechanisms by which hormones, neurotransmitters, and other signaling molecules act to change growth, development, and physiological and behavioral responses of organisms with a focus on discussion of primary literature. Also listed as BIO 382. P-BIO 265 and BIO 370/BMB 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 382
BMB 383Genomics3

Examines the architecture, expression, and evolution of genomes. Uses current primary literature to examine the functional and evolutionary dynamics of genomes and the modern analytic techniques used to investigate genome-wide phenomena. Also listed as BIO 383. P-BIO 235.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 383
BMB 383LGenomics Lab1

Introduces analytic methods and interpretation of genome wide data through practical tutorials. Also listed as BIO 383L. P or C-BIO 383.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
Alias
BIO 383L
BMB 388Senior Seminar in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology1

Discussion of contemporary research and introduction to the biochemical and molecular biology literature and research skills and approaches. Pass/Fail only. Senior status required. P-BMB 370/BIO 370/CHM 370.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 390Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Research Experience. (0-2

h) Research experience and written report for off campus or summer research by prearrangement. Pass/Fail only. May be repeated for credit. P-Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 391Independent Research0.5-2

Working under the guidance of a faculty member or research staff member, students will conduct an independent research project that involves the collection and analysis of data, and that culminates in a written paper or poster to be submitted to the sponsoring faculty or staff member. P-Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 392Independent Research0.5-2

Working under the guidance of a faculty member or research staff member, students will conduct an independent research project that involves the collection and analysis of data, and that culminates in a written paper or poster to be submitted to the sponsoring faculty or staff member. P-Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 393Independent Research0.5-2

Working under the guidance of a faculty member or research staff member, students will conduct an independent research project that involves the collection and analysis of data, and that culminates in a written paper or poster to be submitted to the sponsoring faculty or staff member. P-Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 394Independent Research0.5-2

Working under the guidance of a faculty member or research staff member, students will conduct an independent research project that involves the collection and analysis of data, and that culminates in a written paper or poster to be submitted to the sponsoring faculty or staff member. P-Prerequisite override required.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu
BMB 395Senior Research Project2

Writing of senior research project or honors thesis. Senior status required. P or C-two of the following: BMB 390/BMB 391/BIO 391/CHM 391, BMB 392/BIO 392/CHM 392.

Subject
BMB
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
bulletin.wfu.edu

Source: Wake Forest University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61