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Introduction to Cell Biology

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MCD BIO XL 100

Analyze the organization, structure, and function at the molecular level of cell membranes and signaling, membrane transport, intracellular trafficking and cell energetics.

Typically Available
Winter
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
5.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $1,045.00

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What you can learn.

Identify biological aspects of stem cells
Recognize the process of cell proliferation and cell death
Evaluate aspects of cancer cells, particularly their genetics and regulatory modifications
Explore the structure of gene and regulatory mechanism of gene expression

About This Course

This course covers the analysis of cell organization, structure and function at the molecular level. Cell membranes and organelles, membrane transport, cellular signaling, cytoskeleton and cell movement, intracellular trafficking and cell energetics also are covered. Not open for credit to students with credit for C139 or M140. 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.

Winter 2026 Schedule

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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
REG#
406519
Fee:
$1,045.00
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Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 11, 2026 11:59:59 PM PST. Internet access required. 

Online weekly one hour discussion through the Canvas Learning Management System. 

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.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Course Requirements
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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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.