Sciences, Mathematics and Biotechnology courses

Study fundamental concepts of mammalian physiology (primarily human), including neural, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, endocrine, digestive and reproductive physiology. Explore in detail homeostasis; molecular and cellular physiology; and the…

Gain familiarity with important microbial pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. You then study their biological characteristics, epidemiology, mechanisms and routes of transmission, pathogenesis and immunity, host response, control and…

This course introduces students to the definitions and use of medical terms. It is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of word parts, medical terms, abbreviations, and how they are used in relation to human body systems, disease, and…

Get an introduction to medical microbiology and general laboratory techniques in a course designed for students who have some background in biology and chemistry.

Note: Name changed from Principles and Techniques of Molecular Cell Biology in Feb. 2021 Gain a detailed understanding of genes from a perspective of structure and function. You learn details of nucleic acid structure, mechanisms of replication, repair,…

A continuation of differential and integral calculus into the domain of higher dimensions. This course introduces functions of multiple variables and vector-valued functions, explores differentiation and integration of these functions, and examines…

Learn the structure, nomenclature, bonding, properties and reactions of carbon compounds. Study the organic chemistry of alkanes, acids and bases, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, sulfides and epoxides. This course is aimed at science majors; premedical,…

Prepare to study reactions of functional groups and interactions of polyfunctional compounds, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. You also get an introduction to biochemistry, lipids,…

Acquire a variety of fundamental laboratory techniques applicable to the study, separation, purification and preparation of organic compounds. This course is designed for biology majors; premedical, prehealth and returning students; and professionals…

You cover a variety of fundamental laboratory techniques applicable to the study, separation, purification and preparation of organic compounds. This course is aimed at biology majors; premedical, prehealth and returning students; and professionals interested…

Learn the mechanisms of pathogenesis at the molecular, cellular, organ and system level in practical contexts, participating in discussions using real-life cases relating pathophysiological mechanisms to a wide spectrum of signs and symptoms. Gain a deeper…

Learn the general principles of pharmacology and mechanisms of drug action at the molecular level. Study the different drug classes and their effects on the various systems of the human body. Explore current topics of pharmacogenomics and gene/protein…

Study the fundamental concepts of physics, including forces, properties of matter, kinetics, thermodynamics, heat, wave motion, fluids and sound. This class is designed for biology, premedical, prehealth and architecture students. In addition, it is…

Get an introduction to fundamental concepts in physics, including electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves and optics. Aimed at biology, premedical, prehealth and architecture students, this course is also appropriate for returning students interested in…

Get an introduction to the fundamental concepts of physics, including introduction to forces, properties of matter, kinetics, thermodynamics, heat, wave motion, fluids, sound and other topics of interest. This course is associated with Physics I PHYSICS X3A.

Get an introduction to fundamental concepts in physics, including electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves and optics. Aimed at biology, premedical, prehealth and architecture students, this course is also appropriate for returning students interested in…

Get an introduction to the human cardiovascular and respiratory systems, including normal physiology, exercise and pathophysiology. Examine current topics in diagnosis, control and prevention of disease through case studies and journal articles.

Understand the role of regulatory affairs after licensure and commercialization of a biopharmaceutical product, including responsibilities and relationships with other functions. Using case studies, examine Phase 4 studies, safety surveillance, label…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This DAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. The DAT Limitless Preparatory course from Kaplan integrates self-paced videos…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This GRE Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Choose from in-person or live-online course formats. You will gain access to 7…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This MCAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan in live-online course format. MCAT Prep includes: 48 hours of live instruction…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This OAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Live-online course format. You will gain access to 12 sessions (including 4…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This PCAT Preparatory course is delivered by Kaplan. Live-online course format. You will gain access to 12 sessions (including 3…

Improve your understanding of the basic concepts of infectious diseases, dynamics of disease transmission, and the emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases from many perspectives. You also focus on host-pathogen relationships and the mechanisms behind the…

Study DNA structure and replication, RNA and protein synthesis, and the genetic code. Gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts and complexities of molecular biology, including both structures and processes common to most organisms. Critically…

Gain an overview of product and process development in a biopharmaceutical setting. Learn the steps and requirements for developing products and processes for eventual use in clinical trials and introduction into commercial plants. Understand the various…

Get an introduction to the regulatory authorities whose regulations must be implemented to ensure compliance with the laws governing the biotech industry. Learn to understand what the regulations require and how to apply them in principle.

