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Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and Energy Metabolism and Its Regulation

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CHEM XL 153C

This course is a continuation of the biochemistry series and is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students. It covers metabolism at a cellular, organ, and organismal level.

Typically Available
Fall
Spring
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $1,225.00

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What you can learn.

Understand enzyme-catalyzed reactions in metabolic pathways
Gain a broad understanding of carbohydrate, amino acids, and lipid metabolism
Understand the regulation and integration of metabolic pathways
Explore the resulting pathophysiological states from a mis- or dysregulation of metabolic pathways
Read and comprehend primary literature articles related to metabolism

About This Course

This course discusses the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids, amino acids and lipids. Additionally, the course covers photosynthetic metabolism and assimilation of inorganic nutrients. Finally, the course covers the regulation of these processes. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites

LIFESCI 2 and LIFESCI 3 (or LIFESCI 7A, 7B and 7C), LIFESCI 23L, and CHEM 153A with a grade of "C" or better.

Winter 2027 Schedule

Date
Details
Format
 
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Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Instructor:
Nagendra N. Mishra
REG#
410867
Fee:
$1,225.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2027 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.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 02, 2026 to January 17, 2027
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) BIOCHEMISTRY by VOET, DONALD AND VOET, JUDITH G.
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Mon Jan 4, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Jan 11, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Jan 18, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Jan 25, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Feb 1, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Feb 8, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Feb 15, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Feb 22, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Mar 1, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Mar 8, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Mar 15, 2027
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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This course applies toward the following programs

certificate 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.

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.