BIOL 41 - Cell and Molecular Biology

    Recent Professors
    Andrea K. White, Tag N. Engstrom
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1 and Intermediate Algebra or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This course is an introductory study of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function as well as basic viral structure and reproduction. Attention is given to life processes within cells and to interactions between cells. Coverage includes experimental design and statistical analysis; basic biotechnology concepts and techniques; DNA structure, function, and gene expression; enzyme function; energetics; nutrient cycles in ecosystems; transport mechanisms; cytoskeletal components; cell communication (including nerve impulse conduction and signal transduction); cell reproduction; Mendelian and population genetics; cell evolution; and modern concepts of molecular biology. This course is designed for biology majors. (C-ID BIOL 190/BIOL 135S).
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:15am, Mon Wed 9:30am–12:20pm, Tue Thu 12:30pm–1:45pm, Tue Thu 2:00pm–4:50pm