Learn about the regulatory authorities whose regulations and requirements must be met to ensure compliance with the laws governing the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Examine the steps leading to testing products in humans, the approval of…

Study the principles of supply chain and the supply of materials for clinical trials and commercial sales. Master the regulations that must be followed and understand how to implement them in operations to ensure compliance with the laws governing the…

Study the health effects of drugs, chemicals and natural substances on biological systems and the environment. Learn about the properties of toxic substances, the toxic mechanisms of chemicals, the fate and reactions of foreign chemicals in people’s bodies,…

Explore the principles, techniques and instrumentation involved in quantitative analysis, with special emphasis on clinical applications. Learn the basic physiology, analytical procedures and clinical (normal and disease state) correlations to systems such as…

Learn how Start Anytime Continuous Enrollment mathematics and statistics at UC Berkeley Extension work, explore tips on how to be successful, and gain familiarity with the requirements and procedures. This short online orientation is required for all students…

Learn how Start Anytime Continuous Enrollment science courses at UC Berkeley Extension work, explore tips on how to be successful and gain familiarity with the requirements and procedures. This short online orientation is required for all students taking…

Review the science and current research topics in the field of human stem cells, and learn how they are being applied to regenerative medicine. Examine the derivation, cultivation and development of technologies surrounding human embryonic stem cells, adult…

Learn cancer biology fundamentals, including cell proliferation, cell death, the process of metastasis and tumor progression, oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, and cancer therapeutics. Explore scientific and clinical research on cancer through readings…

Get a detailed picture of all aspects of the complex and highly interrelated activities involved in bringing a pharmaceutical discovery to approval and market. Although the focus is on pharmaceuticals, seminar discussions also integrate biologics, diagnostics…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This DAT 20+ Preparatory course is delivered by The Princeton Review (TPR) in a live-online course format. 55 hours of live…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in DAT 20+. TWO, two-hour tutoring sessions ONE subject of your choice Expert tutors matched to your goals…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in UNEX 1461 TPR DAT Prep and UNEX 1464 DAT Tutoring (4hr bundle). Students must enroll by the 15th of the…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program. This GRE Preparatory course is delivered by The Princeton Review (TPR) in a live-online course format. GRE Prep includes: 24 hours…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in GRE Fundamentals. TWO, two-hour tutoring sessions ONE subject of your choice Expert tutors matched to…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in UNEX 1462 TPR GRE Prep and UNEX 1465 GRE Tutoring (4hr bundle). Students must enroll by the 15th of the…

This MCAT 515+ Preparatory course is delivered by The Princeton Review (TPR) in a Live Online course format. MCAT 515+ Prep includes: 365 days access to online resources 123 hours of live instruction, including all content and strategy Exclusive access to…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in MCAT 515+. TWO, two-hour tutoring sessions ONE subject of your choice Expert tutors matched to your…

Enrollment in this course is restricted to students officially accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program and concurrently enrolled in UNEX 1460 TPR MCAT Prep and UNEX 1463 MCAT Tutoring (4hr bundle). Students must enroll by the 15th of…

Get an introduction to the principles of validation and the associated requirements defined by regulatory authorities. Study the validation regulatory elements and expectations and how they must be implemented for quality. Examine the role of quality…

Get an introduction to modern medical virology, with an emphasis on structure, molecular biology, viral replication, mutations, evolution of viruses, host cell interactions and pathogenesis, as well as diagnosis, control and prevention of infection.

Study fundamental concepts of hematology and the analysis of laboratory results and their clinical implications. Gain hands-on experience using Web-based software that acts as a virtual microscope, and learn how to interpret peripheral blood smears. You also…