BIOL 321 - Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Physiology

Unit(s): 4 Lecture: 3 hours Discussion: 1 hour

An integrated overview of the key principles of molecular biology, cell biology and organismal physiology with an emphasis on regulatory mechanisms. Discussions complement lectures with quantitative and written exercises to strengthen knowledge and understanding of concepts covered in lecture. Second of a two-semester sequence satisfying the upper division core in the Biology major.

Prerequisite(s): All majors except BIOCHEM: BIOL 130 and BIOL 131, MATH 161 or MATH 165, CHEM 115A or CHEM 125A and completion or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 115B or CHEM 125B. BIOCHEM majors: BIOL 130, MATH 161 or MATH 165, CHEM 115A or CHEM 125A and completion or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 115B or CHEM 125B.