UCSC Ext., Molecular Biology, Introduction, Jan. 19 – March 6, 2010 Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to molecular biology for non-biologists and a review for those who want to refresh and update their knowledge of this subject. Topics include an introduction to fundamental concepts of genes and proteins, the central dogma, and the genetic code; the structure and function of genes; gene expression, transcription and translation; protein structure and function; introduction to genetics; Mendelian analysis; molecular and population genetics, genetic markers and maps; and the impact of modern molecular biology on science and medicine. The course includes an overview of experimental methods used in molecular biology, such as recombinant DNA, PCR, gene cloning, and gene expression analysis. Instructor: RAXIT J. JARIWALLA, Ph.D. Dates and Times: Tue 6:00PM to 9:00PM Jan 19, 2010 to Mar 02, 2010 Sat 1:00PM to 4:00PM Jan 23, 2010 to Mar 06, 2010 Number of Sessions: 10 Location: UCSC Ext. 2505 Augustine Drive, Santa Clara Tuition: $560 (Early Enrollment Fee: $504 through Jan. 5 See details at www.ucsc-extension/biosciences
