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Cell and Molecular Biology

Microscopic view of a cluster of cells.
LIFESCI XL 7A

This first course in the pre-medical life science sequence provides an introduction to cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.

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Winter
Spring
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What you can learn.

Understand basic concepts of chemistry in analyzing biological molecules and cells
Evaluate nucleic acids as related to DNA and RNA
Recognize different kinds of DNA mutation and damage

About This Course

Introduction to basic principles of cell structure and cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. P/NP or letter grading. Transferable for UC credit.

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.