Lower-Division

Accelerated introduction to biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics, with an emphasis on class discussion and problem solving. Students must have a solid foundation in general chemistry and high school biology. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 20A. This course is equivalent to course 20A for prerequisites and major requirements. Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 1B. Students must apply for admission to this course. Admittance based on scores on the biology and chemistry placement exam and performance in Chemistry 1B. AP biology and chemistry credit will also be taken into account.

Introduction to hypothesis-driven laboratory research. Students isolate and characterize both the structure and genome of a unique bacteriophage. Students gain experience in basic sterile technique, solution, manipulation of DNA, and bioinformatic analysis of a new genome. Enrollment restricted to first-year students and sophomores. Enrollment by online application and permission of instructor.

Introduces students to the principles of health care organizations, including how they are paid for, and examines social constructions of health care in the U.S. Key concepts include access, quality of care, and cultural competence; also features hands-on research. Recommended for health science majors and community studies majors focusing on health. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 89. Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements; enrollment by permission of instructor at first class meeting.