Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size28 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteCHEM 001A or CHEM 001AH with C or better, and Intermediate Algebra or appropriate placement beyond Intermediate Algebra. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionStudents will explore the scientific method, biochemistry, cell structure and function, bioenergetics, cell reproduction, Mendelian inheritance, molecular genetics, biotechnology, evolution of the genome, and some biochemical laboratory techniques for proteins and DNA. Biology 004A is a lecture lab course and the first of a two-term sequence for students interested a career in the sciences, teaching, medicine, or biochemistry. Field trips may be required.Usually HeldTue Thu 10:45am–12:05pm, Tue Thu 12:15pm–3:20pm 