Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Spring 2026Class Size36 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteBIOL 110 or BIOL 110H and BIOL 120 or BIOL 120H with a minimum grade of C in each course and CHEM 7A with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionThis course is an introduction to molecular biology. The student will study DNA, RNA and protein structure; protein biochemistry; protein purification and analysis; genome organization of viruses, prokaryotes and eukaryotes, DNA replication; transcription and splicing; regulation of transcription; translation; and recombinant DNA technology. The student will also explore the uses of DNA technology, such as forensics and agriculture, as well as the ethical considerations of these uses. (formerly BIOL 103) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm 