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BME 101Molecular Biology for Biomolecular Engineers

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

Provides an overview of the biochemistry of three types of biomolecules. Also covers how DNA is replicated and stores genetic information, how RNA is transcribed and transports genetic information, and how proteins are synthesized and perform a variety of functions. Focuses on genes and how they are regulated.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: BIOL 20A.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed Fri 1:20pm–2:25pm
Merrill Acad 102C. VollmersOpen 49/60

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed Fri 1:20pm–2:25pm
PhysSciences 114C. VollmersOpen 26/40

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Christopher Vollmers4.4 / 52.9 / 586%14

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