Biochemistry: DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
Biochemistry: DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
This course is a continuation of the biochemistry series and is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students. It covers metabolism, DNA and RNA properties, transcription and protein synthesis and processing.
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About This Course
This course covers nucleotide metabolism, DNA replication and repair, transcription machinery, regulation of transcription, RNA structure and processing, and protein synthesis and processing. Transferable for UC credit.
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 153A Biochemistry: Introduction to Structure, Enzymes and Metabolism.
Summer 2026 Schedule
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2026 11:59 PM. 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.
This course applies toward the following programs
Pre-Medical and General Science Studies
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.