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: January 15, 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 January 22, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
BIOCHEMISTRY
by VOET, DONALD AND VOET, JUDITH G.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 14, 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 January 21, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
BIOCHEMISTRY
by VOET, DONALD AND VOET, JUDITH G.
No meeting on January 20, 2025 and February 17, 2025.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 12, 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 January 19, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
BIOCHEMISTRY
by VOET, DONALD AND VOET, JUDITH G.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 13, 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 January 20, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional)
BIOCHEMISTRY
by VOET, DONALD AND VOET, JUDITH G.
WILEY & SONS, INCORPORATED, JOHN
ISBN 9780470570951
Schedule
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Lecture
Tue Jan 7, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 14, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Jan 21, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Jan 28, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Feb 4, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Feb 11, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Feb 18, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Tue Feb 25, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 4, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 11, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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