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Biochemistry: Introduction to Structure, Enzymes and Metabolism

Molecule, beakers, and chemicals
CHEM XL 153A

This course provides an introduction to biochemistry and is geared towards pre-medical and pre-health students. This course is the first and introductory course in the biochemistry series.

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

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What you can learn.

Establish the biochemical foundation necessary to pursue science-based professional careers
Understand basic molecular units of the cell (amino & nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids)
Recognize enzymes and enzyme kinetics involved in biochemical reactions
Understand metabolic principles of the cell and energetics
Explore glucose metabolism via glycolysis
Comprehend electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation

About This Course

This course covers structure of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme catalysis and principles of metabolism, including glycolysis and the citric acid cycle; and oxidative phosphorylation. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites

LIFESCI XL 7A Cell and Molecular Biology; LIFESCI XL 7B Genetics, Evolution and Ecology; LIFESCI XL 7C Physiology and Human Biology;

LIFESCI XL 23L Introduction to Laboratory and Scientific Methodology; and CHEM XL 14D Organic Reactions and Pharmaceuticals.

Fall 2026 Schedule

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Thursday 6:00PM - 9:30PM PT
Instructor:
REG#
409891
Fee:
$1,225.00
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Notes

No lecture July 04, 2024. 

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: September 27, 2026 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 July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Biochemistry by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Sep 24, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Young Hall 1044
Lecture
Thu Oct 1, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Oct 8, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Oct 15, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Oct 22, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Oct 29, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Nov 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Nov 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Nov 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Nov 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
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Thu Dec 3, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
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Young Hall 1044
Lecture
Thu Dec 10, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA
Young Hall 1044
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Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Instructor:
Rhema Johnson
REG#
409892
Fee:
$1,225.00
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Remote Classroom
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: September 27, 2026. 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 July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Biochemistry by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Mon Sep 21, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Mon Sep 28, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 12, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Oct 26, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 2, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 9, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 16, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Mon Nov 23, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Lecture
Mon Nov 30, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Instructor:
Rhema Johnson
REG#
409893
Fee:
$1,225.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Remote Classroom
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: September 27, 2026 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 July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Biochemistry by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Sep 23, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Sep 30, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Oct 7, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Oct 21, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Oct 28, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Nov 4, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Nov 11, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Nov 18, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Nov 25, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Dec 2, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Wed Dec 9, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Friday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Instructor:
Nagendra N. Mishra
REG#
409895
Fee:
$1,225.00
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Notes

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: September 27, 2026 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 July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Biochemistry by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Fri Sep 25, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Oct 2, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Oct 9, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Fri Oct 16, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Oct 23, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Oct 30, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Nov 6, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Nov 13, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Nov 20, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Nov 27, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
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Fri Dec 4, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Fri Dec 11, 2026
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Saturday 7:30AM - 10:30AM PT
Instructor:
Nagendra N. Mishra
REG#
409896
Fee:
$1,225.00
Live Onlineformat icon
Remote Classroom
Updating...
Notes

No lecture on Monday, September 01, 2025.

Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted.

Enrollment deadline: September 27, 2026 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 July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
(Optional) Book: Biochemistry by Donald Voet and Judith G. Voet
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Sat Sep 26, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Sat Oct 3, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Sat Oct 10, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
Remote Classroom
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Sat Oct 17, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Oct 24, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Oct 31, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Nov 7, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Nov 14, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Nov 21, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Sat Nov 28, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
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Lecture
Sat Dec 5, 2026
7:30AM PT - 10:30AM PT
Remote Classroom

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.