BIOL 21A Accelerated Cell and Molecular Biology

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.