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Biochemistry: Introduction to Structure, Enzymes and Metabolism
CHEM XL 153A
This course provides an introduction to biochemistry and is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students. This course is the first and introductory course in the biochemistry series.
Establish the biochemical foundation necessary to pursue science-based professional careers
Understand basic molecular units of the cell (amino & nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids)
Recognize enzymes and enzyme kinetics involved in biochemical reactions
Understand metabolic principles of the cell and energetics
Explore glucose metabolism via glycolysis
Comprehend electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation
About this course:
This course covers structure of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme catalysis and principles of metabolism, including glycolysis and the citric acid cycle; and oxidative phosphorylation. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites
LIFESCI XL 7A Cell and Molecular Biology; LIFESCI XL 7B Genetics, Evolution and Ecology; LIFESCI XL 7C Physiology and Human Biology;
LIFESCI XL 23L Introduction to Laboratory and Scientific Methodology; and CHEM XL 14D Organic Reactions and Pharmaceuticals.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
Book:
Biochemistry
by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
Book:
Biochemistry
by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
Book:
Biochemistry
by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
Book:
Biochemistry
by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 29, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
Book:
Biochemistry
by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
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